I'm so glad I read this. This is my second week on Atkins. The first week I lost 7 pounds and for me this was a major achievement. So because I was so happy I thought well I should lose some this week. Well it's only my second day into the 2 week and I gained 3 pounds. I know, I was discouraged. This is always what happens to me on any diet I've ever been on. So I told myself, JUST DON'T GET ON THE SCALES. My husband said, "Oh no, here we go. I suppose you're going to get off of this diet too." I told him no, I like the diet so I'm not going to pay any attention to the scales. Here's hoping I continue to lose no matter what the scale says. Thank you all on the forum for having a place to come to.