Hi Karen

Thanks for the response, I had a horrible feeling that the hard word was coming but of course you are quite right. If you're right off sweets, you're never liable to fall off the wagon because they'll no longer hold any appeal.

Are there any articles linking or on this site, explaining more about the 'insulin' reaction to legal treats??

Also I looked up your recipe page and they are superb. I cant wait to make some.

However I found out today (after various episodes since beginning Atkins) that I have gallstones on top of everything else. I love meat and cheese and assume that they're out the picture now. Do you know anything about it and what's good to eat?? I presume fish and chicken so is it time to introduce pretend breads (nutless?) and things?? Presume others here must have gallstones and have some experience modifying the diet.

Also will I still lose if I undertake a low fat, low carb, high protein diet or will it be slower?

Thanks for your help.

Nicola