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[jake1970]

hi
im steve im 39 from uk and im day 4 of induction stage ,ive been steadily loosing weight over the last few years i started at 21 stone(133kg) and through a low fat diet ive got to 17 stone ( 107kg) but for the last year that is where ive stayed and i know ive atleast another 2 stone to loose ,i started the gym a year and half ago and also i do karate i do 4 days gym mainly cardio and 2 days karate a week and im very active but still my weight has stayed at 17 stone which is very frustrating people have sugested trying atkins a few times but ive always been a bit unsure as over the last few years ive always eaten low fat ,but after reading the book i have decided to give it a goat least for a few weeks to see how i go so realy glad ive found this forum for advice and also to share my experience

[imagood1]

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Welcome to the Atkins Board Steve.

The plan does work if you follow it the way it was written. We have many men and many UK'ers following Atkins who have had much success - I'm sure you will too. Here is some information to help get you started properly.

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!

[PeteinVA]

Re: hi

Hi Steve it sounds like you're doing great and are in a good place. Atkins will compliment how well you've been taking care of yourself. I definetly would follow Carole's advice particularly on the water, and use the links she provided. I think you'll find this site not only informative, but supportive.

I use fitday.com to track my food and progress and find it's an invaluable tool.

Best of luck to you and hope to hear more from you!

[kaylasgram]

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Steve ~ Hello & Welcome To Atkins & The Forum !!!
I have lost a Wonderful 53.8 pounds & 8 clothes sizes since starting 1/1/09 & beileve me, if I can do this at almost 47y/o with a limited ability to exercise do to having Lupus you can do this tooooo!!!

I can Thankfully say that since 5/15/09 My Dr has taken me off my High Blood Pressure & Type II Diabetes Meds. Iam now using Natural Whole Food's as my only needed control !!!

We have have alot going on around here 24/7 it may be sharing our stories or giving & reciving information & we have a lot of fun in the process !!!

Below I have listed a Link for you with a lot of good information that I have found very helpful & I put it together all in one place to you get started along your way on your Atkins journey !!!

http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77935-some-helpful-hints-those-new-atkins-revised.html

Quick List Of Low Carb Vegetables From 1 net carb to 10 net carbs All In One Place!!

http://community.atkins.com/discussions/viewTopic/p/topicId/3540806/Quick_List_Of_Low_Ca.htm?webPageId=1000242

Please feel free to join~in with us any time & post away with questions, comments, your stories or anything at all & most important keep us posted of your progress !!!

~Cindi~

[SweetCher]

Re: hi

Hi Steve,

Welcome to the

Congratulations on day 4 of induction. It sounds like you're already starting with a great exercise routine. That's bound to help your rate of success on Atkins.

I'm glad you decided to introduce yourself to the group. It's a great way to start to meet people on the site!