Wow, 25 lbs in 2 weeks?!?
Well, once I can get past my envy, I can't help but feel a tinge of concern, because 25 lbs sounds like an awful lot of weight in too short a period of time to lose. As a result, as others have mentioned, I would wonder how much of that is water loss, and if you are not drinking enough water, and how much of your symptomatic complaints could be from an overall state of dehydration.
Are you taking any supplements such as Metabolife, Xenadrine, or others with ephedra (ma huang)? It is my experience, that when I'm on LC and take these, I can't exercise without some kind of dizziness and feelings of weakness, so I don't take them much anymore. Contrary to all the good advice about doing cardio in the morning on an empty stomach, I can't do that either without getting dizzy. If I combine an empty stomach and supplements, forget it, it's impossible. So, I usually exercise about an hour after eating, no supplements, and plenty of water before, during, and after since I sweat a lot and need to replace the fluids in my body. (Funny, but I also notice that when I exercise and don't drink enough water, I actually have a tendency to sweat even more than I normally do. Go figure.)
However, I know part of my own problem is that I have low blood pressure, always have had, and you said this was not a problem for you.
As many others here, I also don't see anything that would make me think you have heart disease and I suspect that once you move beyond induction to a more regular and stable place, that things may change.
However, I would never presume to play doctor, nor, despite everyone's best intentions and good advice, would I completely rely on the opinions of others with a potentially serious concern as yours. I'd tend to check with a medical expert just to be sure.
Atkins is very clear in his book about anyone following his diet and/or adding exercise to daily regimen be seen by their own doctor. If you did not see a doctor prior to starting the diet or adding exercise, or haven't seen your doctor in the last 6 mos or so, I'd make an appointment to get it all checked out. Your own doctor could best let you know if you are at risk for heart disease (with or without diet), suggest causes for your dizziness, ways in which to eliminate it, the best supplements you might need, and also offer reassurance if there is no problem.
I hope you find resolve, and that you continue towards your weight-loss goals without problem. I'm truly impressed by your progress!
AJ
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