Day 1 and counting

[ashcangirl]

After way too much procrastinating; I'm committed and enthusiastic. I know I'll find a lot of motivation at this website. I'm so glad to be here.

[jsj0305]

And we're glad to have you!!!

Stick with it and I promise, before you know it...you'll be at 14 days reviewing your results and feeling fantastic!!!!

[imagood1]

You get 1 chance at a clean induction so make sure you do it correctly - it sounds like you are ready! The reference we use is the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR). The stickies at the top of the Induction area are a good start they don’t detail the entire program (Atkins Diet Induction FAQs)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html - it’s best to have the book so you know how to follow the program the correct way.

If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list it doesn’t belong in your mouth – no exceptions! (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html. Look at the ingredients list on everything you eat - check it against the acceptable food list -- just because the label says "low carb" doesn't mean it is Atkins legal. Check the ingredients for hidden sugars. The Atkins shakes and bars (as well as other brand names of these products) are not legal on induction – there are non-induction ingredients in them and they are not listed on the acceptable food list).

Recipe Sitesmake sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with.
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (Induction recipes)
(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/6807-induction-recipe-basics-more-recipes-added.html (Induction Recipe Basics)

*take your measurements and get on the scale so you have accurate numbers to start with - don't weigh again until the end of your 2 week induction.
*Drink 64 ounces of pure water -nothing added daily (Legal water is considered Filtered water, Mineral water, Spring water and Tap water).
*Eat a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also make sure you get your fats, carbs and protein in daily – www.fitday.com will help you keep track of this.
*Take your supplements and
*do some form of exercise daily – whatever you like and are comfortable doing.

If you need anything we’re here to help you!! The moderators are excellent sources of anything and everything Atkins and they enjoy helping everyone. Good luck to you!

[ashcangirl]

Thanks for the encouragement Carole. I'm looking forward to the challenge. (I know, big talk for day 1) - but I think all of the online support I see will strengthen my resolve.