On day 6 and I'm getting bored

[super7]

i was the same, never ate meats.

after 3 months i can't think of anything else to eat but meat

your eating habits will change, trust me.

[IrishIrish]

I think that it is important to understand that Atkins is more than just losing weight ... it is about re-learning or in my case, learning how to eat. Problem was, I was always looking for the excitement or the satisfying of food cravings. How many people do we hear on this board say that they couldn't live without ... chocolate, beer, brownies, candy ... you fill in the blanks. Anyway, Atkins approaches this way of eating based in science. As another poster said, it is about fueling our bodies, expending our fuel with exercise, hydrating and eating soundly and nutritiously.

There is a saying that insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. This held true for me with food ... loose weight, gain it back, lose and gain more. While you do induction, use the time wisely and become aware of your eating patterns and why and what you eat and how you feel when you do and when you cave in to your cravings.

It is more about just following the Rules and the Food List ... take the time to learn why you repeat the patterns.

[Sgirl]

I SOO can relate! And I'm only on my 4th day! I'm already dreaming about ice cream and donuts! LoL
But as they say, it's a price to pay! I'll check Linda's recipe and stop complaining...
The weather is beautiful outside (Norway), I've already lost 2,8 pounds (almost a pound a day!) and I'm feeling good!
Dont Fortget to drink your watter!!
Best of Luck!

[ShannonK]

It is difficult being almost vegetarian. I do not really like/ enjoy meat either. I was a vegetarian for a number of years. I do sort of know what you are feeling. The recipes on Linda's site are awesome and I use them a lot, but cooking is a big deal for me. I almost always mess them up in some way and have to try a few times before I get it right.

As you move through the rungs, you should be able to eventually use the morning star products. The "fake" sausages and burgers. I just love the grillers. I do like the taste of bacon so I eat a small amount each day. I have managed to also eat chicken with hot wing sauce and hamburgers loaded with lettuce and tomato. There are still a lot of things you can experiment with. Slice zuccini and add cheese and bacon on top and bake in the oven. Yum - skip the bacon if you want. Add some avocado after it comes out of the oven. Wow, love the avocado.

[Elizellen]

Some great positive suggestions and advice from our members

[ShannonK]

Just realized, Sgirl, that you are in Norway. I will be there next week. I can't wait!

[sham]

I guess this diet is pleasant for some and unpleasant for some.I think the foods are great and fulfilling and because of that my appetite has decreased and I have no carb cravings so life is sweet anyway!