Any Atkins Induction!

[Determinedtolose]

Originally Posted by pixie42

gosh determined ,i'm so sorry about your friend

wouldsomeone be able to pointme in the right direction on
information about peanuts,OH is wondering if he could have
peanuts,i guess like "KP" ????

I'm sorry pixie but nuts are not allowed on induction. When you start the on going weight loss than I believe you can add them in. Where are you in your woe?

[Determinedtolose]

OH and thanks Pixie!

Thanks Karen!

[nancygirl4ever]

[COLOR="Purple"]Afternoon Ladies,

Sorry I haven't checked in this week, I started my new job and it is kicking my A** I don't have to worry about exercise now; I am doing heavy labor 3 days a week and running my tail off for the other two. Due to some financial issues, I wasn't really able to go grocery shopping this week; I ended up eating hc for 3 days and it SUCKED! I felt so sick, I actually woke up in the middle of the night and had to take meds for an upset stomach. Thank God Friday rolled around and I was able to stock up on meats and veggies! I also bought a new vitamin pack that I started taking yesterday; I am full of energy again. I am determined to lose 20 lbs by July 22nd! Hope y'all are doing well and I will catch up on my post's again. Btw, this is my week for finals, say a prayer for me if you can; 40+ hours a week and school full time is very challenging![/COLOR]

[pixie42]

hi,the nuts were for OH he's done the two weeks,
and was wondering if he could have some,
as for me well i'm still happy following
induction,i'm over a month now,so i had some almonds in chocolate
yeserday,was a little gross to be honest,however i guess it
got rid of the old hankering for chocolate.
i do fear tht it would be all to easy for me to go backwards,so
i think perhaps avoidance would be better for me.
i thought some years back when i did the cambridge diet that
because i was so slim i could eat the stuff i liked ,it was my downfall
and i put back on and some.

nancy.
congratulations on the job.
and you'll be in my prayers.

[cindyroo]

Originally Posted by nancygirl4ever

[COLOR="Purple"]Afternoon Ladies,

Sorry I haven't checked in this week, I started my new job and it is kicking my A** I don't have to worry about exercise now; I am doing heavy labor 3 days a week and running my tail off for the other two. Due to some financial issues, I wasn't really able to go grocery shopping this week; I ended up eating hc for 3 days and it SUCKED! I felt so sick, I actually woke up in the middle of the night and had to take meds for an upset stomach. Thank God Friday rolled around and I was able to stock up on meats and veggies! I also bought a new vitamin pack that I started taking yesterday; I am full of energy again. I am determined to lose 20 lbs by July 22nd! Hope y'all are doing well and I will catch up on my post's again. Btw, this is my week for finals, say a prayer for me if you can; 40+ hours a week and school full time is very challenging![/COLOR]

See, this is why you look so young! You are definitely a TYPE A with an agenda! I have no doubt that you can work like a fiend and then go to school. You have what it takes. By July 22nd, you will be the size of a toothpick - LOL!
You go, Nancygirl!

[Maryposa]

Went to GNC and bought all the supplements for insulin disadvantage listed in the stubborn fat fix and at $130 (ug!) taking metformin would be so much cheaper... why does insurance only cover DRUGS with SIDE EFFECTS????? But for the sake of my health, I will try the natural route first of all... for the next 3 months anyway.

[cindyroo]

Originally Posted by Maryposa

Went to GNC and bought all the supplements for insulin disadvantage listed in the stubborn fat fix and at $130 (ug!) taking metformin would be so much cheaper... why does insurance only cover DRUGS with SIDE EFFECTS????? But for the sake of my health, I will try the natural route first of all... for the next 3 months anyway.

Good for you, MaryP! You would do well to see a Naturepath also. If your insurance covers accupuncture that is also a good modality for what ails ya. Wouldn't it be great if insurance companies actually gave a crap about us? I long for the day that preventative and alternative therapies are paid for by our so called health insurance companies. I can't afford $35.00 every time I walk through the chiropractor's door. And it would to EVERYONES advantage to have a massage once a month. Oh well. Maybe this too will change soon.

I am interested in knowing what supplements you got and how they help you. Email me anytime! cindy.roo@verizon.net

As a matter of fact, all of you good friends can email me anytime!

