Hello all.  I've been lurking a while and have just decided to join the fun.
I'm starting my low-carb diet (WOL?) today.  I've read Atkins Essentials,
Protien Power, and Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution.  I'm armed with a
bunch of recipes and ready to go.  I'm not going to a clinic ...

In many recipie, Heavy cream is mentionned.
I always assumed it was "heavy" opposed to "low-fat" cream.
Now, I am doubting this.
For me, there are2 kinds of cream.

Atkins Responds to Consumer Demand by Launching Controlled-Carbohydrate
Frozen Pizza
Atkins Nutritionals, Inc., Brings America's Favorite Food to
Followers of Low-Carbohydrate Lifestyles

I've heard that "Protein Power" is the best book having low carb theories
as to why low carb is good.  Is this true?
I want to send my mother a book about low carb (she has the Atkins book
already).  She's had carotid artery surgery to remove plaque, and now

FAQ:  A Beginner's Guide to LowCarb Living
Did you know that the answer to many of your questions about
the Low Carb Diet can be found on the F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked
Questions) page for the alt.support.diet.low-carb newsgroup?

http://www.cnn.com/2004/HEALTH/diet.fitness/05/27/atkins.suit.ap/index.html
This dude gained 8 pounds, went on Atkins and blames the Atkins WOE for his
heart problems. This is what he said:
"For 21/2 years, I extolled the virtues of this diet to anyone who listened

i noticed that we have WHOLE turkeys (10lb average) for sale in our
grocery store....................cleaning out their freezers
perhaps?
last night, i turned the oven up to 400 degrees and threw one in the

This has never happened to me!  My belly is all swollen up, mostly above
the navel, it looks like pregnancy. Some pain and twitching under the
left ribcage. Very little bowel movement, no feeling of anything in the
lower colon. Upper colon area feeling of being stretched inside. Not

Last night, I had one of these.  It's good and uses a sugar alcohol
Erythritol and inulin.  It doesn't make me immediately go and stay in the
bathroom.
For an occasional treat, I think it's fine (I happen to have a cold, so I

I keep forgetting to bring this up, but I've discovered a way to (for me,
anyway) achieve lower morning blood sugars.  When I have a bowl of cole
slaw at bedtime, my morning levels are always lower than if I eat something
else at bedtime, or just skip eating at that time.  Not sure ...

I was one of those guys that just couldn't stand to shop for clothes.  I
can't say that anymore.  I was at a factory outlet mall and was at my
favorite store, Woolrich.  I love their stuff.  Anyway, I just love to find
deals and buy nice clothes.  I also love the fact that I fit ...

i have been averaging about six miles a week walking at 4mph two
miles at a time.
the rest of the week, i throw in some yoga, and will start with
"weight lifting for dummies" soon.

Okay - I'm going to try an Atkins Fat Fast.
One of the mini-meals listed is 2 oz sour cream and 2 tbsp red/black caviar.
I don't like caviar :(  According to nutritiondata.com, one tbsp of
caviar has 40 cal, 3g fat, 1g carb, and 4g protein.

Can anyone give me the "skinny" on soda's... like diet pepsi or diet coke or
caffeine free diet pepsi or coke. My spouse is low carbing but drinks at
least 2 cans of the diet caffeine free stuff each day. I'm wondering if
there is bad stuff in them.. any help would be appreciated.

Under 200, never going back! Hubby is one pound away from a century loss to
boot! It's a great day, I'm gonna go do my happy dance all the way to work!
LCing since 12/01/03-
Me- 5'7" 265/198/140