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It's the same for me, DeadVim. Low carb keeps my cravings in check, but it never occurred to me that on those rare days when I do go significantly over it would be a good idea to limit the fats. Duh, should have been obvious. Thanks for the tip. When I first began Atkins induction I was astounded at how many carbs were in…

I'm wondering if you need a reality check regarding your veggie portion sizes? You say you eat "A LOT" of veggies. Is there some reason why you aren't willing to cut back on those? Even though veggies are healthy, they are not carb-free and it's still easy to eat way too many of them. For example, we all know calcium is…

According to the Atkins site, they recommend about 60% fat, 30% protein, and 10% carbohydrate, although they say you can safely go up to 70% fat. You can adjust those numbers 5-10% and still be within guidelines, but after your induction period is over you'll better be able to figure out what works best for you. Just don't…

I started Atkins in Jan 2011 and lost over 50 lbs. Then a year ago I stalled big-time. I lost nothing for nearly a year - gained and lost the same five pounds over and over. I tried all the recommendations but nothing worked for me. I tried a cheat day on vacation - gained five pounds but did not have the big loss…

I use almond meal, coconut flour, or golden flax meal as coating for fried or "oven-fried" foods. I prefer coconut flour for fried okra, and almond or flax meal for chicken and fish. My favorite chicken tender coating is to lightly coat the pieces in a mixture of 2 tbsp. coconut flour or vital wheat gluten, 1/4 tsp. each…

I've been making these ever since I started Atkins nearly two years ago. I find I much prefer golden flaxmeal over the brown. I buy Bob's organic golden flaxmeal from Amazon.com. Our favorite way to eat these is to turn one on its side and using a serrated knife, slice it into four slices. Top two slices with SF cream…

I like hummus on occasion but it tastes like bean dip with garlic and lemon to me, and a little goes a long way. I prefer baba ghanoush which is pretty much the same recipe only roasted eggplant is substituted for the garbanzo beans/chick peas.

I did Atkiins for nearly two years and lost over 50 lbs. before going on a long weight-loss stall. They say do not count calories, count carbs unless you are not losing weight, and then do a reality check on the amount of calories you eat in a day. For example, butter has zero carbs but no reasonable person would think…

If you're doing an "Atkins-type" plan I suggest you go the Atkins website and follow their plan to the letter, at least for the first two weeks on Induction. (It's free.)That should rid you of your cravings after a few days, and you'll learn a lot about low-carbing, net carbs, trigger foods, etc. I did Atkins for nearly…

If I have leftovers I just pop them back in the oven to reheat them for another meal. They don't get that "leftover" taste and flabby skin that microwaving gives them. It only takes about five minutes to heat them through at 400 degrees.

I was on Atkins for a year and a half and lost over 50 lbs. but I had been stalled for nearly a year with no weight loss. I went on a Whole30 and just came off of it. This grandma is feeling great, more energetic, and I've started walking a mile a day on a graveled road in soft-soled shoes. Great foot massage! I'm also…

Scotch eggs are great for a quick breakfast. Basically wrap a ground meat mixture around a boiled egg and roast or fry until the meat is done. Make several and keep in the 'fridge for reheating in the morning. I've seen recipes where they are rolled in crushed pork rinds or flax meal before cooking, and others simply omit…

I have the simplest wing recipe ever. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place the separated wings onto a greased baking sheet. Salt and pepper to taste. Bake about 15 minutes, turn wings over, and bake another 15 minutes. (For large wings cook 20 minutes per side.) While wings are roasting mix equal parts melted butter and…