Need a buddy...

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sposluk

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 1: 18 pm    Post subject: Need a buddy...

I started Atkins because I went through a pretty bad break up, and I wanna focus all of my energy in a positive way.... getting healthier. I have about 40 lbs to lose, and I just want someone to talk to throughout this. I ' m 20 years old, female ( if that matters ).

leespot

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 1: 30 pm    Post subject:

Hey, I ' ve just started the induction myself today, and have a similar amount of weight to lose too. I ' m a guy though so looking at the other posts might lose it a bit quicker! I ' m 6 ' 1 " at currently 240lb, ideal weight is less than 200lb but it ' s a start!

sposluk

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 1: 52 pm    Post subject:

Keep in touch! I risk we could both use the support.

leespot

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 2: 40 pm    Post subject:

I will do - I ' ll post my stats / progress later on. Good Luck! [ / icon_wink. gif]

carolinei

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 3: 47 pm    Post subject:

Hi,

I ' m Caroline, have 35 - 40lbs to loose, so I know how you feel. This is my second week and I have lost 7. 5lbs in week one. If I can stick to the Low Carbs then anyone can, as I never last on any fad or diet I try as it doesn ' t work quick enough.

But with this my entire attitude to eating has changed and I most sincerely believe this is the best way of life for me, as I have not been this happy or in control in a long time.

We can does this, so good luck.

Rgds

Caroline

sposluk

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Mon Jul 07, 2008 6: 47 pm    Post subject:

keep me posted on your progess, and ill do the same! motivation is the only way to get through this.

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* Crunch! *

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stina85

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Sat Aug 09, 2008 1: 35 pm    Post subject: * Crunch! *

Ok, I am about to start the first two weeks and I ' ve spent a lot of time planning so I ' m prepared. I went over the food list and realize there ' s a lot of creativity room... Guacamole, Chicken / tuna salad.... etc... but what can you eat WITH it since crackers and chips are out? I kinda need some crunch to be happy.... Any suggestions for no / low carb " crunch? " Thanks!!

bluehex

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Sat Aug 09, 2008 3: 03 pm    Post subject:

pork rinds... ( just make sure you get a variety without sugar ). But be careful, they have an terrible amount of calories, and unless you want to lose 100 + pounds, you should eat them in great soundness. As a treat, not a staple.

Also, check the recipe board for flaxseed bread. really good and easy to make.

Tril

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Sat Aug 09, 2008 3: 42 pm    Post subject:

Celery... cucumber circles... zucchini circles... cheese " crackers "... rashes ( oops... Edited to say RADISHES, lol )... and my personal favorite once you get to OWL, these bran crispbreads:

They have 12 calories per cracker and 5 grams of fiber. They help with constipation if that ' s ever an issue, too. I like to squish a triangle of Laughing Cow cheese between two crackers for a low calorie, low carb, very high fiber snack.

Here is the ingredient list: Unprocessed wheat bran, rye flour, salt ( salt content 0. 4 % ). So they do have rye flour. Avoid if you ' re totally avoiding all grains. As I ' m in the later levels of OWL, I will have these when " needed ". [ / icon_wink. gif]

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stina85

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Sat Aug 09, 2008 7: 50 pm    Post subject:

wow thanks for the suggestions guys! can ' t wait to get started... i ' m doing my grocery shopping today.

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what am i doing wrong

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tisshab

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 2: 02 am    Post subject: what am i doing wrong

Hello All,

I ' m new to atkins and on day 3 of induction. I weighed myself today and have gained 1 / 2 a pound. I ' m not sure what I ' m doing wrong. I ' m drinking 8 - 10 glasses of water and I ate

day 1

2 eggs, with cheese and bacon

sugar free jello

tuna with 3 tablespoons of mayo

string cheese

and deep dish low carb pizza quiche

for dinner

day 2

2 eggs, with cheese and bacon

sugar free jello

chicken with 3 tablespoons of mayo

string cheese

and a bacon cheeseburger crustless quiche

day 3

2 eggs, with cheese and bacon

sugar free jello

tuna with 3 tablespoons of mayo

string cheese

pork and sauerkraut for dinner

I have thrown some regular pepperoni in as a snack too ( 0 carbs )

What am I doing wrong?

Thank you!

Tissha

neylonas

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 2: 31 am    Post subject:

Are you drinking tons of water? The SF jello could be a problem ( it is for some, though not for me ). Try keto stix because you may be in ketosis even if the pounds arent dropping off.... Just be patient - the loss will come!!

Marinewifeandmom

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 2: 38 am    Post subject:

does anyone know if there is a max amount of sugar free jello one can or should consume a day? i had maybe two spoonful bites today for the heck of it, lol. i had bought 3 packages of flavored walmart - brand jello and have now finally gotten around to making it, lol.

KypDurron

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 6: 01 am    Post subject:

A lot.

A lot lot.

A lot lot lot lot.

Thats all I know from personal experience.

tisshab

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 2: 59 pm    Post subject:

Thank you so much for your encouragement! I got on the scale today and I ' m now down 3 pounds, so it must be working. I think that trying so many different things and being so big for so long has me paranoid that I ' m not going to be able to do it! Thanks again! [ / icon_biggrin. gif]

Nik@Night

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 4: 47 pm    Post subject:

You will do it! It will come. Be dilligent and keep up the great work! Congrats and Welcome.

Niki

barbimathisen

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Thu Aug 07, 2008 6: 04 pm    Post subject:

You got this! You can do it this time! Keep coming on here and posting and getting the support you need. Oh, and SF Jello rocks!

chicago. cyclist

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Sat Aug 09, 2008 5: 37 pm    Post subject:

I ' m concerned because I don ' t see any vegetables in this diet except for one serving of sauerkraut. Where are you getting your 20 grams of carbs from? Not sure if that would impact weight loss, but still, you should be eating veggies. Are they hiding in your quiche? A whole 2 cups worth?

( I have a hard time eating the veggies myself because I ' m never hungry, so I try to eat a big salad w / veggies once a day. )

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