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Post by Heather L on Feb 22, 2003 16:55:42 GMT -5
Thank you! I've lost 17.2 lbs so far, and it's been since January 7th  Nice to know another Atkins person here  |
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Post by Sabeine on Feb 22, 2003 16:56:09 GMT -5
A good place for some low carb receipes is www.ichef.comwww.meals.comThese are sites for receipes in general not just low carb. But they have a "search" part and you can type in low carb. It's too bad more low carb products aren't available here in Sweden. |
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Post by Heather L on Feb 22, 2003 16:58:19 GMT -5
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Post by Sabeine on Feb 22, 2003 17:28:33 GMT -5
One thing I have learned with eating this way is that there will be the naysayers. Several of my co-workers could never understand why I didn't eat bread when we had lunch. I told them my eating plan and one laughed out loud. The others were a bit skeptical. I guess Atkins isn't so known here in Sweden. Anyway, a few months ago there was an article published here in Aftonbladet about this diet being used in Norway. Norweigan doctors were now suggesting this diet for their overweight patients. The article stated some of the suggested foods, and mentioned Dr. Atkins even though the Norweigan diet is not specifically the Atkins way, although it is low carb. The day after the article came out, my laughed-out- loud coworker asked me "what was that diet you were on again?" She's not laughing now, especially since she's lost 6 kilos. My sambo who was also a skeptic started it and since the beginning of Dec he's lost nearly 20 lbs.  |
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Post by Heather L on Feb 22, 2003 17:34:31 GMT -5
That is awesome! Atkins will be known eventually here... they know about him in Germany so I've heard, so I think Scandinavia isn't far behind. As you mentioned , Norway is catching on! Had strawberries for a snack tonight, 1 cup = 7.2 g! I'm inbetween Induction and OWL. Do you have his new book? "Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution" came out at the end of last year. I got it at Adlibris.se real cheap. Take care, Heather 253-235.8-120 lbs One thing I have learned with eating this way is that there will be the naysayers. Several of my co-workers could never understand why I didn't eat bread when we had lunch. I told them my eating plan and one laughed out loud. The others were a bit skeptical. I guess Atkins isn't so known here in Sweden. Anyway, a few months ago there was an article published here in Aftonbladet about this diet being used in Norway. Norweigan doctors were now suggesting this diet for their overweight patients. The article stated some of the suggested foods, and mentioned Dr. Atkins even though the Norweigan diet is not specifically the Atkins way, although it is low carb. The day after the article came out, my laughed-out- loud coworker asked me "what was that diet you were on again?" She's not laughing now, especially since she's lost 6 kilos. My sambo who was also a skeptic started it and since the beginning of Dec he's lost nearly 20 lbs. |
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Post by Sabeine on Feb 22, 2003 17:54:13 GMT -5
No I haven't gotten the newest book. I do have the edition right before it.
I have a few other low carb books as well.
For me it's really about balancing my food. I eat way more protein than carbs, but a few carbs here and there hasn't affected my weight. When I was on induction though then I followed the plan to a T. Now I'm at the Lifetime stage. I've eaten this way for a couple years.
Induction and OWL are the hardest part in the sense of really counting the carbs. Later on you'll see that if you want to have a cookie or a small piece of cake as long as it doesn't become a daily occurance you'll be fine. It's nice to have a plan/way of eating that one can feel good about and still have some variety. Anyone who's tried extreme low calorie diets knows what lack of variety means! This plan is certainly do-able.
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Post by Heather L on Feb 23, 2003 3:35:11 GMT -5
I noticed that when I did have a sweet treat not allowed on Atkins, it never shows up on the scale. This morning I weighed in again and lost 2 lbs, so I have lost 20 lbs since Jan 7th Induction and OWL are the hardest part in the sense of really counting the carbs. Later on you'll see that if you want to have a cookie or a small piece of cake as long as it doesn't become a daily occurance you'll be fine. It's nice to have a plan/way of eating that one can feel good about and still have some variety. Anyone who's tried extreme low calorie diets knows what lack of variety means! This plan is certainly do-able. |
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Post by Carolyn on Feb 23, 2003 11:06:07 GMT -5
You keep going, girl! And your knees and lower back will really thank you as you grow older.  |
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Post by Heather L on Feb 23, 2003 11:08:30 GMT -5
Thanks ;D I really am enjoying losing weight finally after all these years! You keep going, girl! And your knees and lower back will really thank you as you grow older. |
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Post by Sabeine on Feb 23, 2003 12:29:14 GMT -5
Another added bonus that many experience is improvements in their skin.
It's kind of strange how this diet is considered "trendy" now, it's been around for a long time. Years ago when I was a kid I remember my Aunt used to skip bread, pasta, and most refined sugar. She only had an occasional cookie, and sometimes some potatoes. Her reasoning for skipping it most of the time was "it'll stick to your hips". She was right on.
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Post by Sabeine on Feb 23, 2003 12:31:25 GMT -5
And a huge congratulations Heather! Doesn't it feel wonderful?! Keep me up to date on your progress, and/or send me a private message through this forum. It's up at the top of the page, a icon one clicks on. |
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Post by Heather L on Feb 23, 2003 13:34:30 GMT -5
Oh yes, I do life the extra energy, smooth skin, great hair Plus the fat melting away! Can you email me at hlq(at)ringen.net so we can keep in touch? Thanks! Thanks again for the congrats! Heather |
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Post by Sabeine on Mar 4, 2003 13:12:13 GMT -5
Heather, How are you doing? Let me know, okay? Anna |
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Post by Heather L on Mar 4, 2003 14:38:08 GMT -5
Hi Anna, I'm doing pretty well thank you Today is my bday! I turned 26! hehe Went out to dinner with a couple friends and of course my hubby and had a great evening! The Atkins diet is going well, lost 21 lbs so far! Hugs, Heather |
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Post by Sabeine on Mar 4, 2003 14:49:10 GMT -5
Happy Birthday Heather!! You earned every year you have! Have a fantastic day. Congratulations on your ongoing weight loss. What a great feeling you must have. A huge kudo to you! |
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