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[Guest guest]

Dear Sue:

You lost 42 pounds, my gosh how wonderful. I'm beginning to feel

hopeful! Faye

[Guest guest]

Hi Faye welcome I personally took the plunge 3 months ago I have

to date lost 42 lbs. this is a great place to be for encourgmant and

support there are some pretty wonderful ppl on this list. Sue:)

--- Fayetx@... wrote:

> From: Fayetx@...

>

> Dear Sue:

> Hi, my name is Faye. I am a private Nanny. I

> live in Austin, TX. I am

> 48, married and have 5 grandchildren. I need to lose

> 40 to 50 pounds! Right

> now I weigh 191 pounds, down from 207 in May.

> I am a total newbie or even a wannabe. I have

> the Atkins tape but I am

> not

> so sure yet. I would know better if real people(ha)

> will share their stories.

> I

> do have the ketostix ready, but haven't taken the

> plunge. Maybe this group

> will

> spur me on.

> Thanks,

>

> Faye

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

Sue.....Do you know if Kathie is on vacation or did she leave the list?..Judi

[Guest guest]

Faye,

Glad to have you on the list!! You can do it, you just need to get started

with it and it will get easier. If you have any questions, just ask, I am

sure someone will try their hardest to find the answer. This is a great bunch

of people.

[Guest guest]

Welcome Peggy!!!!

[Guest guest]

Thank you for the welcome Bill...

Peggy/California

225/204(after a shower w/wet hair)/127

7/1/1999

ISSAMember@... wrote:

> From: ISSAMember@...

>

> Hi Peggy,

> Welcome to our Atkin's Way of Life list. We are very glad to have you

> join us!

>

> Bill

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

Welcome to the list!!! So far, I have been having success with one draw back

but doing good on the diet.I started last Monday and as of today I have lost

8lbs. The diet makes you feel full and when you substitute sweets for Atkins

sweets you get used to it and don't hardly miss the other stuff. Besides

nobody ever said you couldn't have smidgen of the old stuff once you reach

your goal, just have to be very careful:)

JEn

160//152/130

[Guest guest]

Sue,

Thanks for the welcome. I've been on the Atkin's way of life for almost

a year now. My doctor suggested it because of my reactive hypoglycemia,

fluid retention, and difficulty keeping my weight in the normal range. I

have never felt better than I do now. I don't have much weight to lose, less

than 5 pounds, but I was a vegetarian, and this change has been difficult for

me. I need a lot of ideas, since meat and eggs aren't my favorite things.

Shaun

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 07/31/1999 12:18:14 PM US Mountain Standard Time,

suebirney@... writes:

<< http://www.locarbliving.com/ >>

Sue,

Thanks for the info...that's a terrific web site.

Shaun

[Guest guest]

Greetings!

I have been on the diet for two weeks now, and I've been looking for some

recipes, and such. I'm hoping for ideas from you all, and when I have

something useful to share, I'll send it along. It's nice to know y'all are

here.

Gail

[Guest guest]

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--- IAMAngel00@... wrote:

> From: IAMAngel00@...

>

> Welcome !!! You have done great on this

> WOL!!!!!!!! Give your body time

> to catch up with all of your weight loss and then

> you will start to lose

> again, I believe this has happened to all of us.

> Just stick with it and you

> will succeed!!!!!!! Good job!!!!!!!!

>

>

>

> In a message dated 8/4/99 4:42:38 PM Eastern

> Daylight Time,

> stayat_homemom@... writes:

>

> <<

>

>

> Hi I am , I have been on Atkins for 3

> months and lost almost 50

> lbs but I am stuck here for the last 5 weeks I

> keep gaining and

> losing the same 3 lbs. Any Ideas I have tried the

> stall busters and a

> different low carb diet for a few days and gone

> back but nothing has

> any one else had this problem. I still have about

> 150 lbs to lose and

> this is starting to be to frustrating. Hope to

> hear from you soon.

