Any Atkins Induction!

[trishdadish]

can you guys please tell me what an oopsies is?

[Determinedtolose]

Sure Trish! Hold on I'll get the link!!

[Determinedtolose]

Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes

Check these out!!!!

[lynnlynn]

Hello, Hello, Hello
I found this forum quite by accident and have enjoyed reading all the posts. I am in the INDUCTION phase of the Atkins and I have been reading and reading questions that others have asked that has helped me. I registered Sunday, but it has taken me this long to get on and I am so excited.

I've started Atkins several times but didn't feel successful on it because it was so slow for me. The first 2 wks I would lose about 10 lbs but after that I hardly lost a lb a wk. I exercised at Curses, but I did not have much energy. In 3 mths, I'd only lost 18 lbs. I must say I felt better and I did lose inches and my clothes fit better.

I am flabbergated at some LC people have lost and continue to lose per week-5,10+ and 30 lbs in one month-WOW!!! I want that, so I hope this forum will keep me motivated and I will get pass the first 3 months.

LadyChurchill, I am enjoying the stories. Keep'm coming!

I'm loving the recipes. Yum YUm I was writing recipes on pieces of paper all around my computer. I decided I needed a tablet.

It is really nice to meet all of you great and wonderful ladies

[lynnlynn]

Hi Trish, As I was reading through the threads, being new and all, I kept seeing oopies, they're great. I wondered the same thing. Determinedtoloose gave you a site. I searched until I found The Lighter Side of Low-Carb: The Lighter Side of Low-Carb
She has that recipe and others that you might enjoy.

[Determinedtolose]

[COLOR="DarkOrchid"]Hi Lynnlynn!

Welcome to our neck of the woods! LOL!! I'm glad you feel comfortable join us here! Yes Mary, has some really funny stories she posts. Keeps us laughing!!

I think what you've lost is remarkable! Don't sell yourself short! Inches are a good thing too. Sometimes you have to check what you're eating to make sure there's no hidden carbs or sugar.

But I think you're doing great!!

I know what you mean about seeing people lose fast, but everyone is different and we can't compare ourselves to them because that's what get us frustrated.
Hang in there and lose at your own pace. A lb here and there is fantastic!!

Hope to see you here more often!!! [/COLOR]

[Livywilltim-mom]

Blessed Saturday everyone!

FYI...I am one of those folks that stall if I have any alcohol. I am insulin resistant, and the alcohol changes my metabolism...in a BAD way. You'll have to see for yourself.

We are having a gloriously beautiful morning right now, but things are going to deteriorate later, so I may get outside now and do my errands. DD1 has his opening day baseball game this afternoon...I hope, after 12 straight days of sun, we can eek out dry weather until 6pm today!

I am going to post a yummy recipe that I made last night for Coconut Chix Patties, BBL

[Chrislukey]

Morning ladies!
Hi Lynnlynn it is nice to meet you. Don't worry about the slow weight loss I have the same issue. The first time I lost 30 lbs it took me 6 months so I am not one of those fast losers either. Don't let it discourage you we all have our own pace.


Jaime just the name of that recipe sounds so good!

Hi Mary Rachel Trish Diana Jen Locarbrunner and Christina Hope you are all having a great weekend!


Hi to everyone else too I can't keep track of all the names here we have grown so much. Thanks again for starting this thread Diana and Christina.

Plan for today
B sausage muffins
L tuna muffins and avocado
D Roasted chicken recipe from Rachel Ray (hope it is good) with turnips and fennel. or steak and brocolli one today and one tomorrow.... haven't decided yet

[Livywilltim-mom]

This is [COLOR="Red"]Linda Sue's [/COLOR]Recipe for [COLOR="red"]Coconut Crusted Chicken Patties[/COLOR]

12.5 ounce can white meat chicken, drained
1/4 c mayonnaise
1 T fresh parsley, minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 t Old Bay seasoning
1/4 t ground coriander
1/8 t cayenne
1/8 t pepper
1/2 t Tabasco or other hot sauce
1 egg white
1/4 c finely shredded unsweetened coconut
Oil for frying

In a medium bowl, break up the chicken with a fork until it is finely shredded. Stir in all the remaining ingredients, except the coconut, until well blended. Divide into 4 equal portions on a wax paper lined baking sheet. Gently shape into patties with your hands. The mixture will be very soft. Put the coconut in a small shallow dish. Carefully set one chicken patty in the coconut and gently turn over to coat both sides; place back on wax paper. Repeat with all the patties. Chill at least 1 hour. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties 4-5 minutes per side, flipping carefully, until golden brown on each side.

