Just over a month ago I decided to start the Atkins program. Well…. it’s not working out. I started having some health issues. Kidney issues to be specific…
So. Here I am, ready to move on.
What now? Exercise will continue to be my main focus. I know it’s key to having a healthy heart. Strength training, cardio, and walking is in my rotation plan. As far as diet, I’m going to continue to cut way back on the processed wheat flour, sugar, white rice, and white potatoes. But I’ll be eating healthy portions of fruits, vegies, low fat dairy, fish, poultry, and lean cuts of meat. I need 1200 – 1500 calories daily to lose 1-2 pounds a week. I hate counting calories! I absolutely hate it. But I’m going to make this work for me.
I actually changed my eating habits a few days ago and I feel so much better. Kidneys seem to be functioning normally… time will tell. But I know for sure, I have to lose weight for my health.
9 responses so far ↓
AndrewE // August 26, 2008 at 1:08 am |
I used to be on Atkins but it wasn’t for me long term. I try to eat lower carb nowadays but not Atkins levels.
Felicia // August 26, 2008 at 7:34 am |
I liked Atkins (lost and gained 90 lbs several times on it lol) but its not a long term solution. I still eat low carb when I can and always feel much better. Glad you figured out it wasnt working for you and are moving on to something that I am sure will!!
Best wishes to you! YOU CAN DO IT!!
Have a WONDERFUL day!
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momohrt // August 27, 2008 at 2:48 pm |
I came across your blog a few days after I created my own. http://momohrt.wordpress.com
I’m struggling right now myself, but am not giving up. Hang in there.
John's Weight Loss Blog // August 28, 2008 at 6:34 am |
Keep on plugging on!
MizFit // August 30, 2008 at 3:57 am |
atkins is such an odd one.
PERFECT for some people and, as much as the Atkins peeps beg to differ, harmful to others.
Miz.
Marge // September 15, 2008 at 5:47 am |
I have tried so many diet programs without success and nearly gave up, and then I bought and tried Fat Loss for Idiots. It is a no-nonsense approach that really worked for me!
Cynthia // October 8, 2008 at 7:58 pm |
Never tried Atkins myself, it seemed a little too extreme. But then again, I have done 2-3 week periods that have been nearly as strict as Atkin’s induction… perhaps in some cases worse, because fats were limited. I had no health issues though and generally felt OK, except for some headaches while my body switched over.
Everyone has a different body, you have to find what works for you. There is NOTHING wrong with just plain old moderation!
Hayden Keys // October 17, 2008 at 5:46 pm |
Just cutting out starchy carbohydrates might be the best solution. Keep eating fresh fruit and veggies and have some protein at every meal. You don’t need large amounts of protein, just some regularly.
Shalisha // October 28, 2008 at 3:39 pm |
Thank you for sharing your experience with Atkins. Although Atkins had the right concept, I think he totally blew it when he took out the complex carbs in the first 2 weeks of the diet.
You are doing well with this new plan of complex carbs (fruit and veg.) lean proteins, and staying away from the refined carbs (sugar, white flour) and exercise. I do a similar plan as you described and have lost 90 pounds and have maintained it over the last 10 years. It is much healthier than Atkins.
Portion control, planning your meals, grocery shopping and looking at this as a lifestyle change instead of a diet is what has kept me living this way for the last 10 years and I love it. You are doing fantastic. Please keep us posted of your progress.