Never giving up...

[mommabear_23]

Oh where do I start...... I am a mom to three great kids and a loving hubby. What I don't have is control over my health. I have packed on the pounds lately after losing some weight on Atkins before. I am 250 pounds and it is just sad. I am starting today on induction but have a feeling it is not going to be as easy this time.

I have to get out of this rut and stop making excusses for my eating habits and just have a plan. After shedding a few tears in a changeroom at Walmart last week...I could no longer fool myself. I want to stop avoiding people because I am afraid they are going to say something about my weight and at the same time avoid my friends that are heavy too because they don't support me in my desire to try to change. I am tired of feeling selfish for making big changes in our home regarding food and doing more activities. My family deserves better and so do I.

Well here is goes....

I hope to meet many of you on a similar journey,

Sincerely,
mommabear


HW 302
CW 250
Goal Weight 170lbs

First goal is 240

[imagood1]

Welcome to the Atkins Board.

I hope you’ve read the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR), it’s the book we follow on this bulletin board. If you haven’t until you can get a copy you’ll find a condensed version at the top of the induction - (Atkins Diet Induction FAQs)(Atkins Diet Induction FAQs)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77558-atkins-diet-induction-faqs.html.

Make sure you drink a minimum of 64 ounces of pure water (nothing added), exercise starting today and taking a multi-vitamin. Check all around the board for everything there is to, there is a challenge section with both exercise and non exercise challenges, Rate My Menu for help with your food, journaling – there is something for everyone

I cook 3 meals a day for my family -- I start with the same meat and build from that -- I've found recipes to use that I can use that taste like what they are eating so I never feel deprived. Try some of the recipes on the different sites and see if your family likes them....my family likes the stuffed green peppers, the mock-a-foni and cheese and a few others.

Make a copy of this list (What foods can be eaten on Induction?)(What foods can be eaten on Induction?)http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-low-carb-dieting-faqs/6781-what-foods-can-eaten-induction.html and take it with you when you go to the store. If a food isn’t listed on the acceptable food list don’t eat it. Learn to read the label on all foods you buy - don’t just look at the “carb” number look at the ingredients list of everything and check the ingredients against your list. Just because it says "low carb" doesn't mean you can eat it. Also check for hidden sugars (learn the names used in place of the word “sugar”).

The recipe sites are helpful for meal planning – just make sure you use Induction Recipes to begin with.
http://www.genaw.com/lowcarb/menus.html (Linda’s)
(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)(Never ending induction recipes)(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)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(Induction Recipe Basics--More recipes added)(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 to you!

[liv]

Welcome back.
Sorry about the change room experience. I have been there.
This will work for you. Just get into the spirit of things.
I hope you are having a great Atkins day. Come here and tell us about it and your journey. It will help you stay motivated.

[ittybitty]

I am new to this as of today.... I'm wishing you all the best, and me too lol...