Welcome, Renee! You've found a source of great support in this forum. Make sure that you read the LCD Launchpad at the very top of the posting page. This great tool was put together by some extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, and very helpful folks and is meant for people just like you: those new to this WOE (way of eating) who want to learn how to get a handle on their health by utilizing a low carb diet.

That being said, the awesome people on this board won't do the homework for you...you have to be willing to educate yourself by researching everything you can get your hands on that deals with this WOE. You have to be your own best advocate when it comes to making this hugely beneficial change in your life. So research, read, research some more. Go back through old posts here to see the answers to most all of the questions that you will have...trust me, they're most likely addressed in detail. When you become confused, stressed out by the changes, or have questions that you haven't seen asked, DO POST YOUR CONCERNS. 9 times out of 10 someone will be right there w/ some guidance.

This isn't meant to sound harsh. You will achieve the most success if you take your low carb education as seriously as you would any college class. Most of the folks here do, for sure. That means you need to come in w/the basic knowledge of how this works, and continue your education from there by asking questions when necessary. It really works best that way because then you're invested in the process. The "credits" you'll earn (college analogy again) will be vastly improved health and in most cases some pretty impressive weight loss.

Again, welcome! If you need any LC friends, feel free to add me. :-)

Hi Renee, Welcome!

Yes, indeed, the LCD Launchpad is your first stop. There is more than one way to low carb. Finding the style that suits you as a individual will be your starting point. This is covered in some detail in the Launchpad. Like tru2one, I suggest you give it a read through, read through some of the older discussions (there is a LOT of information, suggestions and help) and feel free to ask about concerns or questions you might have.

A piece of advice: eat the low carb foods that YOU. You don't like bacon (chuckle) don't eat it. Choose another meat. You don't need to be miserable on low carb. Eat all the fat.

reneerichardson06 wrote: »

Hi, my name's Renee! I'm here in hopes to learn about carbs what's considered good & what's bad. I need to learn all I can as much as I can as I am now borderline diabetic & my mom is severely diabetic. I need to learn about carbs and sugar but sugars are the easy part. I can't wait to meet all of ya'll!

Hi Renee and welcome to this group. I can readily endorse the above advice. I wish you well on your journey to an active and healthy life.

Hi, my name is Kerri, I'm new to this group I have lost 30 lbs so far doing lchf I absolutely love it! Looking for some inspiration and motivation to stay on track, and maybe make some new friends along the way!

This is a great place for inspiration and motivation

kerri02780 wrote: »

Hi, my name is Kerri, I'm new to this group I have lost 30 lbs so far doing lchf I absolutely love it! Looking for some inspiration and motivation to stay on track, and maybe make some new friends along the way!

Welcome Kerri, and well done on your great achievement so far!

Welcome Renee and Kerri! I am fairly new here as well but couldn't have found a better place to be right now. These people are awesome. You will find lots of support here. Feel free to add me as a friend. Carol

cherylann11 wrote: »

Hello ladies, today is day 1 of lchf, so far so good, I'm finding it hard to get my head around actually eating fat! ( after eating low fat/ calorie for years)
I need some lchf buddies!!

Welcome! Good luck on your first day, it will get easier, as you get more into it except "Keto flue" period. Don't give up and don't be afraid of fat, it's a good word.

Welcome, ladies!

The 3 tools that will be the best things for you are:

1. Education
2. Consistency
3. Patience

Use them with determination, and time will hand you better health and success.
Make use of us and our links to knock out #1.
The rest is all YOU. You have that much power! Use it.

Best wishes!

Hi to the new members! I am a rookie also. This group is wonderful. I check in every day for ideas, encouragement and smiles. Learning to eat the LCHF way is a process that takes time but is so interesting and well worth the effort. The more you learn, the more sense it all makes. Welcome!