Hi Amy...It looks like you are doing very well...good for you...as for the questions...

Pink, or moderate colored stix are fine...A lot of people do not use ketostix as they don't workm for everyone...However...you do not want them to be drk prpl...that means you are dehydrated...NOT GOOD!! Make sure you are drinking all your water!

Once you are past the induction you may start adding some atkins products...just be aware of how your body reacts to them...sometimes they can set off cravings....Try to stay away from the L/C bars...they have many hidden carbs and can cause stalls in WL.

Hope this has been helpful.