Atkins question

[kdibattista]

Did anyone actually give up caffeine? I have cut back significantly but have not given it up totally. I cut back from 5- 6 cups a day to 1 or 2. Just curious if that has "stalled" anyone. I haven't weighed myself yet (going on week 3). I get weighed next week and I am wondering if I should cut it out altogether.

Thanks!!

 

[John In Illinois]

I will have to admit that I did not even cut back on it whatsoever, and it did not stall me out.

 

[nativetxn]

It is my understanding that Atkins wants you to give up caffeine because it "can" cause blood sugar spikes and/or cravings <b>not</b> because it can stall your loss.

I did not give up my caffeine and neither did my husband. I have had no cravings at all and neither has he.

 

[wovenwonder]

I still have some caffeine early in the day. But I notice that I am now VERY sensitive to the effects of caffeine -- and have alot of trouble sleeping if I have any in the afternoon or evening.

Have to add that Diet Rite Cola ROCKS! No caffeine and no aspartamene either. It is sweetened with splenda.

 

[Lynn CC]

I didn't give it up, I don't think I can. I love my cup of tea and coffee every day. I do try to drink decaf too.
My pants are getting bigger and the stick says I'm in ketosis, so I don't think it matters too much.

 

[rbuzzotta]

I gave up caffeine totally. I went through severe withdrawals. Now even a little caffeine in a Diet Coke makes me jittery.

 

[elisebutt]

I dont' drink sodas at all, but I do love my coffee, so I've switched to decaff for a few weeks just while I go thro Induction.

I really miss my lattes tho - can you make a decent one with watered down cream or soy milk??