Makes 4 servings.

Per serving: 277 Calories; 23 g Fat; 16 g Protein; 2 g Carbohydrate; 1 g Dietary Fiber; 1 g Net Carbs.

[lisa32989]

lynnlynn

I think its time for an attitude adjustment.
18 lbs in 3 months averages to more than a pound a week.
This is FABULOUS & SAFE weight loss.
We all want it "now" which is why we gained in the first place (remember that food you just had to have????)

The key to permanent loss is the lifestyle change, not the winner of the speed race!

Here's to the turtle! Slow and steady ultimately wins the race

[jen_1971]

Good Afternoon EVeryone! Feeling under the weather, severe sore throat and headache. Called off work yesterday and slept most of the day away. I'm on looking for easy recipe I can swallow today!! ugh!! I was a bit off last night, I had to have something cold and since food was a bit hard to swallow, I opted for some vanilla ice cream. It soothed me, filled me and comforted me. Today I'm back on track and hoping to avoid it!!

I did attempt the Ooopsie recipe yesterday, I wanted some bread. They didn't come out like that at all. Not sure what went wrong, I followed right from Cleo's site w/the help of Sailor Moon! LOL They didn't look at all thick like on the link Determined posted from LInda's site. They are thin, not eggy at all but good work in a pinch for now. Maybe I need more practice?? i toasted one for breakfast and put cream cheese on it and had a couple slices of bacon on the side. I need a bit thicker next time. Suggestions anyone??

Lisa - great job!!! that is awesome turtle or not!!

Livy - that recipe looks awesome! is it very coconutty??

Hi Chris, Trish and Mac sorry if i missed someone, damn headache! Have a great day and remember your WATER!!!

I am off to figure out lunch, something still easy and soft to eat. without diverting to ice cream! have a great day ladies!

[Livywilltim-mom]

Awww, Jen, I am sorry to hear you are feeling icky! Take good care of yourself my friend.

The Coconut Chix patties are not overly coconutty...although, I did use CO to fry them in. Next time I think I will use some EVOO.

[lynnlynn]

Thanks for the welcome ladies and encouragement Determined, Chris and Lisa.
A special thanks to your Lisa. I had figured out the weekly weight loss to of the 18lbs. You have my permission to keep me in check-to keep it real.

Jen, I read so many post about the oopsies, so I made them last night. Just like yours, they were flat but they were so light and crunchy. I didn't taste the eggs at all.

I used Cleo's pictures and little friends to help me as well. I think I beat the yoke mixture too much and they were toooooo runny. But I vow to learn how to perfect them. I didn't have a cookie sheet so I used a casserole dish. I am purchasing a cookie sheet today. They were very thin and crumbled when I tried to take them up. They are so filling that I felt guilty for eating them. They are Ok for induction are they?


I love, love, love them

[Determinedtolose]

[COLOR="Blue"]Hello Lovely Ladies!!!

What a weekend it is!! I'm so happy it's Saturday!!

Hi, Jaimie! That recipe sounds very good!! Golly, I don't know what to make, everyone has such good recipes they're posting!!
I am going to put this on my do cook list!! LOL!!
I hope you have a great day!!!

Hi Chris, are you feeling better today? Chris we may have started this but it wouldn't be the way it is if it wasn't for all you wonderful Ladies!!!
Have a super day!!!

Hi Lisa! I will take slow any day, because I have no choice! LOL!! I agree with you, it's better to lose slow so we know it will stay off. Thanks for the uplifting words! Have wonderful day!!!

