? for Atkins Followers - Induction

[arizonacolbys]

Hello all,

I've been off track recently & decided that I must begin Atkins again & get back on track. I have started induction this morning & already am not feeling so hot. I know it is normal to feel blah for the first few days - but, does anyone else out there ever feel shaky or lightheaded? I believe it has something to do with a change in my blood sugar. Was hoping someone else might experience the same thing & have a recommendation to curb this problem? I just ate half an apple to try & help this feeling - but, I know apples aren't on the plan for the next couple of weeks. Is there something else I should be doing/eating? Help!

 

[nativetxn]

My sil had the light headedness and shakiness because she has normally low blood sugar and induction made it even lower. She found that eating an ounce of cheese or a piece of bacon took care of the problem for her.

I hope you are feeling better, soon.

 

[wovenwonder]

I've had the same problem in the past. Try to eat a protein and/or fat source about every hour. Just something small, like Kath said. A couple walnuts or almonds would be better than apple slices. You can even just have some SF peanut butter right off the spoon --- just a little something every hour to keep your sugar levels even.

 

[arizonacolbys]

Thank you both for the great ideas - I forgot about peanut butter for some reason. I know it used to help on those bad days.

I actually had some cheese earlier this morning, too. Thanks for the great ideas - I know if I can just make it through the next couple of days, I'll be smooth sailing. Of course the next couple of days are always the hardest. Thanks again!