Phase 1, or Induction - as it is sometimes called - is supposed to "Jump Start" my weight loss. According to the diet program, this phase is not mandatory. However, I have a lot to lose and expect that it will give me the "jump" I need at the beginning of any diet.
"up to 20 pounds in the first two weeks" - says the book.
I know this is unrealistic. I know that I will not lose that much, but I would be happy with five to ten pounds. This is realistic. If I stick to the diet.
Anyways - this post is about the foods that I can eat. Well, the foods that I will eat (that are on the list of acceptable foods). What I am trying to say is: I am a very picky eater and wouldn't even touch most of the foods on the list. These will be the foods on the list, that I will eat.
Either way, there is plenty of food to choose from - and I can guarantee:
I will not be hungry during this diet.
Fish // Seafood
Tuna, Shrimp
Fowl // Birds
Chicken, Duck, Turkey
Meat // Eggs
Bacon, Beef, Ham, Pork, Venison, Eggs
*No added sugar
Fats // Oils // Dressings
Butter, Mayo, Olive Oil, Vegetable Oils, Sour Cream, Ranch, Caesar, Bleu Cheese
Beverages // Liquids
Diet Soda, Water, Ice Tea, Almond Milk, Cream, Broth, Coffee
Cheese // Any
In moderation - 4 ounces per day.
Vegetables // Greens
Lettuce, Mushrooms, Artichoke, Pickles, Broccoli, Sauerkraut, Avocado, Cucumber, Aspargus, Green Beans, Brussel Sprouts, Garlic
These will be the foods I eat for at least two weeks. I may stay in this phase longer, depending on my progress. We will see how it goes. Atkins is very flexible, which I like a LOT.
I can also eat out in a hurry, if needed. I just have to stick to the foods above. I can do this. I will be shopping on Sunday for next week & of course checking in to let you know how I do.
My weekly weigh-in post will go up on Sundays!
Wish Me Luck,
Remember: True happiness isn't about what you look like - it's about how you feel.
xo -
Losing pounds, not starving
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