Starting Tomorrow

[Junebug]

Hello Everyone!

So I've made the decision to start Atkins. I hope it will help me out of this vicious cycle I'm trapped in.

I've recently lost 56 lbs on a total food replacement program (shakes)... And then my hair started to fall out in clumps and I decided maybe it wasn't the healthiest decision! Since coming off of the diet, I've given up smoking and my weight has gone up about 12 lbs. Not too bad I say! Giving up the ciggys was one of the hardest things I've ever done. Now its time to tackle the weight problem. I plan to start Atkins tomorrow.

Your stories are an inspiration, I wish everyone the best of luck and hope to chat with many of you soon.

[kisstuck]

Holy Cow! Junebug! Way to go on losing the 56 lbs. Giving up the cigs is HARD! Kudos to you for having the determination and motivation to get to a healthier you.

I agree, losing the hair is not cool. You have overcome so many hurdles already that theis WOE will be a breeze! Just remember, induction is not the end but only the beginning of a great new WOL! Good luck, we are behind you 100%.

[dreamof145]

Hi Junebug. Welcome to the family. You'll find a lot of support and encouragement here with planning your success. Join some challenges, create a journal and make lots of friends to help share your journey with. You're not alone, we're all here for you.

[sallyseachange]

Hello there Junebug and welcome aboard!

Congrats on your 56 lbs lost, with not too heavy a regain on stopping the shakes. Sorry to hear about your hair loss. This can happen to some people when they lose a lot of weight, but apparently it's not permanent. Hair growth starts up again after a while. There are several threads about it here on the board so you might like to do a search on the subject.

Good for you, giving up smoking! Sounds like you are very serious about getting to a state of better health.

Keep posting and let us know how you're getting along with the Atkins way of eating. We're rooting for you!

[Tillymum]

So glad you are giving Atkins a go Junebug. You have obviously done well with weight loss before and giving up smoking too!

You will find Atkins such a healthy way of eating (especially compared to life of shakes ) and you will soon feel wonderful and get to your goal.

Any advice you need, you will get it here on this board - there are so many helpful and Atkins-wise people out there!

Let us know of your progress.

[SandyL2002]

Welcome to the board and congratulations on giving up smoking..I know that was a hard job

[sillygirl]

Hi Junebug! I love your name, did you see the movie "Junebug"? And do you know why we have June bugs now, when it's only May???? LOL!

Welcome to the board. I'm really glad to hear you've switched from shakes only to the wonderful Atkins way of eating (WOE)!

Read all around the board for encouragement and support. Good luck to you on your weight loss journey!

[Junebug]

Thank you all so much for the warm welcome!

Now, I have to admit I was so excited about starting I said "tomorrow is it for me!" But after spending a good couple of hours reading posts on this wonderful site, I'd decided there were a few things I needed to do before starting. I planned a few menus, got a few recipes, picked up a copy of the atkins diet book, got groceries, vitamins...I'm all set now. Today is my official start date.

Starting weight: 212
Goal: ..Oh, maybe 160ish? Just want to get to a healthy weight that I feel comfortable at.

[D14965]

Hi Junebug ! wellcome to the board and goodluck on your journey! be sure to pop in to check out the posts and to say hello. Make sure you ask questions if you have them!


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