> >>

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hi Sue and everyone! I live in northern nevada and have just bought the atkins

book and am reading it now. I joined this list so that I could learn as much as

possible so this way of eating can be successful for my honey and myself. We

run a real estate appraisal business out of our home. I enjoy nature, reading,

the internet, traveling (someday), I have my 18 year old stepson living with us

and between us have 7 kids (yes I did figure out what causes that ) ) I am 45

pounds overweight (at least) and don't exercise (yet) and am sick of being out

of shape! Nice to meet everyone and look forward to getting to know you.

sunshine

Welcome to Atkins-A-WayOfLifeonelist

>Hello,I am Sue

>

>Welcome to the list. Please take a moment to tell us about yourself.

>Are you just starting or have been on this diet for awhile. Let us

>know together we can help each other. I would like to take a minute to say I

dont mind lurkers but would like ppl to post once and a while and any one

joinign and going stright to no mail will be deleted

>

>List Manager

>

[Guest guest]

Welcome sunshine!!!!!!

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 8/8/99 12:46:54 AM Central Daylight Time,

fuzzy@... writes:

<< being out of shape! >>

Sunshine - what a neat name!!!! I love it!!!!! My daughter's name is Avalon

and that's a bit out of the ordinary too. Sometimes she gets teased but most

people think it's pretty. I know what you mean about being sick on the way

you look and feel. That is exactly what finally got my butt in gear to do

something. For a long time I kept thinking about how I wanted to change. I

was really at a wits end. Before I started Atkins, I had tried shakes and

just watching my fat and calorie intake. Didn't work. I didn't lose any

weight on shakes and I felt like I was being deprived all the time on the

other. Finally, I thought I would give Atkins another try. (I had lost 25 lbs

last summer the first time I tried it, went off of it unfortunatly, tried it

again after my son was born and it didn't work for some reason probably

hormonal)Now, in which I started about 2 weeks ago, I am at it again only

this time, I have lost about 15lbs!!!

I am very determined to stick with it even during the lows and continue. I

know you will find what you need here. We are all very supportive on one

another.

Welcome to the list!!!

Jen

160/145/130

[Guest guest]

WElcome Terry,

You know, I drink diet coke and I have had a little peanut butter and that

didn't make me gain any significant amount to make me wanna start off on the

induction diet again. Going beyond med. purple, maybe some other can clarify

but I don't think you wanna do that??? YOu are LUCKY to be where you are. I

think you are really expecting the lbs to come off rapidly (that's a hard

thing to say too because they do come off more easily than a regular diet

plan) and I don't think it's supposed to work quite that way. From what you

have said, it sounds like you are losing weight, but not at the speed you

wish and I think you are being WAY TOO HARD ON YOURSELF. Give yourself a

break here!!!!! You are doing fine!!!!!! Relax and enjoy the ride. It's ok

if you don't lose 10lbs in 5 days. I think you are doing very well

personally. Welcome to the list, you will find a lot of support here. Again,

go easy on yourself!!!!!

Jen

160/144/130

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 08/09/1999 6:51:31 PM !!!First Boot!!!,

nitag@... writes:

<< Ok, that was direct from the horses mouth. Nothing about how it shouldn't

be deep purple because that means you aren't drinking enough water.

>>

Nita,

I understand that Dr. Atkins says all these thing...you are right. But,

what concerns me is that I haven't read where he mentions possible damage to

your kidneys if you stay in the darkest colors too long. My pharmacist gave

me some hints. He said if I had a fruity, sweet taste in my mouth that I had

too many ketones built up in my system and I should drink more water. I

notice I have this when I first wake up, so the first thing I do is drink

water (or Crystal Light or any other no carb drink.) That way you are

flushing some of the ketones out of your system.

I have also heard this theory from another list I am on. If you have too

many ketones your body will start burning them for fuel and not your body

fat. Now, I have not heard or read anything further on this, so I can not

verify it.

So, please everyone, just be very careful on this diet. I think it is the

greatest, but plenty of fluids are very important. Sue, I think you can back

me up on this. Isn't that what your nurse friend told you also?

Marilyn

[Guest guest]

Welcome Terry!!!!

