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New poster - Question re Atkins induction
Hello there
I've been recommended that I post my question here having asked it on alt.support.thyroid. I am just about to embark on the fourth day of the induction phase of the Atkins diet. I am disappointed to see no reduction in weight at all so far. How soon can I expect to see a loss in weight. this is what I've eaten day 1 - roasted chicken quarter and two cups of green leaves. NY strip steak and one cup of green beans. day 2 - cheese omlette roasted chicken quarter and two cups of green leaves. pork chop and one cup of broccolli. day 3 - three slices of baby swiss cheese. tuna in sunflower oil (drained) and two cups of green leaves. Grilled trout and green beans. I have drunk the correct amount of water I have had a couple of cups of tea and coffee per day with milk Should I be losing weight? I'd really appreciate your comments. Thanks Marika |
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New poster - Question re Atkins induction
"Leonards" wrote in message news:Ne9Qb.23579
I am just about to embark on the fourth day of the induction phase of the Atkins diet. I am disappointed to see no reduction in weight at all so far. How soon can I expect to see a loss in weight. You mentioned a couple of cups of tea and coffee... what kind of tea? Have you switched to decaf coffee? Milk is not on the induction list of allowed foods. You left off how much your starting weight is. It seems that people with more to lose, start losing bigger chunks during induction. However - it's only been 4 days! Induction lasts two weeks. Some people might not see a loss in weight until the end of the second week, when they see a nice surprise. Don't worry about it yet. If you want some reassurance, you might want to try the ketostix because that may tell you if you're in ketosis. Although... hubby and I just tried them for the first time today. I've lost 11 lbs, he has lost 2. My stick turned the lightest shade of pink (some ketones detected) on the box, and his turned a darker purple (more ketones). We were both a little puzzled. Hopefully seeing the results of his stick will give him some reassurance to stick with this, though. -- Spring LC since 1/1/04 250/239/170 |
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New poster - Question re Atkins induction
Thank you for your reply.
I am 5ft 4ins tall and weigh 182 (13 stone). This is massively overweight. That's why I thought I'd see results quickly. I suffer with hypothyroidism, but that's now under control. I suppose I'll just have to be patient. Thanks again Marika "Sprgtime" wrote in message ... "Leonards" wrote in message news:Ne9Qb.23579 I am just about to embark on the fourth day of the induction phase of the Atkins diet. I am disappointed to see no reduction in weight at all so far. How soon can I expect to see a loss in weight. You mentioned a couple of cups of tea and coffee... what kind of tea? Have you switched to decaf coffee? Milk is not on the induction list of allowed foods. You left off how much your starting weight is. It seems that people with more to lose, start losing bigger chunks during induction. However - it's only been 4 days! Induction lasts two weeks. Some people might not see a loss in weight until the end of the second week, when they see a nice surprise. Don't worry about it yet. If you want some reassurance, you might want to try the ketostix because that may tell you if you're in ketosis. Although... hubby and I just tried them for the first time today. I've lost 11 lbs, he has lost 2. My stick turned the lightest shade of pink (some ketones detected) on the box, and his turned a darker purple (more ketones). We were both a little puzzled. Hopefully seeing the results of his stick will give him some reassurance to stick with this, though. -- Spring LC since 1/1/04 250/239/170 |
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New poster - Question re Atkins induction
"Leonards" wrote in message
link.net... Thank you for your reply. I am 5ft 4ins tall and weigh 182 (13 stone). This is massively overweight. That's why I thought I'd see results quickly. I suffer with hypothyroidism, but that's now under control. I suppose I'll just have to be patient. If what you mean by your hypothyroidism being "under control" is that you're on some kind of drug to treat it... drugs can often slow down or even stall weight loss. (I'm not saying to stop taking your drugs) Just be aware that you may need more patience to be successful than other people. Good Luck! -- Spring LC since 1/1/04 250/239/170 |
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