Hello All
As you can see by the subject of this post I’m very new to a low Carbohydrate diet. In fact all this fat worries me. But I’m willing to learn about it, and try it.
I have read Dr. Atkins book, understand most of it. But the problem is I’m a Collage freshman, and eating healthy is a bit of a problem. I’m up and gone before the cafeteria open two day out of the weak. And home to late the other to nights. Lunch is never a problem. What would the best foods be for the first 14 days for a collage student?
What where you menus like?
Is ketchup all right? (isn’t it made with sugar?)
Can you gain weight when you first start?

Thanks all
Very confused

Hi Livia,

Welcome to the forum!

We have a section here for college students where you might find some help. Click here for a link.

Ketchup is full of sugar, I'm afraid. You can get sugar free in some places though. Might be worth checking the supermarket shelves. Reading labels is one of the most important parts of low carbing.

All the best to you.

Rosebud

And you shouldn't gain weight, either, unless you are taking in way too many carbs or eating a ton of food! I have never noticed a post where someone actually gained on induction, but I guess it could happen if you are eating loads of salty foods. I am sure someone will post if they are aware of weight-gain at the outset during Induction.

Follow the Induction rules for the first 2 weeks if at all possible. Do you have a copy of Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution? If not you can go to atkins.com for Induction info. This works!