[SamAdams76]

To echo the other poster, I dropped over 60 pounds over the past year just by cutting out the junk food like bread, chips, pasta, etc.

I will still have plenty to eat at the barbecue today. Grilled meats with lots of veggies. Buttered brussels sprouts, roasted garlic, mushrooms and hot peppers, etc. I have no problem staying away from the junk food because I fill up on the good stuff. When others are having dessert, I'm taking the dog for a walk.

I was headed for a heart attack as well with my old ways. It is never too late to change to healthier habits.

[elcid1970]

Atkins/low carb has worked before. I bought a Veghetti to make squash noodles so no more pasta, & whatever goes over rice works with veghetti.

Staying away from bread, pasta, potatoes, sugar, & rice is what I call the Al Sharpton diet: “White is NOT right!!”

Sounds like a great BBQ menu. Happy Fourth!