Atkins Support Group

martinah4

Hey is it ok to eat the protein bars by Atkins yet? I burn so many cal at the gym I'm trying to eat some back. I used to use carbs ha ha ha

With Atkins you don't have to worry about eating back exercise calories or even counting calories.

You just eat when your hungry and don't eat when your not.

As for those bars and shakes - I don't advise eating any processed foods.

Grokette is right, don't worry about eating your excercise calories back! After a hard workout, I like to have a piece of cheese and a slice of deli smoked ham. The bars don't effect me, and I have one every night, but I've heard they can hinder your weight loss. The Atkins book says if you're plateuing, you should eliminate the bars.

ginny1214

I passed out last night. I'm the lamest person. Blood sugar was low. Maybe Atkins not for me

lockef

I passed out last night. I'm the lamest person. Blood sugar was low. Maybe Atkins not for me

That's not good. Are you eating enough? True, Atkins isn't for everyone. Maybe try cutting down the white stuff (bread, rice, sugar, pasta) instead of completely cutting them out?

SueInAz

I passed out last night. I'm the lamest person. Blood sugar was low. Maybe Atkins not for me

Do you ordinarily have issues with your blood sugar? Mine is naturally pretty low and I haven't had any problems, even when I was doing induction for a few months straight.

How often do you eat? If you're eating three meals per day, try eating more small meals throughout the day so that you're eating every 2-3 hours. Snack on nuts, cheese, hard boiled eggs, etc. That should keep your blood sugar from dropping too low.

I've read somewhere that some people who are pre-diabetic, especially those who ate a high carb diet before switching, can have that problem because their bodies are so used to being fed sugar all of the time that the insulin response causes the low blood sugar episodes at first when switching to a low carb diet. Eventually, it'll stop. But in the meantime, eating more often will help.

AmyNVegas

Ginny- you need to see your doctor and have an A1C if your blood sugar is dropping like that. It will tell your doctor your ratio of insulin to glucose over the past few weeks up to 3 mo. You may need to step down your carbs and eat more veggies or even just move to phase two and increase your carbs some- I would suggest all veggies and lower carb fruits though and not grains they spike your blood sugar too much which is your issue to begin with. Hope you feel better!

AmyNVegas

Went to the doctor yesterday (weightloss specialist strong advocate for Atkins/Primal) and he did a body comp and compared it to my last one in July to find what was going on since I was smaller but weighed more- he said my fat percentage went down, muscle went up and fluid was way up ugh where are you darn WF???? Go West young fairy to Las Vegas!:laugh:

Grokette

I am doing a September Whole 30 Challenge, I created a thread if anyone is interested in joining me!!!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/332748-september-whole-30-paleo-peeps-closed-group

dittiepe

I passed out last night. I'm the lamest person. Blood sugar was low. Maybe Atkins not for me

Definitely talk with your doctor. Do you take diabetes medication? You need your A1C checked, because eating low carb is leveling out your insulin levels. No spikes means you can and will do this again especially if you're on meds.

dittiepe

I am doing a September Whole 30 Challenge, I created a thread if anyone is interested in joining me!!!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/332748-september-whole-30-paleo-peeps-closed-group

That sounds like a fun challenge. I'm going to have to pass, unfortunately I can't do without my protein shakes on those bad RA days when I can't cook. Good luck though!

martinah4

I am doing a September Whole 30 Challenge, I created a thread if anyone is interested in joining me!!!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/332748-september-whole-30-paleo-peeps-closed-group

That sounds like a fun challenge. I'm going to have to pass, unfortunately I can't do without my protein shakes on those bad RA days when I can't cook. Good luck though!

I don't know what that is, and I'm not Paleo/Primal? I'll check out your thread!

AmeChops

Hey everyone...I'm just starting on the low carb thingy. Playing the low fat game worked for me for a while but my body has now decided it's just not good enough lol!!

I've set my goals at 60% fat, 30% protein and 10% carbs...does that sound OK??

