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[pitbill]

Hi everyone!!! This forum has been a great support during my first 9 days of induction. Let me tell you my story--- About 2 years ago i had a very bad accident at work. I ended up seriously injuring my spine- 5 micro fractures to the lumbar spine and 2 ruptured disks. i recieved 10 hours of surgury, a spinal fusion and lapinectimy and stayed in the hospital for 3 weeks. While in the hopital i was informed that my blood sugar was an unreal 468 and the doctors were amazed that i was feeling no ill effects from it. I had terrible eating habits- a 12 pack of pepsi a day, 6-10 cups of dark and sweet coffee, and every high sugar/carb food under the sun ended up in my mouth. When i entered the hospital i was 240 lbs and very unhealthy. Speed ahead one year.....9 days ago i was 281 lbs and heading to disaster- my blood sugars were holding at 150 (with metaformin and actos daily) and i'm still having trouble with my back due to my weight gain. 10 days ago i finally woke up- i looked at my twin 11 yr olds and my 6 year old and decided that if i ever wanted to see grand children i better stop feeling sorry for myself and change my life. I've read about many diets, but adkins looked more like a lifestyle than diet, so induction began. I had a carb hangover for 5 days- i mean the headache was just like a hangover, and a real funky taste in my mouth. The cravings were unreal, but i kept strong. in 9 days i'm at 262...great, but i realize there will be stalls, and i need to stay focused. Anyway i'd like to thank this board for the recipe ideas and overall support, its allways helps to read about others in the same boat as yourself. Thanks again!!!!!

ps- for an experiment i stopped all diabetes meds during induction-- blood has held steady between 74-99..........wow

[SandyL2002]

Welcome to the board! You are doing a great job

[*Emma*]

Welcome!!! Great job so far!

[speedyturtle]

WoW, thats exciting !! Keep up the good work. Keep us informed on your GREAT progress Love to hear success. *Turtle High Five*

[sallyseachange]

Welcome Pitbill! Wow! Yours is quite a story. So glad you found us here and decided to join in the fun. It seems like you're really committed and determined to succeed. That's cool, because the right attitude is half the battle!

Congrats on your losses so far and congrats on holding fast through the induction flu! Oh and more congrats on quitting your blood sugar meds! That's awesome!

Have you read the book? DANDR (Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution) 2002 edition is the one we go by here at ADBB. It was the last one that Dr A wrote in its entirety, so hasn't had other "pens" messing it up.

Feel free to ask any questions you might have. We're rooting for you!

[Theperfect10]

Brilliant news regarding your diabetes. What a feeling to be loosing weight and managing your medication too. Keep up the good work and keep us posted.

[pitbill]

Hey All

Thanks for the encouragement- sallyseachange, i see your a Brit in Italy....i have a huge collection of Tuscan wines- over 500 bottles in my celler..........too bad i can't enjoy them for a few months!!!!! My wife and I go to London 5-7 times a year...buisness for her and fun for me, but i guess those great ales are a thing of the past for me also!!!!

[Scooterjam]

Yo pitbill! Welcome to the board. Great to have you with us friend!

Don't be a stranger buddy!! By the way, your story is proof as to what this way of life holds in store!

Our good friend, Seasallychange has started a pretty cool exercise challenge at: Double Whammy Challenge:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard....6264#post656264

Here are some other threads and links you may find help to get the wheel in motion. The intial step of moving that wheel is all you need, these links will keep to keep building up the momentum!

Rules of induction:
What are the Rules of Induction?
Acceptable foods:
What foods can be eaten on Induction?
Awesome Recipes:
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/index.html
Caloric Counter/Carbs/Protein/Etc/Reports:
www.fitday.com (Free on-line, this is awesome!!) or some members use this one http://www.thedailyplate.com

Anyway, congrats on going low carb, make sure you jump around the forums and make your presence known, we are very happy to have you with us!!

Best of wishes! Life is good!

[sallyseachange]

Originally Posted by pitbill

Hey All

Thanks for the encouragement- sallyseachange, i see your a Brit in Italy....i have a huge collection of Tuscan wines- over 500 bottles in my celler..........too bad i can't enjoy them for a few months!!!!! My wife and I go to London 5-7 times a year...buisness for her and fun for me, but i guess those great ales are a thing of the past for me also!!!!

500 bottles of Tuscan wines? Wow, how wonderful! Once you get to the alcohol rung in OWL you'll enjoy re-introducing those! I used to drink wine far too fast... now, because of Atkins I sip a glass of red most evenings and really appreciate it.

[Scooterjam]

London 5 -7 times a month..............green with envy!!!! haha!

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