[annieheiss]

Hey Guys,
So after a weight loss of 40 lbs, I was pretty proud of myself - but not proud that I never reached my goal weight. I am 5'8" and I started at 205. I am currently 165 and have been for the last year or so. I can't seem to kick it. My goal is 140. So, after extensive reading, I have decided to do the Atkin's diet. It will be a little different for me since I am a vegetarian, but I think I can stick to it. Any suggestions for my shopping trip tonight? Tomorrow is day 1 of induction!

[Shen]

We're pretty similar! I'm 21, in college, 5'7, and about 175-170.

When I started atkins I loaded up on eggs and salad. (Grocery store near me sells salad bags and a dozen eggs for 99c each, so it wasn't too pricey)

Deviled eggs were good to fill me up, and I usually ate salad with ranch dressing. Personally, taking a multivitamin really helped me feel good throughout the day so I recommend some of those.

I'm not sure if it's allowed on induction, but I like scrambled eggs with low sugar ketchup on them. If you fry the eggs really crispy it almost tastes like fries <3

Chicken breast with parmesan cheese is good too, and if you add a little bit of garlic, oregano, and some broccoli, it tastes like chicken alfredo without the noodles.

[JerseyGyrl]

to Atkins!
Have you read the book? Even though you will need to make modifications since you are vegetarian....reading the book is essential for doing this plan correctly.

[annieheiss]

Alright. So today is day 1. Being vegetarian, how should I be getting all the food I need? I had cheese eggs for breakfast and have a cucumber pepper salad packed for lunch with a slice of cheese. For dinner tonight I am planning to have some snow peas with soy tempeh and soy sauce. I can just tell I am going to struggle with being hungry in between meals and am wondering what to eat for snacks since I am already fulfilling my 2-3 cups veggies and cheese intake. Help?

[hotbluesheep]

How difficult is it to be a vegetarian on the Atkins diet? My understanding was that a lot of the protein alternatives such as nuts and seeds aren't an option until after the induction phase.