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[mizv]

Hello Everyone.

Please forgive me for not having posted this sooner but I'm a bit of a computer illiterate and wasn't sure of how to go about posting on a message board. Now that I have, here goes...........

I started Atkins on 6/22, weighting in at 292 (I'm 47 yrs old 5'4" tall). As of 7/11 I was down to 282, which I am very pleased about. I know my goal should be much lower, but I know myself and I need to be realistic, so for now my goal is 225.

Weight history: I have almost always been heavy. I did have a gastric bypass in 1984. At the time I was 22, had just had my 1st child and weighted 363lbs. I lost 210lbs over the 1st few yrs. It was great, despite the side effects of the surgery. I was finally able to buy clothes in a 'normal' store. Of course back then "They" (medical society) didn't know what they do now. I was followed by medical staff for a short period but more to ensure that I was/had healed from the surgery. There was however no real behavior modification, no nutritional counsel or training. I was able to maintain most that loss for a couple of yrs. (I had put about 25lbs back on) until I got pregnant again in 1989. I gained approx 60lbs with that child. I never lost that 'baby' fat. In fact, I kept gaining until I was hovering near that 300 mark again. At that point I went to my doctor and was put on the Pondomin/Ionomin (Phen-Fen) regime. I was able to lose 50lbs over time but knew I wasn't doing what I really needed to lose. I just didn't move. I was able to sustain that loss for a couple of yrs, but again it's crept back on, which brings me to this point in my life. I have a VERY sedentary job and lifestyle and I know I am the only one that can change that. So I joined a gym. Now I know I wasn't going as often as I should but after well over a month the scale never moved. So I then also started tracking what I was eating. I wasn't so big on the fruits or protien. But what I did notice was all the bread, pasta and just carbs in general. So after some discussions with a friend who had been on Atkins before and some investigating online, it really seemed to make sense to me. Carbs have always been a constant in my diet, perhaps that's where the problem lies. Anyways, I've found the induction phase fairly easy to follow. Yes I have had forbidden items, but in moderation. It's all a learning process. I do have to say though that the other nite I was just CRAVING some toast,( I know sounds stupid, who craves toast, but I did). So I caved and had 2 slices with some peanut butter and a cup of coffee. Man did I ever feel like crap afterward. My stomach felt sooo bloated for over an hour. Lesson learned. Some of us just have to do it the hard way I guess. lol

Anyways, thanks for listening and letting me ramble on.

mizv

[sham]

Hi there I must say you have had a hard time with your weight most of your life.At the beginning I also had toast cravings because I loved them I could have toast instead of a meal anytime.You have started this plan and its working for you so I hope you do well and stick to it.All the best.

[imagood1]

Hi and welcome to ADBB mizv. Check the stickies (information posts) at the top of the induction page - (Atkins Diet Induction FAQs)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html – it’s a condensed version of everything you’ll need to know. It’s a good idea to get a copy of the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR) the book we use for reference on this site.

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water each day, including:
Filtered water
Mineral water
Spring water
Tap water

The Atkins shakes and bars are not legal on induction – there are non-induction ingredients in them.

Before you start:
*take your measurements and get on the scale so you have accurate numbers to start with - don't weigh again until the end of.

*Eat a variety of meats, cheeses and vegetables. Also make sure you get your fats, carbs and protein in daily – www.fitday.com will help you keep track of this.

*Drink 64 ounces of pure water -nothing added daily (see info above regarding water).

*Take your supplements and start an exercise routine.

The recipe sites are a helpful meal planning tool – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with. Remember – if a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list it doesn’t belong in your mouth – no exceptions!

Recipe Sites
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/58513-never-ending-induction-recipes.html (Induction recipes)
(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/6807-induction-recipe-basics-more-recipes-added.html (Induction Recipe Basics)


If you need anything we’re here to help you!! Good luck.