? about switch in plans

[bostongirl2you]

Hi everyone,
I was wondering if comming off of a VERY low fat, low carb (almost zero), low protein & low cal diet and switching right to atkins.....should I expect a gain on the scale since my cals ect... are going up Im just trying to mentally prepare myself
Thanks

[ValidRouge]

I have no clue

But what the heck did you get to eat that is low fat, low carb, low protein and low cal????

[Lisa_Rose]

Atkins is not about counting calories...you lose weight through ketosis where your body burns its own body fat. It's hard to tell if you'll gain any weight, because calories aren't the only factor in weight gain/loss. But many of us have lost weight by doing Atkins by the book.

[bostongirl2you]

Joy, It was awful! I mean, I felt fine while doing it but knew it was a stupid way to lose weight. Im so glad I found my way back to Atkins! I basically ate egg whites (about 2 a day), plain tuna (couple of ounces) and plain chicken (couple of ounces) thats it. No veggies, fat, or anything else for that matter. I know the scale is going to go up.......like I said, Im just trying to prepare myself for it...lol
Lisa,
I have done atkins in the past and actually did very well on it but when I hit a stall, I took the easy way out instead of sticking to it. I am embarrased to even admit that. I put weight back on and then had the bright idea of trying a different diet. I did lose weight FAST but was pretty miserable while doing so. I couldnt eat out with friends or family. Thats what brought me back to Atkins. OMG......I cant even tell you how much better I feel Much more energy, no leg cramps at night, no walking around in a fog ect......
Anyways..........its GREAT to be back!!
PS: By the way Joy....... you look amazing!

[dream]

Goodness... I think you were starving!

[ValidRouge]

That would be just sheer torture! Glad you came to our senses lol

Who knows, maybe actually getting some calories and some nutrients you might start losing. Let us know how it goes and how we can help you.

Next time you get to a "pause" in your weightloss, stay close to the board....everyone here is so supportive and uplifting and we help each other get through all those ups and downs and to goal

[bostongirl2you]

I was starving Dream!!

Thanks so much for the support Joy.

[dream]

Glad you decided to join us... you're going to love this way of eating!

[bostongirl2you]

Thanks Dream Well, in the last 2 days on Atkins I put on 2.8 pounds Very discouraging but I am trying to remain positive.

[dream]

Don't give up! It sure seems like you would gain a little at first since you've been eating sooo very little. But you'll get right on track before you know it!