Hi, I hope you get to feeling better!! DH is sick too and it's not fun!!
Oopsies take a little practice, by the second time you should have it down pat. Actually, they don't get really high though. I just made some and they turne out how you described yours. Still good though!!
Have great Saturday!!

His Christina! how are you doing? I hope that your feeling good and that eveything is fine!
Have a great day today!!!

Hi Mary, have a fun day with the hubby!!! Be good!!

Hi Rachel! How are you today! I hope you're having a great day!!

Hi LowCarbRunner, have a great on plan day!!!

Hi Lynnlynn, you are doing great!!! No worries!!

Hi Trish! How ya doing? Have a fantastic Saturday!!

Ladies, lets All have a great on plan day!!!!

Talk to you soon!! Love Ya's!!! [/COLOR]

[lynnlynn]

Technical questions ladies,
How do you edit your profile? If noone mines, I would like to put my numbers at the bottom as well to track my abundant weight loss. I think it's great and it's visual as a reminder of my goal.

[jen_1971]

go to the User Control Panel ... up at the top of the screen. You can edit all personal info there! Way to go on the weight loss then Lynn!! Big thumbs up!!!

[mac24312]

Hi all!!!

I am sure you all are keeping this forum up for us that is missing today!! I am doing some cooking for DH and we are spending alot of time outside since Gas is too high to go anywhere when we dont have to. Its beautiful today again..around 75 but a chance of storms this afternoon.

Oh..even with the way I ate yesterday I was up a pound... I dont know what did that...but I am thinking..excuse me if there are any men in here...but all you Women that are still having TOM..does you weight go up about your Ovu time? Just curious..I also think I drunk more yesterday maybe the reason also. So..that gives me 1 1/2 pound loss for the week. I am going to start posting my weekly weight also instead of daily.

Ok..my menu goes like this
B- Chicken salad (didn't eat till 11am)
L- 1 boiled egg (was not hungry so skipped that)
S- Either LC Meatballs with LC Barbecue Sauce or LC Meatloaf and Fresh Green Beans cooked with Salted Ham Hock in my pressure cooker.

Catch you all later.
Have a wonderful Blessed LC weekend!!
HUGS
Christina

[Chrislukey]

Good Afternoon Ladies!! Just checking in to say hi!
Diana thanks for asking! Yes I am feeling better but still a little dizzy...want this to go away now!

Jen- I hope you feel better soon!Just rest and stay away from the ice cream. Thanks for the water reminder I don't drink enough!
As far as the oopsie go I have trouble with them too. I find if I add just a little xathan gum to the yolk mixture before adding to the white they bulk a little more.

Christina don't worry about that pound you ate on plan it is not your fault it is the stupid scale!!!!Congrats on the overall 1 1/2


Love ya All! Have a great weekend!!!!!

[mac24312]

Hi again!!
Ok..I wont then Chris..lol I am glad you are starting to feel better. I think i am going to do mostly proteins during the week with 30 to 45 min of walking..and then weekends is Atkins Induction with no walking..because DH is home on weekend and wants to play outside..hope I can still get my pounds down that way.

Oh..you all have got to see this!! Our wonderful Diana make a cake for her 11 old Nephews birthday..look at this:

Super Mario Cake

HUGS
Christinas

[LadyChurchill]

Hello everyone! Yes, it's me! Hubby is doing some stuff on his computer so I thought I'd take this opportunity to hop in and see what everyone was up to.

Diana - How can I enjoy time with hubby and be good at the same time

We had to run out earlier and pick up some chlorine for the pool, clean the filter and check the ph levels. I love having a pool but I think I would love it even more if I was rich and could have someone else take care of it

We get a lot of ducks, sandhill cranes and bunnies around here. Naturally, I have to feed them all. I love all the wildlife. We're in a community but our house is on the lake side so we have a great view. The lake also has a fountain which lights up at night. The only thing I don't like is this deed restricted stuff. Oh, well, I'll have to live with it. At least until I find out where we're going next.

We're going to wash the vehicles later. Too hot right now. I hope all of you that aren't feeling well get better soon. If I've missed any new people.... I'll check in later if I get the chance.

