Hi from Atlanta!

[chazmoose]

I am new to the Atkins Diet lifestyle. I decided to do Atkins because I needed to do something. I really contemplated surgery for a long time, but this is something I need to do to prove I can do it.

I just learned within the past 2 weeks that I have PCOS . My Dr's and Specialist have been unsure for the past 8 years whether or not I have PCOS , but finally made a decision 2 weeks ago. Maybe that's why I have not been able to have children-but that's a different bulletin board.

I have decided to set mini goals in the beginning. I find my weight loss is easier to deal with in smaller numbers. If only I can figure out how to put the weight loss tracker on my page.

I am sure doing Atkins will help with my insulin resistance. Now that I know what my issue is, I can do something about it. ARRRRR!!!!!

[imagood1]

Re: Hi from Atlanta!

Hi and welcome –

Glad you decided to join us, you won't regret it. I hope you have read the 2002 Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution book -- it's best to have all the information you can have for the best success.

One of the many forums we have here is dedicated to PCOS -- check it out PCOS & Atkins Low Carb Living - Atkins Diet.

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 http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html) - eat enough vegetables - 2 cups from the first list and 1 cup from the 2nd list daily. Many of us use www.Fitday.com to track our food so we know what our carb totals are for the day. It's important you know what you are eating and how many carbs you are taking in each day.

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)(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)(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)

Any and all questions can and will be answered - all you have to do is ask!! Good luck on your first mini goal!

[sporty]

Re: Hi from Atlanta!

Hi and welcome to the boards!

I am in Cumming so not to far from you! I can tell you Atkins has changed so much for my hubby and I. He is insulin dependant and the doctor removed him from his insulin because he was doing SO well on Atkins and told him to keep it up.

I bet as you lose weight it will help with the PCOS as well. I have a friend that had PCOS and lost 100 pounds and then next thing a baby was on the way!!

Definitely look forward to following your journey. You can do it!

T

[somethings gotta give]

Re: Hi from Atlanta!

Good luck and welcome. Remember don't measure your success only on the weight you lose, take in account that you are now feeding your body more healthy foods. Your weight may fluctuate, but no matter what you are doing something very important for your health and well being. Wishing you success with your mini goals remember one day, one meal at a time, be patient you are on the right track!!

[liv]

Re: Hi from Atlanta!

Welcome

Did you make your ticker?
It should be placed in your signature. You can find it by open the User Control Panel (USER CP on the blue strip on the top - place your BB code of your ticker in the edit signature page and off you go)

I hope Atkins will work for you.

[chinadoll]

Re: Hi from Atlanta!

Welcome. You have already gotten some great advice so I won't repeat. Give this WOE (way of eating) a true month of no cheats and you will see the results in how you feel. Promise.