Although I'm not strictly following Atkins, I'm taking tips from it and expect it'll end up being pretty much the same.

dittiepe

Hey everyone...I'm just starting on the low carb thingy. Playing the low fat game worked for me for a while but my body has now decided it's just not good enough lol!!

I've set my goals at 60% fat, 30% protein and 10% carbs...does that sound OK??

Although I'm not strictly following Atkins, I'm taking tips from it and expect it'll end up being pretty much the same.

That sounds pretty good Be sure to read over, at least, the Atkins website(www.atkins.com) so you know what you're getting into. It's a great lifestyle if you do it right.

ido10612

What is the best brand and flavor of pork rinds?

Anyone want to share some yummy pork rind recipies with me??

dittiepe

What is the best brand and flavor of pork rinds?

Anyone want to share some yummy pork rind recipies with me??

I don't know about a 'best'. I just usually get what's available around here, which is Mac's. They have BBq and a Spicy hot one which are both pretty tasty.

I've used pork rinds, crushed up of course, as breading for things like fried zucchini before. Need to make sure the oil is hot so it crisps up fast, but its pretty tasty

lockef

What is the best brand and flavor of pork rinds?

Pork rinds are awesome! I think the best ones are the ones you get at the mexican or asian stores. They have a different texture and have more flavor.

On a side note, I tried another variation of the MiM last night. I was trying to make a bun for my burger. It had lots of flavor, but was a little too salty. I put 1/4 tbs of salt, so I'll try just using a pinch next time we make burgers. Here are the ingredients.

1/4 cup flax meal
1/2 tbs baking powder
1/4 tbs onion powder
1/4 tbs garlic powder
Pinch of salt
1 tbs butter
1 egg

AlyRoseNYC

Hey guys, hope everyone is doing great. I've been so busy this week, being off from work and hanging out with my kid I made a half batch of Cream Cheese Muffins yesterday. They are pretty much mini cheesecakes made in a cupcake pan. They are so yummy and the cupcake pan makes portion control easier. Here is the recipe:

2 8oz. pks. philadelphia cream cheese
1/2 cup sweetener (I use spenda)
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Soften cream cheese about 40 seconds in microwave. Add other ingredients. Beat with mixer till smooth. Pour into 12 muffin pans lined with the papers. Bake at 350 for 20 min.

This is the link where I found the recipe: http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/lowcarb-recipe-help-suggestions/399261-cream-cheese-muffins.html

lockef

I must try this! I just ran out of vanilla extract, but maybe I'll try it with some lemon or banana instead, hmmm...

Thanks M2S!

SueInAz

What is the best brand and flavor of pork rinds?

Anyone want to share some yummy pork rind recipies with me??

I buy Baken-Ets. They are tasty and only $2 a bag.

I crush pork rinds (a big ziploc bag and a rolling pin works great!) and mix them with flax meal, Parmesan cheese and/or almond meal to make a breading for chicken or pork. Spritz with olive oil and bake them in the oven or fry in a pan with a little olive oil.

I've also made meatloaf using crushed pork rinds and flax meal as a direct substitute for the breadcrumbs. It cuts the carbs down to just a few grams per slice and my husband didn't even notice the difference.

dittiepe

Hey guys, hope everyone is doing great. I've been so busy this week, being off from work and hanging out with my kid I made a half batch of Cream Cheese Muffins yesterday. They are pretty much mini cheesecakes made in a cupcake pan. They are so yummy and the cupcake pan makes portion control easier. Here is the recipe:

2 8oz. pks. philadelphia cream cheese
1/2 cup sweetener (I use spenda)
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Soften cream cheese about 40 seconds in microwave. Add other ingredients. Beat with mixer till smooth. Pour into 12 muffin pans lined with the papers. Bake at 350 for 20 min.

This is the link where I found the recipe: http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/lowcarb-recipe-help-suggestions/399261-cream-cheese-muffins.html

I have a cheesecake recipe that's something like this. It uses sour cream too though. Tasty stuff!

dittiepe

What is the best brand and flavor of pork rinds?

