First Day On Atkins

[lulacat]

Hi

This is my first day on Atkins, so hopefully I will get some support on this great site? If there is anyone just starting Atkins and needs any support, we can be there for each other!
Good Luck to you all! xxx

[imagood1]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Welcome to the Atkins Board Lulu.

The 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) is the book we follow here. It would be a helpful for you to have a copy of the book to refer to (www.amazon.com or www.half.com have inexpensive copies). At the top of the induction page you’ll find a condensed version of the book - (Atkins Diet Induction FAQs)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), exercise starting today and taking a multi-vitamin without iron (you should get enough iron with the foods you are eating on Atkins).
Check all around the board for everything there is to, there is a challenge section with both exercise and non exercise challenges, Rate My Menu for help with your food, journaling – something for everyone.

Make a copy of this list (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html and take it with you when you go to the store. If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list don’t eat it. Learn to read the label on all foods you buy - don’t just look at the “carb” number look at the ingredients list of everything and check the ingredients against your list. Just because it says "low carb" doesn't mean you can eat it. Also check for hidden sugars (learn the names used in place of the word “sugar”).

The recipe sites are helpful for meal planning – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with.
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (Induction recipes)
(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/6807-induction-recipe-basics-more-recipes-added.html (Induction Recipe Basics)

If you need anything we’re here to help you!! Good luck to you!

[montana85]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Monday 8/31 will be my first day on Atkins. I think I will need lots of support because I have lots of stress in my life. My 90 year old father lives with me and I am the only caregiver. It is a 24/7/356 thing. I would love to be your support partner

[imagood1]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Monday 8/31 will be my first day on Atkins. I think I will need lots of support because I have lots of stress in my life. My 90 year old father lives with me and I am the only caregiver. It is a 24/7/356 thing. I would love to be your support partner

I take care of my 81 year old mother - so I understand what you mean by 24/7/365. It's not easy but I wouldn't change a thing most of the time.

Introduce yourself on your start day here so everyone can welcome you.

[purpleshaz]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Hey i have started today too i am 220 lbs, im doing it for health reasons and the feel good factor!!

[Mick2360]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Great to see folks starting out on their weight loss and ADBB journey. You have found a wonderful resource. Glad that you're here!

[imagood1]

Re: First Day On Atkins

Hey i have started today too i am 220 lbs, im doing it for health reasons and the feel good factor!!

Introduce yourself on the bulletin board so everyone can welcome you as well. Good luck to you