Reply #97: I do wish you success, Bertha [View All]

[Habibi]

and I send you all good thoughts for the journey. Please keep us posted on what the doc tells you--I'm curious about the plan he/she comes up with. I've been on Atkins since October and have lost 15 of the 30 pounds I need to lose, but it's not for everyone and I agree it's not a particularly earth-friendly lifestyle.

Oh, and I echo what others have said about taking baby steps. You are embarking on a lifestyle change, not a diet. So take your time, be patient, pay attention to your body. If the plan your doc comes up with doesn't work for you, or it's something you find hard to stick to, ask for another. Or try another yourself. The changes you adopt have to be those you can adhere to for the long haul.

Good luck!