First Timer

[KikiC]

Hello Everyone...today is my first day doing the Atkins lifestyle! I am excited but scared that I will mess up!

My goal is to lose 66 pounds by May 2010.

Thanks Kiki

[mission to lose]

Re: First Timer

Welcome Kiki,
Don't be afraid about messing up. Just follow the rules, there is tons of support here and links to the rules, recipes, etc., anything you need to know.
And Keep a positive attitude.

[atkinsgal08]

Re: First Timer

Welcome!

We have all "messed up" ... the trick is to not do it on purpose!

[imagood1]

Re: First Timer

Welcome to the Atkins Board.

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), exercise starting today and take a multi-vitamin. If you haven't already, read the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR).

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)
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (induction recipes)
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html# (additional induction recipes)

Any and all questions can and will be answered - all you have to do is ask!! Good luck.