Love yas bunches

[Maryposa]

Hi Cindy!

Originally Posted by Maryposa

My Supplements list

Prenatal Multi-V (because it has extra calcium and folic acid, and came with DHA (Omega-3s)

Lemon Cod Liver Oil and Flax Oil and Cocomut oil (I try to take a little of each each day)

Extra Calcium 600mg

Co-Enzyme Q-10 100mg

L-Carnatine 1000mg (1g)

ALA 300mg

Pro-biotic (comlex) 10 billion CFUs

Biotin 3mg

Cinnamon - 2 500mg (1g)

Chromium 800mcg

I still need to get extra Vit D (I tested low), Magnesium and Boron. Maybe some EPAs too (more omega 3s).

If my cortisol test comes back out of range I will add a B complex

When I was younger and taking tons of supps my sister used to say "I am surprised you don't rattle when you walk!" LOL I remembered that this morning when I was at GNC.

[cindyroo]

Originally Posted by Maryposa

Hi Cindy!

HAHHAHA! Rattling! My husband thinks I am nuts for taking all of those "pills". I take Lifes Fortune vitamins - they are the BOMB - best vits I have ever taken. I take D-3 (almost everyone is D deficient anymore), Omega-6, Magnesium, somtimes Vit E, Kyo-Dophilus because I have an overload of yeast, Black Cohosh for hot flashes, Co Enzyme Q10 for me ticker and when my allergies kick in I take Nettle.

How does the Chromium work for you? It was making me sick on my stomach so I stopped taking it. I would like to try some Royal Jelly to takes it's place since I have Graves Disease as well.

I can't make anybody believe that some of these supplements actually make you FEEL better. Like my vitamins for instance. I feel like crap if I miss a couple of days. And if I don't get Magnesium, it only takes a week for my leg and feet cramps to return.

When folks get into their 40's, they really start taking stock of their health. And I say that anything I can do to make my health better, including supplements, then I am all for it.

You will be a very healthy mommy! And you little one(s) will learn from you about nutrition, supplements, exercise and just plain old motivation to do the best for your physical body.

Do you practice deep breathing, meditation, etc?

[Determinedtolose]

Hi Everyone!

I've been mia here. I got addicted to Facebook and can't stay off there. If anyone wants to join most of us here are on it.

I'm doing good with my eating. Had a crazy family weekend again with a birthday party. But everything is going great.

Hope you all have a super day!!! KUTGW too!!!

[mac24312]

Hi all!!

I am sorry I have been MIA also...I am like Di and have gotten hooked on facebook.. ;] You all need to come join us over there. I am thinking about finding a way to put LCF friends over on Facebook..anyone have a good ideas?

My weight is staying pretty good..I am up to 136.8 TOM on 7th day and about gone. I was told these fertility(hormone) pills the doc put me on will put some weight on a person..I dont know about that..been eating clean still with NO changes..not going to worry about it too much unless I hit 130 then something will have to change again...

I got my Calcium, Citrate and Malate with Mag and Vit D Combo pills online and I am now on my third day without leg cramps!! Hope it stays that way..

I will try to post more on here but you all need to join facebook with Di, Chris, and Nancy and I if you would like to...

Have a great day everyone!
HUGS!
Christina

[pixie42]

hi girls.
still eating and drinking well,funny things going on in my house
today
glad everyone is ok.
xx
eggs,bacon,sausage.
nothing for luch,as i had a very late breakfast.
steak and salad tonight.

[Ladybugg]

hi all!!

Sorry I've been awol, very busy lately. My eating has sucked with so much going on, but I'm only playing with an up and down of 5 lbs. I'm back to LC today.

Menu plan for the day:
B - 2 deviled eggs
L - 2 c salad, 3 oz chicken
D - bacon cheeseburgers (no bun) and a salad

Diana - I can't find you on FB, are you using your name?

Maryposa - What happened to your avi?

[mac24312]

Hi!! Add me if you want to also..its Christina Gallimore on there ;]

[Ladybugg]

Thanks Christina - I found you and added you as a friend.

[Ladybugg]

Thanks for the info on Di - I added her too!

[cindyroo]

Add me you guys! Cindy Thomas : )

[mac24312]

Originally Posted by cindyroo

Add me you guys! Cindy Thomas : )

I MIGHT if you are a VERY good girl!!

