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[DebbieD]

Hi everyone! I've lurked for awhile, but have been on Atkins for a long, long time. I'm actually a second timer, having used Atkins in my 20s. Unfortunately my first time round I used it to lose the weight, and then went right back to my old eating habits

I tried again numerous times over the years, but candida stopped me in my tracks. Sooo last year I began by detoxing, cleansing and working from the inside out. I've stuck to my Atkins diet through thick and thin, and have found daily exercise that works for me. Its not been easy, but the results are finally paying off.

I'm within 10 pounds to my goal weight and in no particular rush to get there as I'm playing about with my foods and what works for my body. Atkins is the coolest diet for me, and now I've settled into the idea that it IS my way of life!!! And I'm very happy with it.

[cafe_et_creme]

Hi
You have done extremly well, and your a great example of how to work Atkins!
Congrats on your loss so far, im sure you will get the last 10lbs off in time.

keep on doing what your doing! x

[imagood1]

Hi and welcome Debbie --

It sounds like you have the knowledge and are using the plan to your advantage...good for you. There is plenty to do on the forum for everyone. Check the challenges, start a journal, talk with others...whatever you want to do!

Have you seen the recipe sites - they are wonderful! Good luck on your last 10 pounds!

[blueberrylady]

Welcome to the board, Debbie! And congrats on your dedication to Atkins and your success so far!

I'm exactly where you are now; within 10 lbs of goal but happy where I'm at! You're doing the right thing in experimenting with foods instead of obsessing about the number on the scale so keep up the good work!

[DebbieD]

Thank you all for the warm welcome!! I love how supportive this forum is. And I really appreciate how so many members can spot a hole in the way its being worked a mile away. Whether its a food derailing the person, underlying candida problems, or whether there's not enough exercise, etc. The advice I see is so spot on, and so very helpful.

I haven't had the chance to explore the recipes as fully as I'd like. Not enough hours in the day, but its lovely to know there are others out there who embrace the Atkins way of living as well. LOL, I'm not alone!!!

[Sd1136]

Welcome!!!
and your doing great!!!