Determined..

[cherilyn_monroe]

Well, I was walking through the Mall with my daughter over the weekend and that's when it hit me. I'm going to reinvent myself! I chose Atkins to lose the extra 50 pounds I need to.

Joining this PUBLIC forum I believe will be a great way to stay connected and encouraged. I truly believe helping others helps me.

Nice to meet all the people I haven't met yet..;}

Monroe

[sham]

Re: Determined..

Hi Monroe welcome!
Wish you success on the diet (Happy low carbing).

[cherilyn_monroe]

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I'm very proud of you! WOW!

C

[sham]

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Oh thanks.It takes time but with determination I got this far.I have totally transformed myself and the other day my hubi said dont lose anymore you look too thin I was shocked!

[cherilyn_monroe]

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Do you have some before and after pics to look at?

[sham]

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I do but please dont mind I dont think its safe to post them so I never have done.

[imagood1]

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Welcome Cherilyn!

Glad you found the board and are ready to start 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 locally of the 2002 Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) check online at www.half.com or www.amazon.com – I got a “used” copy recently for less than $5.00 including shipping.

Plan your meals for a few days so you have everything in your home and you won’t be tempted to eat something not allowed. Eat only foods listed on the acceptable food list http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...induction.html (What foods can be eaten on Induction?) make sure you eat a variety of foods and vegetables and count all “net carbs”. Check Linda's recipe site it will help keep you from eating the same thing over and over -- http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html.

Drink a minimum 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), exercise and take a non-iron multivitamin daily. Look at the challenges to see if there is anything that interests you - 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/. There’s something for everyone here!

If you need anything we’re here to help you!!

Good luck to you!

[cherilyn_monroe]

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Thanks Carol. I'll try to do the best I can. I bought some Ketone strips yesterday too.

[sham]

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So have you started the diet yet?

[cherilyn_monroe]

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Yes, I'm glad I started a journal. January 5th was my start date.

[Georgiana]

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Welcome, Monroe!

I chose Atkins to lose the extra 50 pounds I need to

Atkins will also be the way to maintain your goal once you get there. That's what Maintenance is for.