Im new and could use lots of information

[applebottomjns]

Hi everyone,
Im a 21 year old mother of two beautiful kids. I weighed 145 before my 1st pregnancy at the end of my second pregnancy i weighed 216. I had my children back to back both were born december 13th 2006,2007 they are 1year apart to the day. i started the special k diet at first and lost 7 pounds which was 1 week ago and i just started the atkins diet and lost 6 pounds so far and i have only been on it 5 days which is exciteing. i want to get down to 135 so if anyone has information on this diet i would appriate it thanks so much.

[atkinsgal08]

Welcome to the forum!

Please make sure you're reading a copy of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (2002).

J.

[imagood1]

Welcome to the Atkins Board.

The best thing you can do is read the 2002 Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution (DANDR), it’s the book we follow on this bulletin board. It will give you all the information you need plus the science behind the Atkins plan - check your local library, book stores or
www.amazon.com or www.half.com. There is somewhat of a condensed version of the book here - (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

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 you shouldn't be eating 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!

[kaylasgram]

Hello & Welcome To Atkins & The Forum !!!

We have have alot going on around here 24/7 it may be sharing our stories or giving & reciving information & we have a lot of fun in the process !!!

Below I have listed a Link for you with a lot of good information that I have found very helpful & I put it together all in one place to you get started along your way on your Atkins journey !!!

("Some Helpful Hints For Those New To Atkins" {revised}) ("Some Helpful Hints For Those New To Atkins" {revised})http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/atkins-diet-14-day-induction/77935-some-helpful-hints-those-new-atkins-revised.html

Quick List Of Low Carb Vegetables From 1 net carb to 10 net carbs All In One Place!!

http://community.atkins.com/discussions/viewTopic/p/topicId/3540806/Quick_List_Of_Low_Ca.htm?webPageId=1000242

Please feel free to join~in with us any time & post away with questions, comments, your stories or anything at all & most important keep us posted of your progress !!!

~Cindi~

[liv]

Welcome from me too.
So really 13th both of them. You guys will have some interesting birthday parties.
We are here to help. Ask away and don't be afraid too. We all are a bit fumbly in the beginning.

[applebottomjns]

yes birthday partys are crazy for my kids. and thanks for all the info

[applebottomjns]

o and i put crystal light in my water which i dont think is bad because their is no carbs at all what do yall think

[atkinsgal08]

Originally Posted by applebottomjns

o and i put crystal light in my water which i dont think is bad because their is no carbs at all what do yall think

It's not water then.

Crystal Light is a bunch of chemicals ... and it's sweetened. You're allowed 3 servings of sweetener per day, so you're probably getting over the "legal limit".

You need plain water.

[DarlingBri]

There's a basic Induction guide in my signature that may help you.

[applebottomjns]

yeah i stopped drinking crystal light yesterday and im just sticking to water. I love crystal light but if its worth loseing weight then ill quit it.