[COLOR="Blue"]HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO TO MARRY? (written by kids)


You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming.
-- Alan, age 10


No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you're stuck with.
-- Kristen, age 10


WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE TO GET MARRIED?


Twenty-three is the best age because you know the person FOREVER by then.
-- Camille, age 10


HOW CAN A STRANGER TELL IF TWO PEOPLE ARE MARRIED?


You might have to guess, based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids.
-- Derrick, age 8


WHAT DO YOU THINK YOUR MOM AND DAD HAVE IN COMMON?


Both don't want any more kids.
-- Lori, age 8


WHAT DO MOST PEOPLE DO ON A DATE?


Dates are for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Even boys have something to say if you listen long enough.
-- Lynnette, age 8


On the first date, they just tell each other lies and that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second date.
-- Martin, age 10

WHAT WOULD YOU DO ON A FIRST DATE THAT WAS TURNING SOUR?


I'd run home and play dead. The next day I would call all the newspapers and make sure they wrote about me in all the dead columns.
-- Craig, age 9


WHEN IS IT OKAY TO KISS SOMEONE?


When they're rich.
-- Pam, age 7


The law says you have to be eighteen, so I wouldn't want to mess with that.
-- Curt, age 7


The rule goes like this: If you kiss someone, then you should marry them and have kids with them. It's the right thing to do.
-- Howard, age 8


IS IT BETTER TO BE SINGLE OR MARRIED ?


It's better for girls to be single but not for boys. Boys need someone to clean up after them.
-- Anita, age 9

HOW WOULD THE WORLD BE DIFFERENT IF PEOPLE DIDN'T GET MARRIED?


There sure would be a lot of kids to explain, wouldn't there?
-- Kelvin, age 8

And the #1 Favorite is ...

HOW WOULD YOU MAKE A MARRIAGE WORK?


Tell your wife that she looks pretty, even if she looks like a truck.
-- Ricky, age 10

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Take care,
Mary

[mac24312]

Mary
I just love what you come up with to post on here..really makes my day!! Looks like a storm here so I will catch you all later.
HUGS
Christina

[backatitagain40]

HOLY MACKERAL!!! six pages to catch up on and everyone is doing amazing... Welcome to everyone..this is a great bunch of ladies!! I have missed all so much, like my right arm is missing. finaly have some down time and WOW what great posts... Been like 4 days since I could get on here..had small surgical proceducre done and have felt like crap....but have stayed on plan even had dietary at hospital pulling bread off tray haha. Anyway doing great have not cheated once,,down two more pounds and the best news is i was able to slip into a pair of medium pants... i started skipping around like a fool, knocked over the tv haha...
Who cares right.. it's a tv.??..... Medium size pants are much better hahah

Just wanted to say thank you to you all for such encouraging words and for the advice and humor...it makes it easier to stay on course... I promise to be a better contributor!!

Keep up the great work everyone...We are all doing great!

[Determinedtolose]

[COLOR="RoyalBlue"]TeeHee Mary!!! I know!!!

Hi Lin! Whoohoo on the 2lbs down!!! Yeah!!!!!

I'm so glad to hear you are recouping well. Wow, I didn't know you were having anything done! But I'm happy that your doing well.

Well back to my parents house!

Talk to you all later!![/COLOR]

[LadyChurchill]

Ok ladies, here's a little tidbit about our diet. Keep a positive attitude and don't let it get to you if you're not losing right away or you're not losing as much as you want. Remember, we're all different and our bodies react to foods differently. We're all here for the same reason and this is the best support system you're ever going to have. I'm sure you've all read these but here they are again.

[COLOR="Blue"]Aim for a one-pound loss per week. It's easier to keep weight off if you take it off slowly.

Don't skimp on your sleep. Fatigue leads to overeating, not to mention ugly circles around your eyes.

Speed up your metabolism by having a light bite every three hours, instead of eating 3 large meals a day.

Don't skip meals. People who do have higher fat levels and tend to have difficulty losing weight. Meal skipping also tends to slow down your metabolism, which means your body will hang on to the fat.

Eat breakfast every day. You will feel more energized and will eat less during the day.

