another newbie joins the ranks...

[harmony3098]

good morning...not only am i new to atkins, i am also new to posting. i started atkins yesterday after reading his new diet revolution book. i noticed people having success on atkins and i got sick and tired of hearing all the hype about how atkins is bad for your body...so i bought and read the book. i believe that those who are saying negative things have not read the book! i say this because i hear things like "it's the all you can eat diet" and "it's the eggs and bacon diet" and "on atkins you're NEVER allowed to eat fruit." so, they obviously have not read the book and do not understand this way of eating. anyway, my first day went very well. i was very thirsty though and continue to be this morning. also, i had a headache towards the end of the day yesterday. i'm feeling good and strong this morning though! i signed up last night and read through several threads and several different forums and really am excited about the support and the success that you all share. my name is jen, i'm 39, and ready to experience life at a normal weight. have a great day!

[sillygirl]

Hi Harmony! Welcome to the board! You will get the hang of posting quickly! I'm glad to see that you've read the book. Drink lots of water! You headache is called "induction flu", it happens to most of us and it will go away real soon! Good luck on your journey!

[harmony3098]

thanks sillygirl! how can i list my location? also, am i supposed to post weight goals and daily menus?

[Richt]

Harmony, you dont HAVE to post weight goals, but it often helps in staying on track.

To list your location, go to your User CP bit, it gives you the opton to do that under "edit profile".

Oh, and welcome to the board!!!!!!

Rich

[boonie stomper]

A lot that you hear (bad hype) has origins in the original version of Atkins. Make sure you have the 2002 Completely Updated version.


And welcome to the !

[sher801]

Harmony, welcome and good luck with your weight loss!

[sallyseachange]

Hello Harmony and welcome! Glad you read the book and found this board...both very important things. You'll get lots of support and inspiration here and you'll find that there's always someone to answer any questions you might have.
Looking forward to reading about your successes.
Happy low carbing!

[Tracie515]

Howdy Jen, Welcome to the board and to the atkins! I felt pretty bad the first week, headache wise, But it does go away soon. Good luck and God Bless!


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