Is using Atkins Advantage products a bad thing during induction?

[milmil*r]

Hello! Just starting induction and on Atkins Advantage products it states they can be used on phase one. How about Carbquick? I have used the carbquick and love it. I am hopeful this program works for me!!

[MsManners]

Re: Is using Atkins Advantage products a bad thing during induction?

Most people I think suggest that you avoid the prepackaged foods. For some it is because Atkins is a lifestyle change program not a "diet" and if you don't learn new eating habits, the weight will just come back. Some of the products also have a lot more carbs than is allowed or have sweeteners that aren't allowed.

All that being said, when I am in a hurry I do grab a chocolate Atkins drink for breakfast.

Just look at the ingredients. If they fit with Atkins, try it out and see if it works for you.
Alex

[milmil*r]

Re: Is using Atkins Advantage products a bad thing during induction?

Thank you! I have used the carbquick and it is so awesome! I thought "I can do this" with this product. Just hoping it wasn't too good to be true.

[Mistics]

Re: Is using Atkins Advantage products a bad thing during induction?

They are not BAD, but trust me - you do NOT want to start using them. Will use more and more till you possibly start cheating on other foods. I remember I had that period too, when you wanna try out everything that's NOT in the Induction list, but isn't harmful either. So I posted similar question and tried deciding which Atkins bars/shakes I could snack on. It's so not worth it. I never ate a single Atkins Advantages product and don't regret it at all. Drink more water, do some push-ups instead of those extra products. Thumbs up!