At parties and dinners out, avoid eating while you're talking, to avoid eating too much without realizing it.

Eat before you go shopping for food; you will have fewer temptations.

Shop the outside supermarket aisles; they are the ones that usually carry the fresh and frozen produce, and meat!

Try to buy fresh food. The more processed a food item is, the less nutritious it is.

Reduce salt or eliminate it from cooking completely (use herbs for flavor). Add a small sprinkle of salt at the table if you need it. If you use soy sauce, pick a low sodium kind.

Don't use too many sugar substitutes. Discover the natural taste and sweetness of food without additives.

Collect recipes and try new ones every week.

When you eat out, ask how the food you want is prepared, and if necessary request a low carb version

If possible, find diet buddies (all you need is right here), especially in your family!

Cut down on caffeine (from coffee, tea, and sodas); it tends to make you hungry and cause stalls. The same goes for cigarettes: they tend to make you feel peakish, and they also make your skin age prematurely.

Don't go crazy over a diet. Your goal should be to eat right and to give your body what it needs, not to become Ally McBeal.

Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water. Drink plenty of fresh water.

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[backatitagain40]

Thanks mary!!! Sage advice ...especially the tired one... I am so tired and cranky I had to leave the house for a walk because all I wanted to do was eat and whine lol.. You always have such a great attitue...thanks for picking us all up!!

[Livywilltim-mom]

Blessed Sunday!

Gotta run to sing at Mass, but wanted to stop in and say a quick hello! I am very discouraged lately with being stuck at this horrible weight so Mary, I really appreciated your post, thanks!

BBL

[LadyChurchill]

As Queen put it ...."another pound bites the dust".... woohoo

Another busy day here. We have to mow the lawn, trim palm trees and put some weed 'n feed around. The nice thing is when we finish all that we can jump in the pool . That will be my exercise for the day. I love to swim. When I was in high school I did swimming and track. I was quite the tomboy growing up. Even at 60 I can still throw a pretty good spiral football. Guess that's why I was glad I had boys....lol.

I think I'll have fillet mignon tonight. Not sure what I'll have with it but I'm sure it will come to me sometime today

[COLOR="Blue"]HAVE YOU HEARD OF THE GARLIC DIET?
YOU DON'T LOSE MUCH WEIGHT, BUT FROM A DISTANCE YOUR FRIENDS THINK YOU LOOK THINNER.[/COLOR]

Hope everyone is having a wonderful day. See you later.

[Determinedtolose]

I Ladies,
I hope everyone has a great Sunday!

Mary, Yeah for you on the ib down!!! Those are some good things to remember! Sometimes we need a reminder!

Jaimie don't worry, you'll start losing again! I'm in the same boat and haven't lost anything, but we will!

Lin, I think walking is a good thing! Clears the head up, so good for you on doing that!!

I'll talk to you all later!!!

[backatitagain40]

Just wanted to stop in and say heY!! Church was wonderful today..I almost felt like the sermon was for me... about forgiving ourselves and letting the Big Guy do our judging for us..Walk with the dog and off to work... Going to be a nightmare week so I tried to get food prepared this morning so hopefully not cheats. I am determined to get on this site at least once a day... I have missed it and do not feel as strong without it...so the laundry and dishes can wait lol!
todays meal
breakfast :: two egg and bacon muffins
lunch :tuna, lettice on oppsies
snack cream cheese muffin
dinner smothered pork chops (my new favorite) small salad
water, water, water

Hope we all have a great on plan day!!!

Almost forgot... Bought a Gazelle (tony little got to me hahah) and can not wait to get it set up..so am planning on doing that for an hour each day.. I can not seem to fit exercise in and I think that is why I am losing slowly. So as he say's in his infomercial "You can do it"

[backatitagain40]

something is wrong with my memory lately I forgot to ask a question in my last post...I figured I would pick all these smart brains. Last week have been experiencing strange muscle aches in legs and it seems to be when I am in the deepest purple of ketosis..has this happened to any of you? Haven't done an ounce of exercise this week, unless you count running into work late haha.. I have increased vitamens and magnesium and added some with potassium.. Do you think it could be the ketosis?