This will be my second shot at Atkins, my first was in the fall of 2010. My first day went well!
My back story:
My weight had varied through my teen years. I got married in '07 and weighed 135 pounds. 5 years later here I am at 180 pounds. I have recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, TMJD, and PCOS. Before this diagnosis I just wanted to go on Atkins to lose some weight. Unfortunately I had to stop due to kidney stones in my first two weeks- the on call doctor told me that Atkins was too severe for someone who had 50lbs or less to lose. She was not helpful in the least, and seemingly ignorant on what ketosis actually is. I realized after doing research and talking to other Atkins' people that I was eating too many meats with nitrates, very little veggies, and definitely not drinking enough water.
Now I have done extensive research on the internet and have seen that a lot of people have had their Fibro symptoms go into remission and had their periods regulate by going on Atkins, or other low carb diets. It makes a person wonder if all these aren't related some how?? Tired of getting a new prescription every time I see the doctor or her ordering a new fertility test (which is mighty expensive in case you didn't know) that provides no answers.
Has anyone else had any significant changes with these issues, along with some weight loss while doing low carb? I am so frustrated that age 25 I am considered "obese" and cannot wear the "skinny" clothes I have stored in our attic. I want to lose 50 lbs by this coming fall, and see improvements in other areas of my life.
I realize this is a lengthy post, but I feel alone and really would like to hear from anyone else who has dealt with this stuff. I need some inspiration and support!
Thanks and best wishes to all of us out there!