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February 26th, 2009, 03:14 AM
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February 26th, 2009, 06:19 AM
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Welcome to the board! 30 lbs is not an enormous amount of weight and you are also young, so I'm sure you'll look fantastic in bikini this summer!  Did you read the book (DANDR 2002)? It will help you understand how this way of eating works and why it is not a diet, but a lifelong eating plan. The first 4-5 days are pretty rough -- you might experience the so-called "induction flu" (I didn't, but it's a matter of luck) and you will be tempted by junk food or sweets. But after these first days, your appetite will be suppressed and you should feel great.  Beside eating according to the induction rules, you should also take a few supplements. To give you an idea, I take a multivitamin (without iron) and a B-complex. Also, unless you experience bad induction flu sympthoms (in which case you should add another cup of veggies per day), you should start exercising regularly. I'm not sure whether you do this now... I'm just making an inventory of the "should do" things. As for the binging, are you on treatment for it? While Atkins controls one's appetite, it only goes as far as hunger is concerned. For other aspects, professional treatment will help a lot more. Now some links... For induction, these are two important ones: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...induction.html (What are the Rules of Induction?) http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...induction.html (What foods can be eaten on Induction?) New exercise challenges are starting next week. You can read more and join here: Exercise Challenges - Atkins Diet For other challenges: Challenges - Atkins Diet You can also start a journal here: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...journal-chats/ It's a great way to make new friends along your Atkins journey. Good luck!
__________________ "The truth is that temptation lurks everywhere, unless you deny yourself a social and working life and the attendant pleasures of eating out. I believe that the best way to overcome temptation is not with willpower, which is so often in short supply, but with our brain power, a potentially unlimited resource. Imagine that you're doing great, losing weight, feeling better than ever, thrilled with yourself, hearing compliments from friends and acquaintances---and then it happens! Despite all your good intentions, you're mightily tempted by a food you're not supposed to have. What to do? I'll tell you this: You'd better have a strategy ready!" (Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution, Chapter 19) |
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February 26th, 2009, 08:45 AM
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When ever i feel a overwhelming sensation to eat. BINGE! I go to this site and sit and read and ask for help. Believe it or not wereare here |
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February 26th, 2009, 10:07 AM
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well welcome! i love this site also. i am curious. did your doctor give you a weight range? or just a weight? i am 5'2.5" and 152, and i want to get down to 125. I am almost twice your age . Good luck on your weight loss. I hope you stay encouraged and inspired by this website, as I have been. And continue the healthier weight loss. It can be done!
__________________ Female 31 5'2" Start Weight 158 Current 148  1st goal 145 Final goal 125  |
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#5
February 26th, 2009, 01:35 PM
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Thank you for the welcome Yes, milfit, I have a range given by my doctor that is between 105 (that seems low for me) and 125. I always told myself that I just had a big frame but I actually have a small one! Also, I have a weak heart resulting from my eating disorders, so ironically enough, I should be as lean as possible so as to not put any extra stress on my heart. So don't worry i'm sure 125 is a perfect number for you. |
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February 26th, 2009, 10:05 PM
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Welcome, glad you found us and joined.
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