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Old July 19th, 2008, 05:49 PM
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Hi guys,
I have been asked to introduce myself so here goes.
My name is Karen and I want to shift a couple of stones. I'm going to struggle with saying what my weight is in pounds as my maths is not brilliant...in fact it's awful i'm sorry to say!

I weighed 11st 4lb two weeks ago. I have been on Atkins for 2 weeks and have lost 7lb which I am over the moon with

I am 40 in Sept and am having a tummy tuck for my birthday!
Boy, I have saved for 3 years for this so I want to get my weight under control.

Atkins is still classed as an unhealthy way to lose weight over here in the UK so I need all the advice I support I can get. It will be very much appreciated.

I love looking at the before and after pics on here and hopefully, one day soon, I will be able to post up my pics and be really proud of myself.

Here goes ...... wish me luck x x x x x
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Old July 19th, 2008, 06:01 PM
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Hi Karen New info coming out every day about how healthy this lifestyle really is......but you'll see for yourself
I have no idea what a stone is, but I assume a certain number of pounds make up a stone?
Welcome to the ADBB.....see 'ya round the forums!
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Welcome!!!!! And here's wishing you all the luck in the world.

I'm so glad to hear that you found Atkins and this board. It's an amazing place - you will find so much inspiration and help. You are certainly on your way to losing your weight. Way to go on the weight loss so far! Congrats!

BTY - what part of the UK are you in? I have a daughter who lives in Colchester.

Well welcome!!!!!!!!!!!

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Thanks for your welcome ladies!
I'm from Cheshire in England and to answer your question chicklady, 14lb equals 1 stone. I just wish I was so much better at Maths!

Anyway, gone midnight here so off to bed. x x x x
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WELCOME KAREN........
PLEASE DO NOT THINK THAT THIS LIFESTYLE CHANGE IS BAD! I just read the other day that the Adkins and Med Way of EATING is the best and healthiest way to loose unwanted pounds (stones). Please stick with it...you will feel better......I just started for the second time and I am down by 8 pounds in 5 days. It's really hard the first few days because of the need for sugar and bread but IT GETS EASIER EVERY DAY! I AM NOW ON A NATURAL HIGH BECAUSE OF THE QUICK WEIGHT LOSS RESULTS!!!! GOOD LUCK!
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Hi Karen,

I am also not from USA but I found it really doesn't matter. Everybody here is very friendly and supportive. As being newbies what we need is a good support. Stay with this I am sure you will be rewarded.
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Hi Karen, welcome to the board. Wish you well on the tummy tuck. Be sure to take before and after pics when you are comfortable.
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What a lovely welcome from you all! Thanks so much.

Now comes the harder bit, trying to work my way around the site. It's vast isn't it? So many threads and things to read!I could spend the whole day on here!
Right, i'm off to explore and will ask questions along my journey as it's lovely that everyone helps out..

IKNOWASKINNYME - That's a great loss in only 5 days!!That's the thing about this diet, the initial loss is wonderful which really spurs you on x x
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Now comes the harder bit, trying to work my way around the site. It's vast isn't it? So many threads and things to read!I could spend the whole day on here!
Right, i'm off to explore and will ask questions along my journey as it's lovely that everyone helps out..
Welcome!

You're right, this site is huge! A little something for everyone. Here are a few links to get you started. The last one is to a website that a lot of us use for recipes.

Atkins Low Carb Dieting - FAQ's - Atkins Diet

Review My Menu: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...eview-my-menu/

Exercise Challenges: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...se-challenges/

Journal Chats: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...journal-chats/

Journal Stats: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...journal-stats/

Atkins Foods and Recipes: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...-food-recipes/

Linda's website for recipes: Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes - Home


So glad that you have found us! We have quite a few UKer's here, and I'm sure that you will feel right at home real soon. Good luck!
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Mitzi,
Oh my word!!! You look terrific!!! What an inspiration.
Thank you so much for the links x x
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