I am so grateful to all the encouragement I got during that first week! I have lost
10 pounds in my first 3 weeks and am VERY happy with that. I have not seen the scale move at all except for when I did a total juice fast for 10 days. Of course I gained all that back plus!
Some thoughts 3 weeks in:
I am realizing that this is a total lifestyle and have made the choice to embrace it! With effort and a little imagination it is a very satisfying way to eat! I have looked at a lot blogs and even youtube and learned some great stuff.
It is a more expensive way of eating but I think more so in the beginning as you get your self "set up" with a low carb kitchen. I just ordered my first crock pot, which I think will add some connivence and economy to my meals. As well as variety.
I love my Daily Carb app, it really helps me keep track, is easy to use!
If you are sweet lover, I encourage you to check out that section of the recipe area of this site! I am experimenting with flour alternatives and so far am happy with the results. Over the past week & half I had pancakes, mug muffins and a custard pie!
Great blog I found for amazing low carb recipes:
http://alldayidreamaboutfood.com
I have also notice improvement with my joints, this was a big issue for me. Before I started it was hard for me to lift and bend my right leg to put on pants. Now, no problem at all! I have been playing tennis a couple times a week. I want to up that at least 3 and add more weight workouts! I also have rosacea and my skin is much better.
I want to say to all you newbies, just give it a couple of weeks!