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| starting 4th wk. on Atkins (still on induction) | susieq109 | |
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At the end of my third wk. on Atkins, I weighed in the evening (at the same time as last week) and, although I had stuck to the diet, I had gained two or three pounds. Could this be water weight attributed to hormonal fluctuations/water retention??? It was very discouraging to see, because I had stuck to this diet very well. Did not eat anything I wasn't supposed to. Can anyone relate a similar experience??? My period is not due for another week yet. thanks!!!! Susieq109 
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Registered User Posts: 2 4/11/03 10:40 pm Reply |
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| Re: starting 4th wk. on Atkins (still on induction) | eyetoeyemi | |
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On a personal note. I have gained 5 lbs one week before my period for the last 40 years. So I know where you are coming from. I know this is true and still get discouraged. That is usually when I go off a diet. I started Atkins 2 months ago and was real happy with it. I lost a lot. All of a sudden I went back to my old ways because I had gaind my 5 lbs. I can't seem to get it thru my head that this too shall pass.
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Registered User Posts: 1 5/31/03 5:31 pm Reply |
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| Re: starting 4th wk. on Atkins (still on induction) |
 feistymama
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Yes, I've had it happen as well. Thankfully about a week after it happens I usually lose it and a couple pounds extra. Hope this happens to you!
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Registered User Posts: 1 6/6/03 9:55 pm Reply ezSupporter |
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| don't get discouraged | sandrat2 | |
Don't use the scales for short term results. Most women experience water retention each month. Pay attention to how your clothes fit instead. I have lost only 8 lbs, but I have already dropped 1 dress size. I am exercising too. Don't quit either, your body remembers everytime you diet, and it works harder to hold onto what you have each time you try again. We are a product of thousands of years of survival and our bodies are very efficient machines.
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Registered User Posts: 1 8/23/03 6:22 pm Reply |
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| time of weigh in | tburley1lowcarbforlife | |
Just a thought...Mornings are the best time to weigh yourself. Throughout the day, you're drinking, eating, and processing food so your weight can fluctuate. Pick up a full pot of coffee and see how heavy it is.  I know I drink a whole pot throughout the day...and that's just coffee. I weigh myself first thing in the morning naked. Consistently. That will give you the best baseline. Best of luck. I'm a scale junkie, against better judgement. Just make sure your time's consistent.
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| looking for buddy | Jennifer | |
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Looking for a low carb buddy to give encouragement to one another.
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