Going off of Atkins!!

[FreshTressa]

I have actually gained 3 lbs over the past week on Atkins. I think I was eating too little and slowed my metabolism down. I am also experiencing a lot of hair loss.

I know atkins isn't to blame, but my way of doing it.

Sooo, I am going to go back to counting calories (1200-1500) for a while just to see where I am at and if I can maintian my current weight for a while before trying atkins again.

I am not completely dropping off of the low-carb plan. I still plan on eating NO added sugar and sticking to protein as my main food source, but I will be having milk and fruit. I am hoping to figure out an eating plan that will work for life, that has more balance than the induction I have been doing.

Wish me luck that this gets me off of my plateau!!

[MelanieC]

Good luck,
Sometimes you have to tweak things to get them right. Keep at it and you will find what works for YOU!

[deelam]

Good Luck!
I think it's a good idea if your loosing hair to take a break and do some calorie counting for a while. I like the idea of sticking to no sugar, and also try to limit white bread. I had some hair loss the first time I did Atkins, and it went away when I started to eat regular food like milk and fruit.

Dee

[DoomBuggieDriver]

I agree with the tweaking. I tried Atkins and did well, then gained the weight back. And I really didn't feel well even after I finished the induction.

This time I am counting calories, and trying to make better food choices. I do eat pasta and whole grain bread, but try to limit it rather than eliminate it. I also love soy milk for breakfast shakes. I find watching the calories forces me to choose foods that I can fill up on and I find I eat more often, which keeps the overeating to a minimum. I've lost almost 18 lbs since Feb. 9th., so the calorie counting and exercise is working for me.

Good luck with customizing your plan!
Kathy

[stacy6552]

How long have you been on Atkins. Shouldn't you be eating fruit and milk by now anyway? I think your new plan is an excellent one. Eat smart.