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Originally Posted by idontno
how in the heck can you gain weight during induction. hmmm you got got some explaining to do! lol
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idontno...it is possible to gain weight on induction. Usually those that do have been eating a very protein and/or calorie deficient diet for some time prior to starting low carb and their body is using the now adequate amounts of protein and calories to make much needed repairs to muscle tissue and replacing muscle tissue that was lost which shows up on the scale as a gain. While that may be disconcerting, to say the least, when your goal is to lose weight it's really a good thing and if you stick with it, the scale will start heading downwards again leaving you with less fat and more lean body mass.
Others can gain weight on induction by eating lots of salty foods, getting hidden carbs/sugars from foods they thought were legal (deli meats, low carb bars and candies, salad dressings) or just following the plan incorrectly.
Some can even retain water because they are eating a lot more of a food that they are sensitive to and don't realize it (dairy products and eggs are big culprits here).
PandaManda...
Like the others above, I recommend that you try this again without the processed meats. Use only fresh meats that you must cook yourself, veggies and other unprocessed foods from the allowed list for induction (eggs, for example), lots of water (at least 2 liters a day) and limit your cheese to no more than 4 ounces per day. I would also limit bacon to no more than a couple of slices a few times a week and skip the Atkins bars completely for a while.
From your menu above, you were eating a lot of salty processed meats, some of which usually contain sugar (the turkey and ham) and cheese.
One other question...is the mayo you're using mayonnaise or Miracle Whip? Some use the term interchangably; that's why I'm asking.