[aspinswramymn]

I made myself chocolate egg cream a couple of months ago. It was awful. I don't recommend it.

Stay away from coconut oil. It's horrible for your health. Use olive oil instead, for frying foods, mixing with vinegar for salad dressing, etc. I no longer use butter or any other oils than olive and flaxseed oil. I've lost over 50 lbs since Jan 1.

Protein powder is ok, but you should be getting plenty of protein if you are following Atkins correctly, so it's not necessary. The main benefit is using it combined with soy flour as a flour substitute.

If you haven't done so already, make sure you read Dr Atkins New Diet Revolution. You can get a used copy for five bucks or less on Amazon.

On Atkins, you will not feel hungry, so no need to try to artificially get a "full" feeling. Limiting your carbs to 20 grams per day and exercising at least 30 minutes every day is what will speed your weight loss process.