[Guest guest]

Hello, I'm Becky and have been on Atkins since June 14 and as of today lost

20 pounds. My Mom (down 25 lbs in 3 mo's) introduced me to this WOE and it

is a God send. I thought I was eating " healthy " but was still overweight and

the pounds just wouldn't come off. I joined this list for support and new

ideas for recipes. I look forward to learning more!

[Guest guest]

Welcome Patti, you will love all the people here, soooo loving. well good

luck, Love Heidi

Re: Welcome to Atkins-A-WayOfLifeonelist

> From: Pjay613@...

>

> Hello Sue and Atkins WOLers!

>

> My name is Patti and I am new to this group. I have been on Atkins for

one

> month and one day now, and have to date lost several inches and 20 pounds.

I

> am a nurse and live in WI with my two kids, one who has been Atkinsing

with

> me, and one who doesn't need to.

>

> I look forward to the support of the group, and continued success on this

> WOE.

>

> Patti

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

In a message dated 08/09/1999 8:14:23 PM Central Daylight Time,

3sfine@... writes:

>

> Welcome Patti, you will love all the people here, soooo loving. well good

> luck, Love Heidi

> -

Thanks for the welcome Heidi, I look forward to meeting everyone and for the

support and recipes...<grin>

[Guest guest]

I'm not doubting what other doctors or nurses have said, BUT, they tend to

disagree with most of this Atkins diet anyway, so I'm afraid if I'm going to

stay on this diet, I have to have complete belief in what Dr. Atkins says.

As he said on the Larry King show, he's been on this diet himself for

30-something years, and he looked pretty damn good to me. Much better than

the traditional doctors!

Nita

http://ni3d.homestead.com/nitaspages/nitasbirdsheet.html

Nita's Nest, with " Beginning with Birds " basic care sheet.

Re: Welcome to Atkins-A-WayOfLifeonelist

> From: GRSHOPER1@...

>

> In a message dated 08/09/1999 6:51:31 PM !!!First Boot!!!,

> nitag@... writes:

>

> << Ok, that was direct from the horses mouth. Nothing about how it

shouldn't

> be deep purple because that means you aren't drinking enough water.

> >>

> Nita,

>

> I understand that Dr. Atkins says all these thing...you are right.

But,

> what concerns me is that I haven't read where he mentions possible damage

to

> your kidneys if you stay in the darkest colors too long. My pharmacist

gave

> me some hints. He said if I had a fruity, sweet taste in my mouth that I

had

> too many ketones built up in my system and I should drink more water. I

> notice I have this when I first wake up, so the first thing I do is drink

> water (or Crystal Light or any other no carb drink.) That way you are

> flushing some of the ketones out of your system.

>

> I have also heard this theory from another list I am on. If you have

too

> many ketones your body will start burning them for fuel and not your body

> fat. Now, I have not heard or read anything further on this, so I can not

> verify it.

>

> So, please everyone, just be very careful on this diet. I think it is

the

> greatest, but plenty of fluids are very important. Sue, I think you can

back

> me up on this. Isn't that what your nurse friend told you also?

>

> Marilyn

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

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Re: Welcome to Atkins-A-WayOfLifeonelist

> From: Pjay613@...

>

> Hello Sue and Atkins WOLers!

>

> My name is Patti and I am new to this group. I have been on Atkins for

one

> month and one day now, and have to date lost several inches and 20 pounds.

I

> am a nurse and live in WI with my two kids, one who has been Atkinsing

with

> me, and one who doesn't need to.

>

> I look forward to the support of the group, and continued success on this

> WOE.

>

> Patti

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

Welcome to the list Betty!!!!!!!!!!!

[Guest guest]

Actually Atkins talks about acidosis several times in the book. " Of course,

if you are in ketosis after prolonged starvation or because you are a

diabetic out of control, it has a different aspect. Then it indicates the

presence of acidosis - and that is a danger signal. Too many doctors have

come to equate the two situations, although they are as different as night

and day, and health and disease. There is no acidosis when ketosis occurs

as a normal concomitant of this diet. "

I've read this book several times over, and paid particular attention to the

parts about ketosis and acidosis, and my take is that when ketosis occurs

due to the reduction of carbohydrates taken in, he states over and over that

there is no acidosis occurring, and it would seem that this is regardless of

the strength of the ketosis as evidenced by the color change on the strip.

