Atkins Diet! Let's do this!

Alter your diet to match the recommendations provided in Dr. Atkins' diet. The first phase is when people on the low-carb diet should lose the most weight because Dr. Atkins designed the recommendations to kick-start the diet. Some people may lose as much as 15 pounds (6.8 kg) in 2 weeks.

Have 3 meals a day. You can eat 5 to 6 smaller meals, if you prefer.

Eat at least every 6 hours when you are awake. Don't skip any meals. The goal during Induction is to lose up to 15 pounds (6.8 kg) throughout the phase, depending on your goals.

Only eat enough at each meal on the low-carb diet to feel satisfied. Do not over-indulge.

 

Focus on eating protein and fat during this phase of Dr. Atkins' diet.

• Eat chicken, red meat, fish and eggs, including egg yolks, during this phase of the low-carb diet. Aim for at least 4 oz. (113 g) of protein at each meal.
• You may be able to eat fats, such as olive oil and mayonnaise, during this phase if you are losing weight. Try to consume more poly and mono-unsaturated fats than saturated and Trans fat.

 

Limit the amount of carbohydrates you eat every day to lose weight.

• Consume fewer than 20 g of carbohydrates during this phase.
• Avoid fruits and grains, such as bread and pasta, during Induction.
• Figure out your Carbohydrate Level for Losing to determine how many carbs you can eat on the low-carb diet plan and still lose weight.
• Aim for about 2 cups (500 ml) of cooked vegetables or 3 cups (750 ml) of raw leafy greens per day.

Drink 64 oz. (1.9 L) of fluids each day to prevent dehydration during your low-carb diet.

• Water, coffee and tea are all acceptable beverages

Ok, well my husband and I are only doing the first phase, which is called Induction. I was going to do the diet for 5 days and so was my husband. But on Friday he has a bachelor party to attend and I am going for sushi with my friend. So it will consist of 4.5 days of dieting. I will weigh Friday morning for the results even though I will carry the diet over until the evening comes. I will still weigh Saturday morning to see how much damage the rice does.

I am kind of excited for this diet, as I don't have to eat the same thing everyday and it will be flavorful. Even though I LOVE carbs I will live. :]