I have been atkins for about 50 days, but after reading about South Beach I feel it is a safer, healthier, and better way to go. I have ordered the book, yet to receive it. My question is since I have been on Atkins do I still do the phase one? The last couple of days I have been cheating a bit on Atkins, thinking I will get back on track when the books comes in. Should I get back on track now till the book gets here? Or just be carefull and start with the phase one when I get the book. I do know one thing I have felt really bad every time I cheat. It is like the old way of eating does not agree with my stomach any more.
Welcome, Lady Grey! Phase 1 might give you a chance to really learn about SBD, but the book can tell you everything you need to know. I hope you body likes this WOL better than Atkins!
I did the same thing -- I was on Atkins Induction for a while when I decided to switch to SBD. I just stuck with Atkins until I got the book, then I transitioned into Phase I. I was thinking I would still lose around 8lbs, LOL, but that was not so. I don't think Phase I really did me a ton of good, I may as well have jumped right into Phase II, but I DID start losing weight again. I think that may have more to do with the fact that I increased my exercise, but hey. Best of luck to you!
New and doing the switch
