Ketosis?

[zengirl]

Just wondering how often to check ketones...I've probably overdone it (checked several times) today. This morning - yes. Afternoon - yes. This evening - no.

I'm also having a headache (I'm on day 3) and I'm looking forward to not having it tomorrow - hopefully.

I'm not a sugar person, but I think that complex carbs are one of my big problems. Since I've not been a huge sugar eater, will my weight loss be different during induction???

My best to all!

[Rick]

My suggestion... Don't obsess over it.

Just stick by the rules on induction, by the book. Ketosis will happen if you do it. I did use the strips when I first started this, sometimes it would show dark purple, sometimes nothing...and I was doing it right without cheats. If you stick by the rules, things should move on the scale and tape measure. Get your water and exercise in, go by the acceptable food lists in the right amounts and you should be fine.

If you don't think things are working, post some normal menus here and people will look and maybe give advice on what to change. Really, the strips are just one way of checking this. Personally, I think they are a waste of money. Just my 2 cents worth... and I have almost a full bottle of them in my medicine cabinet that I will probably never use.

Atkins works, if you work it.

Good luck to you!

Rick

[zengirl]

Yeah. Thanks. No obsessing I've not been cheating, so I can only imagine that it's working...

Working out was a bit more difficult today. I'm used to walking 3-5 miles a day. This morning I felt a bit worn down. I'm thinking I'm going to have to eat more - quality over quantity...Maybe just temporary. Will see how the rest of the week goes.

Take Care...

[Rick]

Hey, trust me... I know it's easy to obsess when you are doing a "diet". We all want to see fast results. We want progress and we want it NOW!!! Atkins will usually give some pretty amazing results in the beginning, but it will slow down, even if you are doing it perfectly. The thing is sticking with it. This WOE works for the vast majority of people that do it. It's easier than almost any "diet", because we can eat until satisfied.

Great for you for doing those miles! I'm a 5 miler myself, and walking is a great thing. Low impact and it just works. Keep up the good work! You're definitely setting yourself up for success. If you're not in one already, join one of the challenges on the board to help make yourself accountable.

Again, good luck!
Rick

[ShannonK]

Anyone have an idea of what brand of ketostix they like best?! Thanks!