You're not going to be judged here -- we're all dealing with weight issues and the emotional baggage behind them. So, know that you aren't alone! I love the Atkin's lifestyle -- it's had it's hard times in the beginning, but just like with anything else, over time it has become second nature for me. And it will you, too. You just have to find what works for you. My suggestion is to buy the book and read it cover to cover before you start. It can be a boring read, but it's info you will need. It would help to get some of those page marker things and mark the most important pages to make them a quick reference. And know that the first few days will be HARD. The first two weeks will be HARD. But after that, it will get better. And if you find you can't do Induction, don't give up! You have a second option of slowly reducing your carbs back until you find the amount where you lose. Some people only need to go under 100! For me, it's under 40, but I have an insulin issue. Anyways, last bit of advice, TRACK TRACK TRACK! Get a notebook and a pencil and start really learning what is in your food and writing it down. I know you can use the online things, but it really benefits you to write it down the old fashioned way because you really LEARN and REMEMBER what is in things. And over time, it will become second nature to eat what you should because your brain KNOWS.
That's all I can think of for now. And I hope it was helpfull! But you can do this -- and once you start believing that and living that, things will get easier and all the other stuff will just fall into place. And use this forum, use the blogs, and know that you aren't alone in this. We're all fighting our own demons! Good luck!
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