2nd time around

[kxb44]

Originally Posted by Georgiana

I've figured that out.

You obviously have a chocolate addiction. Induction is meant to break such addictions. Yet, it's not magic. Unless you choose to change your eating habits, it's not going to happen.

Good luck!

I don't know that it is a chocolate addiction, but I do like a little treat once in a while. With Atkins or any other diet I think each individual has to ask two questions:
1. Is what I am doing working?
2. Is this something I can stick with long term?

For me the answer is yes to both of these questions. From past experience, I know that having a low-carb alternative to a sugar laden treat makes sticking with the program a whole lot easier. Now if they only had low carb french fires.....sigh.

[healthnut]

Originally Posted by imagood1

Atkins is about more than induction -- OWL will help you learn to add foods back into your daily meals and should be done slowly so you find the foods you have problems with and those you can eat without incident.

Have you started a journal? It's a great place to get your thoughts and feelings out and a great place for others to help you.

Thank you for your comments but I'm doing an extended induction which is fine for me. Once I get to OWL I'll simply follow the instructions in the book. As for keeping a journal, never have thought about it but it's something that I might be open to in the future. Thank you for the suggestion.

[healthnut]

Originally Posted by kxb44

Congrats on making through induction. This is my third time around and I believe this forum will make the difference this time. What a great resource for information and motivation.

I too have cravings for Reeses Peanut Butter Cups. Have you tried the Atkins variety? They are pretty good, especially if you freeze them first.

Thank you for the congrats. They say that the 3rd time is a charm !!! Hopefully you'll get to all of your goals this time around.

As for substituting regular Reeses with Atkins Reeses, my goal is to stay away from junk food altogether even once I am in maintenance..... food allergies.