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Originally posted by sadatx
But my energy was uneven and it became harder and harder to stay on.
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My energy was up and down too, I fixed it by accident when I first started Atkins. Atkins eliminated the sugars that were causing the roller coaster. Everyone is different, one thing this diet seems to do is isolate food allergies, sugar tolerances, and addictions.
Never start a diet without seeking a Dr's advice. Especially if you are currently having problems. That applies to any diet.
I eat as diverse of a menu as this diet allows. I only use the fats the first few days as they are needed to start the ball rolling. Then I limit myself to 20-25 carbs (required to maintain brain function), take my supplements, fiber and go to eggs, lean meat, fish and too much chicken and veggies. And water, and more water.
Between Atkins, I eat lots of fruit, oatmeal 1-2 times a day, watch fats and still drop a pound or 2. I personally believe that it is as important to remove extra weight as it is to do cardio and eat the preferred foods. I say this because I have several health issues that are ALL hinging on my weight gain in 2000.
I am within 15 pounds of goal and I feel good so something must be working. The tale of the tape says 3 belt loops now open. I only wish that I had measured before starting as I had quite a beer belly going.
I will post my bloodwork when complete. I think it will tell alot.