I don't count carbs anymore, I stopped doing that when I started maintenance. I just KNOW what is good for me and what isn't and I eat that way. I do the occasional splurge, but 'tis a very rare thing and I always have a weird reaction to it. I find it hard to sleep and get all sweaty and hot, so it is a Very rare thing for me. Atkins opened my eyes to how I was eating and my eyes are going to be wide open for the rest of my life.