I've known about the Atkins Diet since the 70's, I've read the book. When I read these threads I'm getting a bit confused on something......I am on Induction, I've done quiet well, I've lost 8 pounds in 9 days, I haven't cheated the first time.

Question: When you say only 20 grams carbohydrates a day, do you mean the grams in everything??? Or do you mean 20 grams over the FREE/LEGAL food you can eat like meats & eggs?

I looked at the Carb Counter and found that eggs had 1.4 g fried, and bacon has 1.5 g per slice. I was thinking....if I eat 4 fried eggs ~ 1.4 g per egg, that's 5.6 g carbs. Then there's the bacon at 1.5 g per slice times 4 slices, equals 6.0 g carbs. That's a total of 11.6 g carbs. Boy that just about BLOWS the day!

I have always thought the FREE/LEGAL foods were all you can eat, don't over do it, just eat till satisfied.

I haven't eaten any cheeses or peanuts because I've read that they can contribute to a stall. I'm just holding off till I get bored.

For now, I'm mainly eating meats, eggs, just a bit of veggies to give taste when I make tuna or chicken salad. The veggies I've eaten are onion and celery.

I drink LOADS of water a day, trying to kick the habit of regular coffee. I drink so much water that going to the bathroom so many times a day is becoming a hassle.

I've also checked and I am in ketosis.