Ok since I just found you guys today I have also found many resources. One of which is Fitday.com . Um I ate like 117 grams of fat today. Is this a crisis? Or we don't care? Because that seems like alot to me. I am at 17 grams of carbs and 98 grams of protein. I like to freak out so maybe this is just one of those times

thanks,

V

I can do this!!

NOT a crisis. You did great!!

Just as a comparison, here are my numbers from today:

Calories: 1778
Fat: 123
Carbs: 49
Fiber: 12
Protein: 123

Emelia

"We can only learn to love by loving." - Iris Murdoch, Irish writer
294/208/174 since 25-Nov-01

V

Though there are some differences in between some plans on how they emphasise the kinds of fats and, to some extent, the amount, during induction there is no reason to be concerned about the amounts. Many have tried to say that Atkins doesn't care about the kinds of fats and, again during induction, I think that is true but in the long run you will want to try to get most of your fats in Mono forms vs ploy-unsaturated and saturated.

So, no need to freak out.

OTOH, try to keep as close to 20g of carbs. 17g isn't a huge difference but it is best to keep right at 20 if you can. The exception would be if you are exercising to any great extent. Then, you might need to move out of induction to OWL as needed to maintain sufficient energy to exercise comfortably.

HANG IN THERE!!!

Don

Please don't worry about the fat. Fat is a VITAL nutrient (unlike carbs which are NOT) and it is necessary for many body functions such as hormone manufacture, cell structure, brain development, neuro transmitters, organ cushioning, etc.

Remember, in nutrition, you have essential amino acids (proteins) and essential fatty acids (fats). Nowhere is it listed something called "essential carbohydrates" - Your body NEEDS certain proteins and fats to survive so don't worry about it. You're just giving it what it's been missing.

Welcome aboard.

LCE Member since 2001
http://www.ilovelowcarb.com
Low Carb & Loving it!

Ditto everyone above!

Fat is what makes everything delicious and keeps you from getting hungry. I LOVE fat ... on my plate, that is. LOL!

Maggie
5'1"
Atkins since '98 (160)
Maintaining nicely (110)

Redhead until further notice!