New Today INDUCTION I will do it!

[Emseee]

Good Afternoon everyone. I have just signed up to the forum because I am getting dangerously close to eating a box of muesli and it looks like you're all climbing the same mountain.

This is my day 5 of INDUCTION and I am really going to do it this time - despite the muesli based hallucinations. I have been on every diet (nearly) around. My favourite is the GI with all that lovely brown rice, porridge and wholemeal bread - which I mustn't think about now and on which I have never lost an ounce. My problem is that I hate sugar and junk food: I only eat fresh food, I exercise vigourously (cycle 15 miles most days - go to gym at least 3X a week), I walk everywhere and I have a HIGHER than average metabolism and yet I am obese (BMI 31) and I look like a dedicated doughnut eater with v. big tummy.

So, last week, when I was contemplating a 85 mile bike ride as a punishment for my fatness, I realised something. This isn't working. The government says 'eat 5 fruit & veg a day' - I eat 10, the PCT says walk and cycle - don't drive - I do I do, the magazines say 'have you tried home cooking instead of takeways' (erm yes!) and I have discovered that you can do all of these things and still be a wobbler.

So, despite the low fat high fibre mantra that shapes my thinking I am going to give my all to the Atkins. I am on day 6. I have already lost 9lb (which is an astounding miracle). I think the food is OK as you can have salad and avocados - and I am hopeful!

I would love to hear how you are all getting on and any tips for mashed potato and muesli cravings gratefully recieved.

Must dash now and have my afternoon olive

XX Emseee

[atkinsgal08]

>>any tips for mashed potato and muesli cravings gratefully recieved.>>

Cauliflower is the usual potato substitute. It can be mashed, roasted, baked, etc.

You can check here for ways to make it:

Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes - Side Dish Recipes

I've never had a muesli craving, so can't help you there.

[liv]

Day 6 is great - and losses are wonderful. Congratulations.

I think what helps me stick to it is that I understand that certain foods are like poison in my system - all they do is trigger responses that make me fatter and make me eat more. I know this is true because having really been off them for so long and them tried some of them in moderation I know what power they have. I have embraced low carb and high fats. And I believe in them. Not only do they show result but they have stabilized my eating in a way no grain could every do before.
I hope you can find your strength there. Keep up the good work

[sallyseachange]

Warm welcome aboard and thanks for telling us your story... in such a witty way, I might add. Congrats on your success so far!
Keep a high fat snack handy for when the cravings hit. That really helps. It could be leftover cold meat, cheese, avocado, or... you could always be uber daring and convert your single afternoon olive into two!!

Happy losing!

[Emseee]

Thank you for your warm welcome Sally Seachange. I must say you look inspirationally good in your picture and very toned. It worked for you evidently!

[Emseee]

Thanks Liv. I think that is so right. The carb foods you think you need can leave you feeling edgy, bloated and hungry for more. I'm finding it hard to get my head around but the Atkins does seem to stabilise hunger most of the time in a way that jacket potatoes and bread rolls just don't. Are you still feeling well and good after 2 years of this approach?

[Emseee]

Hmmm Thank you AtkinsGal08. Mashed cauliflower does sound v. tempting - and with butter too. I shall try it with tomorrow's roast chicken. I notice you have been here for a couple of years. Did you find the atkins really helped?

[atkinsgal08]

>>Did you find the atkins really helped?>>

Well, I've been on maintenance for 4+ years, so I would say that yes, it has helped.

[liv]

Originally Posted by Emseee

Thanks Liv. I think that is so right. The carb foods you think you need can leave you feeling edgy, bloated and hungry for more. I'm finding it hard to get my head around but the Atkins does seem to stabilise hunger most of the time in a way that jacket potatoes and bread rolls just don't. Are you still feeling well and good after 2 years of this approach?

You sound like my MIL. She means well. Yes I am doing super. I am eating very healthy and have my problem with out of control weightgain solved. I am happy.

[breeegalv74]

Hello I am new to the board but not to atkins I tried it once before and lost 27 lbs. this was about 7 yrs ago, since then I have the weight came back, for several years I couldnt lose weight no matter what I did, turns out I had a thyroid issue, my thryoid was ablated and now I am on medication. Determined to lose this weight once and for all I returned to Atkins. I am here for support. Thank you.