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  • #1

    Hello

    Hi everyone,

    I have only just discovered this board otherwise I would have signed up yesterday. I am on day 2 of Induction and feeling positive about a new slimmer me, as you can see I have a lot to lose weight wise and a long way to go, but I am determined to get there. I have never done Atkins before but have tried probably every other diet known to man.

    I have the DANDR book but for some reason my version(UK) has weights of vegetables not cups? should I weigh my veg or should I use the cup method or wont it matter one weigh <pun intended ;-)> or the other?

    I am aiming to drink 4x750ml(3 litres) of water a day which should be fine as I love water. I have been shopping & my house is now completely Atkins Friendly, easy for me as I live alone and only have to please myself!

    I managed to find some sugar free mayo in Sainsburys, and some great smoked salmon with no sugar at Aldi, I also bought a couple of tins of paula pumpkin puree from Waitrose. So I am set with all my meat & cheese & eggs...I have to say I felt very odd putting all those things in my trolley, I mean BUTTER & CREAM!

    So that's me, I don't plan on weighing myself anymore until Monday February 15th (That's the plan anyway)!

    See you around the board ladies & Gents, I will probably ask lots of silly questions!

    Bye for now
    Deborah x
    F/49/5'8"



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    Re: Hello

    hello and welcome
    this is the most effective diet i have ever been on with very fast results
    be prepared to feel a little ill over the next few days ... its just your body getting rid of the carbs and stuff...stick with it and you will feel fantastic and also your weight will melt away.



    good luck and enjoy your new way of eating .

    lisa
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    • #3
      Re: Hello

      Hello Deborah, Just choose one method and stick with it. Perhaps others will weigh in with what works for them. Welcome to ADBB!
      JILL

      HW 298
      HW (this time) 248
      GOAL ONE 228       (take 2)
      GOAL TWO 213 (personal goal)
      GOAL THREE 199 ONE-DERLAND
      FINAL GOAL 165

       It's not about the results. Its about the process.

      "I've never come home after a workout and said, MAN, I wish I had NOT exercised today!"



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      • #4
        Re: Hello

        Welcome, Deborah!

        I have the DANDR book but for some reason my version(UK) has weights of vegetables not cups? should I weigh my veg or should I use the cup method or wont it matter one weigh <pun intended ;-)> or the other?
        Actually, the weights in the UK edition of the book are wrong, because the editors transformed that a cup (a measure of volume) to 8 oz (weight) of vegetables. This is not true, because different vegetables have different densities.

        What is important is that you eat no more than 20 net carbs and over half of these come from vegetables. Choose a variety of vegetables from both lists (don't eat only lettuce or only spaghetti squash) and spread your net carbs throughout the day to avoid blood sugar spikes.

        Also, eat vegetables with some fat and protein.
        "Get action. Seize the moment. Man was never intended to become an oyster."

        -- Theodore Roosevelt

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        • #5
          Re: Hello

          Hi

          Thanks for the replies ladies ;-)

          Georgiana......So it's best I just use the cup method for all my veggies, that will make it easier ;-)

          Lisa.....to be honest i'm not really after speed,I am just after getting rid of this fat once & for all and after lots of reading this seems to be the most effective and sustainable.

          Chinadoll....I will try the cups first as it will definately be easier.

          I took some before photos yesterday so when I am brave enough and I think I can see a difference I will post them....Deep breath!!

          Thanks again Ladies

          Deborah x
          F/49/5'8"



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          • #6
            Re: Hello

            I'm so excited I found this web site I too started yesterday and have the same goals set. I did alot of reading also. Good Luck
            April

            Highest Weight 271
            Starting Atkins weight 255
            Current weight 240
            1st goal 235 (I want to meet this goal by wedding)
            2nd goal 220 (I would like to meet his by Sept)
            3rd goal 200 (Want to meet this goal by Dec)
            My year goal 175
            Hopefully all my goals will be reached way before I've got I wanted to give myself some good goals.

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            • #7
              Re: Hello

              Hi April

              How are you finding it? so far I must say I don't even feel like this will work I mean eating butter & cheese and meat unheard of! seriously though I know it is very early days, but I am not finding it hard eating like this and I am eating so many more veggies now than I probably ever have. I will be anxious to see what the scales and tape measure has to say in 14 days (13 now) time.

              Where are you from April?

              bye for now
              Deborah x
              F/49/5'8"



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              • #8
                Re: Hello

                So far I'm loving it. I'm fixing to go have a veggie salad. I had filet mignon last night it was sooooo good. I am going to weigh every monday. I'm from Illinois.
                April

                Highest Weight 271
                Starting Atkins weight 255
                Current weight 240
                1st goal 235 (I want to meet this goal by wedding)
                2nd goal 220 (I would like to meet his by Sept)
                3rd goal 200 (Want to meet this goal by Dec)
                My year goal 175
                Hopefully all my goals will be reached way before I've got I wanted to give myself some good goals.

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                • #9
                  Re: Hello

                  Welcome -- if you need any help just let us know.

                  Make sure you eat a variety of foods and vegetables and count all “net carbs”. 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. 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.

                  Exercise, take a non-iron multivitamin and drink a minimum 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), daily. 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!
                  Carole
                  _____________________
                  May Water 130oz daily
                  7th Semi Annual Veggie Challenge



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