I will add you right after I get back from taking B to school..lol

Morning!
HUGS
Christina

[Determinedtolose]

I got you Cindy and Kim!!

[HEAVY-V]

I started what I thought was Atkins induction......on 5-16-09. I lost 6 pounds so far.....I think I should have lost more than that because I work out at least 5 days a week. I think I am not sticking to the 20 grams a day. Maybe I am on a new verson of Atkins.

[Maryposa]

Hi Heavy, did you start working out at the same time that you started Atkins or did you start working out before starting Atkins? The reason I ask is that scale weight is often slower when you work out. The muscle retains water after you first start working out. It will retain it for a while. Approx. 3 weeks. Could be more or less. Hope that helps.

[Maryposa]

By the way, congrats on the loss so far! I think 6 pounds is a great start.

[kabbs10476]

Hi Everyone

Sorry i have not posted for a few days. Today is the first day of the fat fast, i have not lost any weight for around 4 weeks, just keep going up and down a few pounds. So hopefully this will get the scales going down. I did this once before back in August and it helped, then i started to lose again.

Hope everyone is well

Karen x

[Ladybugg]

Originally Posted by cindyroo

Add me you guys! Cindy Thomas : )

I got ya Cindy!

[Determinedtolose]

Hi Kim, sorry, I didn't see your post about me. Glad you found me on FB!!! I said hi to you!

Hi Karen, I hope that FF works for you. I'm sure you'll see the scale move!

Hi Heavy! Congrats on the losses!!!

Hi MP! Yeah where is your picture??

[Maryposa]

Happy Birthday, Cindy!

[cindyroo]

Originally Posted by HEAVY-V

I started what I thought was Atkins induction......on 5-16-09. I lost 6 pounds so far.....I think I should have lost more than that because I work out at least 5 days a week. I think I am not sticking to the 20 grams a day. Maybe I am on a new verson of Atkins.

When I started Atkins I too was exercising. You have to remember that when you exercise you are still losing weight - you are turning fat into muscle mass so it may not show as much on the scales. DO NOT STOP exercising! LOL!!! Dr. Atkins says you cannot get out of exercising just because you lose without exercising on low carb. The weight will come off. Don't be overly obsessed with losing pounds and instead just weigh once or twice a week and keep a chart of your measurements. I really enjoy watching the inches go even though I am not losing pounds. AND 6 pounds IS a great loss! Celebrate every single stinkin' pound gone!

And if you have not read Dr. Atkins book, please do because it really really helps you understand how to lose, how to eat, what to expect, how to get over stalls, etc. It's very important to read it or get it on cd and listen to it. The books and CD's are available at most libraries. And Amazon has some great pricing too.

Keep on keeping off! You will be skinny like [COLOR="Red"]Christina[/COLOR]!
And come here often for friendship, encouragement, to vent, to brag or just to BS! This forum has a great bunch of folks and they are very knowledgeable about LCing.

[ColetteD]

I have been addicted to Facebook too...I love my farm...lol

My eating has sucked...every time I decide I am going to eat right....the bad food fairy comes swooshing in and I cave. I need major help!!!!! But, I keep trying each and every day...one of these days the bad food fairy will be resisted.

Colette

Originally Posted by mac24312

Hi all!!

I am sorry I have been MIA also...I am like Di and have gotten hooked on facebook.. ;] You all need to come join us over there. I am thinking about finding a way to put LCF friends over on Facebook..anyone have a good ideas?


Have a great day everyone!
HUGS!
Christina

[mac24312]

Morning..
Just a quick hi before I got to get Brandon ready for school. I got up this morning so sick and crazy headed..I dont know what has happened. I took my BP and it was 100 over 60!! Maybe my BP or Blood Sugar dropped..just dont feel right..I need to lay down but I am the only one to take B to school..Hope I straighten out soon.

Try to catch you all a little later today..

HUGS!

[kabbs10476]

Morning Everyone

I have lost 1lbs on the FF so far, i am glad the scales moved below what they have been, its a nice feeling, worth just eatting the little amount that you eat on the fat fast if you lose the weight. After this i am hoping the scales with carry on moving down. But it just shows the more fat you have the more you lose.


How is everyone doing with the challange?????

Karen