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[Sinatra60]

Hello, I have just joined the group today. I will be honest I will not start following Atkins till the 26th. Need to get past Christmas first. I hoping to find support and to give support. I am also taking lots of medication that is very expensive and looking forward to losing the weight and getting rid of the meds. I want to help be supportive to everyone too. Wish me luck!

[atkinsgal08]

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Welcome!

We'll be here for you on the 26th!

[paminmd]

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Welcome. There is lots of support here.

Between now and Saturday, get the 2002 Dr. Adkins New Diet Revolution and read it cover to cover. (as a gift to yourself) You'll be so happy you did & will be raring to go on Saturday.

See you then

[mk2100]

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well, we certainly look forward to seeing you on the 26th. We'll be here when you're ready. Congrats on taking this first step!!

[Babs]

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Welcoome! The 26th is a wonderful day to start the two week induction phase.

[sham]

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All the best for the 26th I hope you well on induction.

[imagood1]

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Welcome to the Atkins Board.

Glad you found the board and are excited about starting the plan. Make sure you read the book - it will give you the knowledge you need to get to your goal. If you can’t find a copy of the 2002 Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) locally check online at www.half.com or www.amazon.com. Eat only foods listed on the acceptable food list and eat a variety of foods and vegetables. (Atkins Diet Induction FAQs) http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html.

A few more tips to help get you started: Drink a minimum 64 ounces of pure water daily (nothing added), exercise and take a non-iron multivitamin - these are mandatory with Atkins so start now and get off on the right foot. Also, start a journal, it's a great place to get everything out in the open, be accountable to yourself - you'll also meet some great people there! http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...journal-chats/

To make sure you don’t become bored by eating the same thing over and over look at these wonderful recipe sites – we have such great choices for menu ideas, eat a variety of things:

Recipe Sites

http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (induction recipes)

Good luck to you!

[Sinatra60]

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Thank you to all that have sent me notes of support. I can not tell you what it means to me. I have started phase one and I am very excited. I quit smoking about three years ago and have the same optimistic feeling now. Thanks again!

[imagood1]

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I quit smoking about three years ago and have the same optimistic feeling now. Thanks again!

It seems a natural progression for many of us....stop smoking - get that under control...then work on getting rid of our weight. You'll do great!

How are things for you so far? If you're hungry remember, eat! When I first started I would take chicken or steak and dunk it in mayonaisse when I was hungry, it only took a couple bites and I was ok...also, don't forget to drink plenty of pure water...it's really important.

Good luck.

[Sinatra60]

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Thank you for your help. So far so good Carole. I just have to remember to eat when I get hungry and also to drink more water. Please keep in touch