Just like magic!!

Babette Robinson · 07-06-2012, 12:14 PM

I heard back from the Rhuematologist today and my inflammation markers are down by 50%!! I also found out that my kidney function is normal as well as my protein levels!! I love hearing good news from the doctors!!

SoHappy · 07-06-2012, 12:15 PM

Woo Hoo!!!!!

cfine · 07-06-2012, 12:33 PM

Isn't it nice to see all of your hard work pay off? Way to go!!

svenskamae · 07-06-2012, 01:39 PM

That's wonderful. I hope you are feeling lots better, too.

HappyHappyJoyJoy · 07-06-2012, 01:51 PM

WOO HOO!! You are doing so great!! I bet you are feeling better also! Nothing beats feeling better!!

CONGRATULATIONS!!

pooticus · 07-06-2012, 01:54 PM

Yay! That's awesome news!!! And such a validation for the life you are living!!

Magicsmom · 07-06-2012, 02:31 PM

Insulin causes inflammation, so it would make sense that you would have a change after going on low carb. Congratulations!

cookie smuggla · 07-06-2012, 03:17 PM

Great news, so happy for you!

shelby'snana · 07-06-2012, 04:07 PM

Great Job ! Keep it up

sya_unit · 07-06-2012, 04:42 PM

awesome job!! KUTGW!!!

Babette Robinson · 07-06-2012, 08:47 PM

Thanks guys!! Everyday I'm just so thankful that I decided to give this a try - I'm only seeing more and more positive results from this woe!!

Mobear · 07-07-2012, 05:07 AM

Congratulations!! KUTGW.

clackley · 07-07-2012, 06:08 AM

Wow that is brilliant!! KUTGW!!

Babette Robinson · 07-07-2012, 10:29 AM

Thanks so much!

I've been pretty lucky with most all of my doctors - they have all supported my choice (even if not 100% on the band wagon). The only "professional" who didn't was my nutritionist - but I told her I was going to try it anyway. I haven't beeb back to see her as I don't have any need of her services … but part of me would like to just for the "told you so" aspect - and perhaps to open her eyes!

My Endo was supportive but hesitant - she only has two patients (now 3!!) who have actually stuck to low-carb long enough to make progress. Her reservations about low-carb stemmed from the thought that low-carb was not "sustainable" for most people - not that she thought it was dangerous (although she did make some noise about not enough long term studies). However, she has kept herself in the loop and has read many of the same books that I have. She's even been to a conference where Dr. Bernstein was speaking.

The bottom line for me is quite simple - before getting on Atkins I was petrified of my health issues and potential health problems that would follow. I literally had nightmares of having body parts chopped off and being in a wheelchair for the rest of my life! Now? Now I have hope and a feeling that the future will not be as bleak. Now I have hope that I'll be able to grow old with some measure of ease - that I won't be so sick that I can't take care of myself. Can I reverse all my issues? No, I don't think so … but I'll certainly be trying and hoping to reverse or minimize all I can!! And yes, the weight loss is a wonderful bonus!

leeloo · 07-07-2012, 10:31 AM

Such great news! You are doing great things for your health!

Pamela C · 07-07-2012, 10:41 AM

Congrats on your progress. It's great how many medical professionals are accepting of low carb. I'm fortunate to have a primary doctor and on/gyne that both advocate a low carb diet. It makes a huge difference when they support rather hold you back.
I read more about your journey elsewhere on low carb friends site. I wish you continued success. It's fabulous that you are really seeing positive results!

Annalissa · 07-07-2012, 09:30 PM

Awesome. Congratulations!

zombiegoat2000 · 07-08-2012, 04:51 PM

DiamondDeb · 07-08-2012, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Babette Robinson

Thanks guys!! Everyday I'm just so thankful that I decided to give this a try - I'm only seeing more and more positive results from this woe!!

Congrats! These are the kind of results that can make us want to stick with this WOE for good. There is no denying how healthy it is when we see changes like this.

RDBhan · 07-08-2012, 08:11 PM

And that's what it's all about. Great work!

susume · 07-08-2012, 08:20 PM

Yes, all is looking good for you. Nice going and keep on keeping on. You are doing wonderful.

07-06-2012, 12:14 PM	#1
Babette Robinson Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 111 Gallery: Babette Robinson Stats: 311/250/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 04-16-12	Just like magic!! I heard back from the Rhuematologist today and my inflammation markers are down by 50%!! I also found out that my kidney function is normal as well as my protein levels!! I love hearing good news from the doctors!!

07-07-2012, 10:29 AM	#14
Babette Robinson Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 111 Gallery: Babette Robinson Stats: 311/250/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 04-16-12	Thanks so much! I've been pretty lucky with most all of my doctors - they have all supported my choice (even if not 100% on the band wagon). The only "professional" who didn't was my nutritionist - but I told her I was going to try it anyway. I haven't beeb back to see her as I don't have any need of her services … but part of me would like to just for the "told you so" aspect - and perhaps to open her eyes! My Endo was supportive but hesitant - she only has two patients (now 3!!) who have actually stuck to low-carb long enough to make progress. Her reservations about low-carb stemmed from the thought that low-carb was not "sustainable" for most people - not that she thought it was dangerous (although she did make some noise about not enough long term studies). However, she has kept herself in the loop and has read many of the same books that I have. She's even been to a conference where Dr. Bernstein was speaking. The bottom line for me is quite simple - before getting on Atkins I was petrified of my health issues and potential health problems that would follow. I literally had nightmares of having body parts chopped off and being in a wheelchair for the rest of my life! Now? Now I have hope and a feeling that the future will not be as bleak. Now I have hope that I'll be able to grow old with some measure of ease - that I won't be so sick that I can't take care of myself. Can I reverse all my issues? No, I don't think so … but I'll certainly be trying and hoping to reverse or minimize all I can!! And yes, the weight loss is a wonderful bonus! __________________ Focus on the destination and the path will reveal itself. Journal -> http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/we...s-journey.html

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07-06-2012, 12:15 PM	#2
SoHappy Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 17,935 Gallery: SoHappy Stats: obese/slimmer WOE: JUDDD!!!	Woo Hoo!!!!!

