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[Tenteki]

Hey all! My name's Connor and this will be my third time doing Atkins. The first time was when I was 17 when I spontaniously decided to give it a try along with my cousin. I did an extended Induction for 4 months and lost a total of 70 pounds, I stopped due to relocating and getting a job, it was too difficult for me to maintain it at the time. The second time wasn't quite as much of a success story, I was about 7 days in when my now (ex)girlfriend who was doing Atkins with me pressured us to stop.

Third time's the charm! 4 days in, Ketosis finally kicked in this morning, drinking a whopping 130oz of water every day and feeling great, and my Fiancé has been nothing but supportive and encouraging. I've always been really adamant about doing a by-the-books clean induction, something I won't stray from this time, but I must admit the cravings have been a bit more overwhelming than I remember. Being a cook in a restaurant makes it a bit more challenging, a lot of temptation.

I remember finding these forums when I started the diet the second time around and really enjoyed reading what everyone had to say constantly, and I figured if this is going to be my continuing success attempt I may as well go all the way and join in. So thank you all for your support even if I was only watching from the shadows.

[imagood1]

Re: New Poster Longtime Lurker

Welcome to the Atkins Board.

I hope you’ve read the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR), it’s the book we follow on this bulletin board. 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 but the book gives you more information and is invaluable to have to refer to.

Good for you drinking 130oz of water --I hope its pure water (nothing added), you need to start exercising starting today and make sure you're taking a multi-vitamin. 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”). When I cook I find I looose my appetite and then I don't eat as much.

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.

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!

[chinadoll]

Re: New Poster Longtime Lurker

Hi tenteki, and welcome. You may find you respond a bit differently with each attempt but the good news is that Atkins will still work for you although you may need a little more patience this time. Glad you found your way back to us. We are here to support and help!