Hi everyone,

Just started Atkins yesterday, after seeing the results my family and friends have had on Atkins. Just turned 65 this week - healthy (except for B.P.), but 25 lbs overweight. Gained slowly over years after menopause. I've vowed this is the time (if ever will be) to lose my excess weight. I hope to lower my blood pressure this way.

Just would like some suggestions for a more varied breakfast while in induction...this could get really boring. Thanks!

Hello! Many folks have lowered their BP by getting rid of those nasty carbs. Keep us posted to see if it works for you!

As for breakfast ideas, you're right - you're a little limited while on induction. Try to mix up the way you cook eggs, and try making omelettes to keep things interesting. Throw in some veggies and cheese. Remember, you can have anything you want for breakfast - it doesn't have to be 'traditional' eggs or bacon. I often have cold leftover chicken for breakfast. I don't care if it sounds weird.

If all else fails, remind yourself that it's only two weeks. Then you can have more selection.

Enjoy!

Thanks, Kristine...I know I can hold out for 2 weeks. Day 2 is down (so fair pretty painless).

Good for you!

Every time I eat an egg now, I remember (with horror) my low-fat days of scrambled egg *whites*. Ugh. I will never throw out an egg yolk again!