Anyone want to share some yummy pork rind recipies with me??

I buy Baken-Ets. They are tasty and only $2 a bag.

I crush pork rinds (a big ziploc bag and a rolling pin works great!) and mix them with flax meal, Parmesan cheese and/or almond meal to make a breading for chicken or pork. Spritz with olive oil and bake them in the oven or fry in a pan with a little olive oil.

I've also made meatloaf using crushed pork rinds and flax meal as a direct substitute for the breadcrumbs. It cuts the carbs down to just a few grams per slice and my husband didn't even notice the difference.

Oh the meatloaf idea is great! Must try that.

pork_belly

Pork rinds are awesome! I think the best ones are the ones you get at the mexican or asian stores. They have a different texture and have more flavor.

Yep, I have to agree with you about the Asian and Mexican pork rind varieties. If you like those then you will also like the Walmart's Mac's Original Pork Cracklins. They only cost $2.97 and you get a pretty big bag!

lockef

I don't remember ever seeing those at WalMart (don't shop there as much anymore). I'll definately keep an eye out next time I go there.

dittiepe

Mac's is pretty much all that's sold around here. They're yummy!

ginny1214

I passed out last night. I'm the lamest person. Blood sugar was low. Maybe Atkins not for me

Definitely talk with your doctor. Do you take diabetes medication? You need your A1C checked, because eating low carb is leveling out your insulin levels. No spikes means you can and will do this again especially if you're on meds.

No meds! I dealt with low blood sugar in hs but kind of grew out of it. I have my yearly in a few wks so until then, no Atkins, butbwill still limit carbs just not extremeb

vryanz

Macs are great...they have a lot better flavor than regular pork rinds.
Hey have any of you seen the 'Fat Head' movie? Its great. Totally squashes the 'fat kills' theory. It's kind of a spoof on 'Supersize me'. You can see it on Hulu.
'Big Fat Fiasco' is also good. It is a lecture on You Tube. Both are done by the same guy. He is very entertaining too!

pork_belly

Macs are great...they have a lot better flavor than regular pork rinds.
Hey have any of you seen the 'Fat Head' movie? Its great. Totally squashes the 'fat kills' theory. It's kind of a spoof on 'Supersize me'. You can see it on Hulu.
'Big Fat Fiasco' is also good. It is a lecture on You Tube. Both are done by the same guy. He is very entertaining too!

Yes, I've seen Fat Head. Its a pretty good movie.

ido10612

Thanks for the pork rind ideas. Ive never seen macs. im going to look around for them tho. ive bought a
'terry's" brand which is pretty good. But then i bought some from walmart that just tasted like butt!! I think ill have to crush those ones up for the meat loaf. lol. def cant eat them plain. Yall are awesome let me no if you have anymore yummy recipes i can try.

SueInAz

Thanks for the pork rind ideas. Ive never seen macs. im going to look around for them tho. ive bought a
'terry's" brand which is pretty good. But then i bought some from walmart that just tasted like butt!! I think ill have to crush those ones up for the meat loaf. lol. def cant eat them plain. Yall are awesome let me no if you have anymore yummy recipes i can try.

You made me curious, so I did a search. Found this message board. I thought the "french toast" recipe sounded VERY interesting!

http://www.lowcarbfriends.com/bbs/lowcarb-recipe-help-suggestions/526332-easy-recipes-pork-rinds.html

AmyNVegas

Okay have to get back on track today. Friday I had WAY too many carbs and yesterday was better and at least I had a lot of fiber to help balance it out. I made cupcakes with coconut flour and xylitol for our neighbor's Labor day get together and ground flax muffins to go with the coldcuts so didn't go over as much as I might have. Having a wheat allergy really helps in situations like that because I am not tempted. So today I am getting back on track.

AmyNVegas

I buy Turkey Creek pork rinds I get them at the Dollar Tree so great price and I get plain since the other varieties of all the brands I have seen are full of MSG. I haven't ever seen the Mac's brand here or in Virginia, have to keep an eye out for them.