Atkins and Low Carb Weight Loss
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Topic: RE: Dukan Diet?
I looked at it awhile back and I like it but have never tried it. However, I think I would like it. Fats are not my thing as I don't like the taste of many fats but it contradicts some of my "diet" research. A certain amount of fat is required to burn off fat in the abscence of carbs. This is why fat is not heavily restricted on Atkins. How much fat is enough I don't know.
In my own experiment on ketogenic diets, raising my fats to 50% of calories made a real difference in my weight loss. My body is stubborn and does not like to give up the fat but this worked. Sadly I could not keep it going because of the taste. (I'm probably the only obese person who actually likes lower fat eating.) That's why I have not tried Dukan.
Like Hala I monitor my fats and use flax meal. Plus I take a fiber supplement unless I'm eating foods like konjac yam noodles. I like to get three times the dosage for benefiber daily. I'd never get sufficient fiber from food een if I were dot eating low carb.
In my own experiment on ketogenic diets, raising my fats to 50% of calories made a real difference in my weight loss. My body is stubborn and does not like to give up the fat but this worked. Sadly I could not keep it going because of the taste. (I'm probably the only obese person who actually likes lower fat eating.) That's why I have not tried Dukan.
Like Hala I monitor my fats and use flax meal. Plus I take a fiber supplement unless I'm eating foods like konjac yam noodles. I like to get three times the dosage for benefiber daily. I'd never get sufficient fiber from food een if I were dot eating low carb.
MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
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V'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
Topic: RE: What's the longest you've remained in Induction?
If induction is working for you and it is fine for you medically I say keeep at it. Weight loss is for health and thats what its all about.
In my not so humble opinion this absolutely should be your focus.
This is your honeymoon perriod so enjoy that sweet spot. Loose as much as you can early out because it will get harder as you hae less to loose and your appetite increases. My doc seriously restricted carbs for the first six months although I was not required to count them. (You did not ask but exercise was a must. My doc has a routine that begins in hospital, )
I've been on extended induction for months at a time on and off over many years. Weight loss is extremely difficult for me as is avoiding weight gain. Induction does you no harm as long as you
1.) get plenty of fluids, (64 oz water minimum, 100 oz better), and
2.) keep protein within reason as opposed to all you can eat.
This won't be a problem for you as a newbie because your capacily is limited.
I aim to keep total protein within 200% of my base requirement (weight in lbs divided by 2.2 equal grams of protein needed) but many low carbers eat much more. High protein allows for weight loss while retaining muscle, but you need not go overboard.
Ok, so I answered your question in the first sentence then rambled on. Anyone who's ever read my posts knows being concise is not my strength and I cant spell for ****
Best wishes to you. Many say don't worry about the scale but I can't because my scale ownes me outright. I hope that 100 melts away quickly and easily and stays gone forever. I'm a difficult and slow loser, but I love it when others have good results.
In my not so humble opinion this absolutely should be your focus.
This is your honeymoon perriod so enjoy that sweet spot. Loose as much as you can early out because it will get harder as you hae less to loose and your appetite increases. My doc seriously restricted carbs for the first six months although I was not required to count them. (You did not ask but exercise was a must. My doc has a routine that begins in hospital, )
I've been on extended induction for months at a time on and off over many years. Weight loss is extremely difficult for me as is avoiding weight gain. Induction does you no harm as long as you
1.) get plenty of fluids, (64 oz water minimum, 100 oz better), and
2.) keep protein within reason as opposed to all you can eat.
This won't be a problem for you as a newbie because your capacily is limited.
I aim to keep total protein within 200% of my base requirement (weight in lbs divided by 2.2 equal grams of protein needed) but many low carbers eat much more. High protein allows for weight loss while retaining muscle, but you need not go overboard.
Ok, so I answered your question in the first sentence then rambled on. Anyone who's ever read my posts knows being concise is not my strength and I cant spell for ****
Best wishes to you. Many say don't worry about the scale but I can't because my scale ownes me outright. I hope that 100 melts away quickly and easily and stays gone forever. I'm a difficult and slow loser, but I love it when others have good results.
MSW Roux-En-Y Gastric Bypass: Eat sensibly & enjoy moderation
Links: Are you a compulsive eater? for help OA meets on-line Keep Coming Back, One Day At a Time Overeaters Anonymous
LV'N MY RNY. WORKING FOR ME BECAUSE I WORK FOR IT.
Topic: RE: Supplements?
Ok, so basically, since I'm already taking alot of supplements, I may not need more.
Though, I did actually go out and re-buy the DANDR and there were quite a few that I'm not currently taking (such as: CoQ10, L-Carnitine, Chromium, etc.) so I was wondering if anyone taking those realized a positive impacted to their weight loss.
Though, I did actually go out and re-buy the DANDR and there were quite a few that I'm not currently taking (such as: CoQ10, L-Carnitine, Chromium, etc.) so I was wondering if anyone taking those realized a positive impacted to their weight loss.
HW: 358 | SW: 314 | CW: 299 | GW: 195
5/31 - First time under 300 in 14 yrs~!!
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. ~ Abraham Lincoln
5/31 - First time under 300 in 14 yrs~!!
