Hello And God Bless!

[LarkIsFavored]

Hello All,

I am new to the forum and excited about getting started. I have some apprehension but I think that I can do it. I look forward to reading all of the success stories, the support and encouragement.

God bless,
~lark

[chinadoll]

Re: Hello And God Bless!

Hello lark and welcome. There is no need to be apprehensive. Just commit to finishing the Induction weeks cleanly and don't allow yourself to get hungry.Nibble on allowed foods. One bit of advice is to have a lot of raw veggies cut and prepared in your fridge for emergencies. My favorites are red and green pepper slices, cucumber (I don't preslice those), and green beans. Remember carrots are not allowed in Induction-many folks don't realize it is high in sugar. Also have tuna salad pre made and boil up a dozen eggs. These are quick grabs when you want a snack NOW!

Above all, get and read the 2002 Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution book so you will know how and why you are doing as you do during Induction.

Last, but not least, drink a lot of water and stay off the scale for a week at a time. I generally weigh in on Sunday mornings, but if weekends tend to be tough for you, maybe Friday morning makes more sense. Either way you should know that weight loss is not linear---you will bob up and down due to many factors; water retention, water in muscles if you exercise, hormonal changes (Time of Month, Menopause) and sometimes your body just doesnt want to cooperate on the scale. So relax, weigh less, and focus on doing the program, not on the results.

Also know we are here to cheer you on and give you as much info as we can based on Dr A and our own experience.

[sallyseachange]

Re: Hello And God Bless!

Hiya and welcome! Nice to have you join us here.
Jill has given you some excellent tips and advice. I'm sure you'll find this easier and more enjoyable than you imagine.
Stick with us here at ADBB... this board is a terrific lifeline and we're all in the same boat... navigating towards success, of course!!

[blueberrylady]

Re: Hello And God Bless!

Welcome, Lark!

You've come to the right place for all you'll need to get to where you are going. Good luck to you!

[imagood1]

Re: Hello And God Bless!

Hi Lark --
Glad you decided to join us, you won't regret it. The best thing you can do is buy the 2002 Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution book and read it -- it's best to have all the information you can have for the best success.

Check the recipe sites for wonderful tasting meal ideas - we have so many choices it's sad when people eat the same thing over and over. Any and all questions can and will be answered - all you have to do is ask!!

The recipe sites will help keep you from eating the same thing over and over -- check them out! Don't forget to eat enough vegetables (check the acceptable food list (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)(What foods can be eaten on Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html) - 2 cups from the first list and 1 cup from the 2nd list daily.

Recipe Sites
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)(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)(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.