Something that is finally working! - Obesity Message Board

suemy4 · 12-11-2003, 10:58 AM

I started Atkins induction seven days ago and have been on it without cheating(and I am a big carb lover) My hunger has tremendously decreased, I have more energy and have lost 5 lbs. I have tried just watching my carb intake or counting calories and I always failed to feel good or lose weight because I was still hungry. My husband has lost 10 lbs in a week on Atkins. I am finally realizing that you have to take control over what you put in your mouth and no pill is gonna magically make it come off. I will post again in a few weeks with an update. Oh and I am almost positive I am a person with high cortisol levels.

peaches123 · 12-12-2003, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by suemy4

I started Atkins induction seven days ago and have been on it without cheating(and I am a big carb lover) My hunger has tremendously decreased, I have more energy and have lost 5 lbs. I have tried just watching my carb intake or counting calories and I always failed to feel good or lose weight because I was still hungry. My husband has lost 10 lbs in a week on Atkins. I am finally realizing that you have to take control over what you put in your mouth and no pill is gonna magically make it come off. I will post again in a few weeks with an update. Oh and I am almost positive I am a person with high cortisol levels.

You couldn't be more right!! we have to take control... its funny how a little cookie can control us for so long isnt it?? Now we stand up and sho it WHO is boss!!
I also am a sugar addict.. Carbs were/are my best friend..(Patti thought she was) I am trying to elimante anything white from m y diet.. any processed flour products.. its whole grain or nuthin!! Go girl!!

magicmom · 12-12-2003, 11:03 AM

Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle change. I have been on Atkins for 3 months and lost 37 pounds. It sure is an easy way of eating and losing weight for me. I never feel hungry and the weight just keeps melting off.

Good luck to you and keep us updated on your progress...

ykceb · 12-12-2003, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by magicmom

Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle change. I have been on Atkins for 3 months and lost 37 pounds. It sure is a easy way of eating and losing weight for me. I never feel hungry and the weight just keeps melting off.

Good luck to you and keep us updated on your progress...

JUST EXACTLY HOW DID YOU DO THIS DIET? I HAVE DONE IT IN THE PAST, AND LOST THE FIRST WEEK, AND THEN DIDN'T LOSE ANY MORE. DO YOU EAT BETWEEN MEALS? DO YOU TAKE HIS VITAMINS? DO YOU DRINK ALOT OF WATER....PLEASSE.......HELP.....I AM DESPERATE TO LOSE WEIGHT...I CAN USE ALL THE ADVICE I CAN GET.....THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS.......

magicmom · 12-13-2003, 12:15 AM

Have you read the book? If not, everything you need to know is there. Reading the book is the first step.

During the induction phase, I lost 14 pounds. I drink a tremendous amount of water and eat very low carb meals. The grocery store sells low carb bread, which helps alot. It gives you something to have with your eggs. I eat lots of protein, some fat, and very low carb meals. I usually don't go over 30-40 grams per day. ( If even that some days) I take multi-vitamins from Costco, with extra Ginseng, Chromium, and Calcium. I also take 1000 mg of L-Carnitine, which I think really helps the weight come off faster.

I love this diet, it is a wonderful lifestyle change for the better. I don't get hungry and the weight comes off. What else could I ask for?

Hope this helps... Good luck...