07-06-2012, 12:33 PM	#3
cfine Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2,442 Gallery: cfine Stats: 276/215/199 WOE: NK Start Date: Atkins 4/12 Nutritional Ketosis 1/13	Isn't it nice to see all of your hard work pay off? Way to go!!

07-06-2012, 01:39 PM	#4
svenskamae Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2012 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 2,927 Gallery: svenskamae Stats: 235/178/135 5'3" WOE: Nutritional Ketosis/Primal/JUDDD Start Date: January 15, 2012	That's wonderful. I hope you are feeling lots better, too.

07-06-2012, 01:51 PM	#5
HappyHappyJoyJoy Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Texas! Posts: 362 Gallery: HappyHappyJoyJoy Stats: 201.8/160.6/161 WOE: Atkins Start Date: April 10,2012	WOO HOO!! You are doing so great!! I bet you are feeling better also! Nothing beats feeling better!! CONGRATULATIONS!!

07-06-2012, 01:54 PM	#6
pooticus Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: May 2004 Location: somewhere over the rainbow Posts: 21,048 Gallery: pooticus Stats: 314/220.4/150 WOE: PersonalPlan Start Date: Nov.20, 2007 (restart)	Yay! That's awesome news!!! And such a validation for the life you are living!!

07-06-2012, 02:31 PM	#7
Magicsmom Committed to Succeed Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Pacific NW Posts: 38,970 Gallery: Magicsmom WOE: Low carb/portion control Start Date: Re-re-restarted 7/16/12	Insulin causes inflammation, so it would make sense that you would have a change after going on low carb. Congratulations!

07-06-2012, 03:17 PM	#8
cookie smuggla Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 130 Gallery: cookie smuggla Stats: 220/186/130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 5/23/12	Great news, so happy for you!

07-06-2012, 04:07 PM	#9
shelby'snana Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: middle of nowhere, Tx Posts: 3,455 Gallery: shelby'snana Stats: 173.5/140.4/122-127 5'2" WOE: Low Carb Start Date: 7/28/2011	Great Job ! Keep it up

07-06-2012, 04:42 PM	#10
sya_unit Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Valley of the Sun Posts: 754 Gallery: sya_unit Stats: 254/184/140 WOE: Atkinsish Start Date: Jan 3, 2012	awesome job!! KUTGW!!!

07-06-2012, 08:47 PM	#11
Babette Robinson Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 111 Gallery: Babette Robinson Stats: 311/250/180 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 04-16-12	Thanks guys!! Everyday I'm just so thankful that I decided to give this a try - I'm only seeing more and more positive results from this woe!!

07-07-2012, 05:07 AM	#12
Mobear Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: OH Posts: 1,070 Gallery: Mobear Stats: 235/192/LESS WOE: Bernstein Start Date: 9/2010	Congratulations!! KUTGW.

07-07-2012, 06:08 AM	#13
clackley Chatty Cathy Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Toronto Posts: 12,991 Gallery: clackley Stats: 228.5/169/125 WOE: N.K.=vlc/hf/moderate protein & organic/pastured Start Date: Restart Oct 18 2009	Wow that is brilliant!! KUTGW!!

07-07-2012, 10:31 AM	#15
leeloo Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Fhloston Paradise Posts: 898 Gallery: leeloo Stats: 210/210/140 WOE: Atkins/whole foods/KISS Start Date: 1/06/2013 (this time)	Such great news! You are doing great things for your health!

07-07-2012, 10:41 AM	#16
Pamela C Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Western PA Posts: 153 Gallery: Pamela C Stats: 5'10", 285/239/170(1st rd)256/239/227170(restart) WOE: 1972 Atkins Start Date: restart june 2011	Congrats on your progress. It's great how many medical professionals are accepting of low carb. I'm fortunate to have a primary doctor and on/gyne that both advocate a low carb diet. It makes a huge difference when they support rather hold you back. I read more about your journey elsewhere on low carb friends site. I wish you continued success. It's fabulous that you are really seeing positive results!

07-07-2012, 09:30 PM	#17
Annalissa Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 642 Gallery: Annalissa WOE: calorie counting, low glycemic, IF	Awesome. Congratulations!

07-08-2012, 04:51 PM	#18
zombiegoat2000 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 734 Gallery: zombiegoat2000 Stats: Start 296.0#/269.8#/150# 5'8" Female WOE: Low Carb Start Date: January2012

07-08-2012, 08:11 PM	#20
RDBhan Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Syosset, NY Posts: 1,537 Gallery: RDBhan Stats: (198) 190/155 5'10" WOE: Protein Power; Maintenance since 8/11 Start Date: June 2002, refocus 1/2011	And that's what it's all about. Great work!

07-08-2012, 08:20 PM	#21
susume Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: small town in Northern MN Posts: 2,314 Gallery: susume Stats: 140/125/120 68yr.old 4'9" WOE: Atkins Start Date: Well I just keep starting over.	Yes, all is looking good for you. Nice going and keep on keeping on. You are doing wonderful.