[Shalom Israel]

I think it failed because it is difficult, in American culture to deny yourself anything.

Right! I've lost weight very effectively by watching carbs (basically, lots of salad, avoiding bread, cake, potatoes), but I've also gained it back by returning to my preferred, almond-torte-rich diet.

[brytlea]

Right! I've lost weight very effectively by watching carbs (basically, lots of salad, avoiding bread, cake, potatoes), but I've also gained it back by returning to my preferred, almond-torte-rich diet.

Been there done that. I have fallen off the wagon several times (usually around the holidays when the kids are home and temptations abound!) In addition to gaining weight, I feel like something I think I can't post here when I do that! And low fat diets make me feel awful too.

susie