The quote I used yesterday pointed out that he felt the darker the purple

the better, because the darker color went along with less hunger.

Nita

http://ni3d.homestead.com/nitaspages/nitasbirdsheet.html

Nita's Nest, with " Beginning with Birds " basic care sheet.

Re: Welcome to Atkins-A-WayOfLifeonelist

> From: GRSHOPER1@...

>

> In a message dated 08/10/1999 2:20:58 AM !!!First Boot!!!,

> nitag@... writes:

>

> << I'm not doubting what other doctors or nurses have said, BUT, they tend

to

> disagree with most of this Atkins diet anyway, so I'm afraid if I'm going

to

> stay on this diet, I have to have complete belief in what Dr. Atkins

says.

> As he said on the Larry King show, he's been on this diet himself for

> 30-something years, and he looked pretty damn good to me. Much better

than

> the traditional doctors!

> >>

> Nita,

>

> I'm not discounting anything Dr. Atkins has to say. He just doesn't

seem

> to talk about the dangers of excessive ketones. This was brought to my

> attention by my pharmacist and I did some research. I just want to get

the

> word out that he doesn't talk about high ketone levels and their dangers.

> Here is some info. I found on the net to help make my point.

>

> I believe in this diet. I think it is a safe diet as long as you are

> sensible and know what you are doing and why your body is producing

ketones.

>

> Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is one of the most serious acute complications

of

> diabetes. DKA occurs when the blood level of insulin falls far below the

> body's needs. Low insulin means that glucose cannot nourish cells

throughout

> the body. The blood glucose level soars, and tissues throughout the body

> become starved for glucose. To prevent cell death from starvation, the

body

> breaks down fat for energy. Chemicals called ketones are a byproduct of

this

> process. Ketones are acids that build up in the blood. As ketone levels

rise,

> they poison the body. They also spill into urine, stimulating the kidneys

to

> increase urine production, which causes dehydration, and in severe cases,

> difficulty breathing, coma, and possibly death. The combination of high

blood

> glucose, high blood ketones, and dehydration is DKA.

>

> In addition, DKA also causes:

> Classic signs of high blood glucose (hyperglycemia): intense thirst, dry

> mouth, and frequent urination

> A fruity odor on the breath

> Loss of appetite

> Stomach pains

> Nausea and possibly vomiting

> Blurred vision

> Fever

> Dry, flushed skin

> Difficulty breathing

> Weakness

> Sleepiness

>

> ---------------------------

[Guest guest]

Hii Betty glad you made it Sue

--- Betty Crawford wrote:

>

>

> Hello Sue;

> I just started this way of life about a week ago and

> I really feel I'm

> on the right track. I know one thing I feel alot

> better and I am going

> to try and just weigh once a week. I weigh 200lbs

> and I want to get

> down to 150. I am 57 years old , have been married

> 40 years September

> 23. I have six kids and 14 grand children. one of my

> daughters died the

> 21 of last october and its hard for me to handle.

> Thats pretty well the

> story of my life. I have three lasha apso dogs We

> love

> unconditionally........One pig that we are crazy

> about.Love to bowl,

> but need to get this weight off so I can be good at

> it. Love reading

> the letters everyone writes........

> Betty_az

>

> --- Atkins-A-WayOfLife-owneronelist wrote:

> > Hello,I am Sue

> >

> > Welcome to the list. Please take a moment to tell

> us

> > about yourself.

> > Are you just starting or have been on this diet

> for

> > awhile. Let us

> > know together we can help each other. I would like

> > to take a minute to say I dont mind lurkers but

> > would like ppl to post once and a while and any

> one

> > joinign and going stright to no mail will be

> deleted

> >

> > List Manager

> >

>

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