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. ~ Abraham Lincoln
Topic: What's the longest you've remained in Induction?
Hi - I'm 5 weeks post-op (Lap-Band) and have been at Induction level carbs (20g net/day) or less for 3 weeks now.
Yes, I heard that I should be focusing on healing and not weight loss right now, but that's just not an approach I can emotionally support right now (since I tend to react negatively when the scale doesn't move).
Anyhone have any feedback on staying at Induction level for 6 months or more?
I have over 100 pounds left to lose.
Thx for the feedback~!
Hi - I'm 5 weeks post-op (Lap-Band) and have been at Induction level carbs (20g net/day) or less for 3 weeks now.
Yes, I heard that I should be focusing on healing and not weight loss right now, but that's just not an approach I can emotionally support right now (since I tend to react negatively when the scale doesn't move).
Anyhone have any feedback on staying at Induction level for 6 months or more?
I have over 100 pounds left to lose.
Thx for the feedback~!
HW: 358 | SW: 314 | CW: 299 | GW: 195
5/31 - First time under 300 in 14 yrs~!!
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. ~ Abraham Lincoln
5/31 - First time under 300 in 14 yrs~!!
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be. ~ Abraham Lincoln
Topic: RE: Dukan Diet?
Interesting. I like the idea of a low fat diet. And the fiber - we need fiber.
I think my diet right now is a modified Atkins diet.
It is lower in fat that a typical Atkins - since too much fat makes me sick.
And I do try to get a lot of fiber - but I like the flax meal - for the fiber and the good fats
and I try to stay away from starches. My carbs of choice are veggies and fruits. Low carb veggies.. (non starchy). and low glycemic index fruits.
Need to check the Dukan diet... like the principles...
I think my diet right now is a modified Atkins diet.
It is lower in fat that a typical Atkins - since too much fat makes me sick.
And I do try to get a lot of fiber - but I like the flax meal - for the fiber and the good fats
and I try to stay away from starches. My carbs of choice are veggies and fruits. Low carb veggies.. (non starchy). and low glycemic index fruits.
Need to check the Dukan diet... like the principles...
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Topic: Carb accountability round up... -Wednesday eddition
Hey everyone...
I started the day not too good. Got up hungry, got a piece of meatloaf and the darned peaches...
Next thing I knew I was in a carb comma, and when i woke up - I got RH - low BS.. that will teach me... Of course had to eat a higher carb protein bar (that and the peaches already blew my carbs for today). so the plan is:
meatloaf, 3 small peaches (no skin)
protein bar (20 gr carbs)
coffee+ almond milk
protein shake
salmon, pickles
more salmon (salmon cakes, low carb)
more meatloaf... (love it - low carb, very moist)
I started the day not too good. Got up hungry, got a piece of meatloaf and the darned peaches...
Next thing I knew I was in a carb comma, and when i woke up - I got RH - low BS.. that will teach me... Of course had to eat a higher carb protein bar (that and the peaches already blew my carbs for today). so the plan is:
meatloaf, 3 small peaches (no skin)
protein bar (20 gr carbs)
coffee+ almond milk
protein shake
salmon, pickles
more salmon (salmon cakes, low carb)
more meatloaf... (love it - low carb, very moist)
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Topic: RE: New here
Welcome to the group.
One way to add some extra carbs is by some low glycemic fruits, Add that very slowly. Or add more vegetables.
Make sure you get enough fiber. Atkins may cause severe constipation if not controlled.
I use flax meal fiber, and chia seeds. I also make sure I supplement extra magnesium )( I use mag oxide, and take 800-1200 mg mag daily).
Please check the recipe tread at the top of the page. great and some are really easy...
One way to add some extra carbs is by some low glycemic fruits, Add that very slowly. Or add more vegetables.
Make sure you get enough fiber. Atkins may cause severe constipation if not controlled.
I use flax meal fiber, and chia seeds. I also make sure I supplement extra magnesium )( I use mag oxide, and take 800-1200 mg mag daily).
Please check the recipe tread at the top of the page. great and some are really easy...
Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Topic: Dukan Diet?
I wonder if anyone has any experience of this diet. It appears to be a varient of Atkins, but low fat. I won't be able to read replies until Monday, but any thoughts welcomed!
Topic: RE: Carb accountability round up... -Tuesday eddition
Wednesday...
3 boiled eggs
2 Atkins bars
6 ozs beefburger
Chicken
Coffee and tea.
Off to see my sister-in-law in Manchester for the weekend....
3 boiled eggs
2 Atkins bars
6 ozs beefburger
Chicken
Coffee and tea.
Off to see my sister-in-law in Manchester for the weekend....
Topic: New here
Hi, I just found this group today. I'm also starting my 2ND week of the induction stage. So far I have lost 9 pounds. My question is what happens in the following weeks? I know you add a little more carbs each week or so. I want to go to the next stage since I want to lose 13 more pounds or so.
The biggest food I'm craving is popcorn!!!
Julie
The biggest food I'm craving is popcorn!!!
Julie
HW 304, SW 291, GW 160, CW 140 H-5'9.5"
