i have been a vegan for approx 15 years but the last 4 years (since my 2nd child) i have been gaining weight - problay due to my love of pasta and potatoes - and my chocolate habit!!! i would love to try a low carb diet but i am not sure where to start. i have the atkins and the south beach diet plans/ books but i am soooo confused! can you substiture the veggie burgers in place of the real meat?? how is everyone getting the protein that these diets are calling for? i love veggies but i get little to no protein at all now. i am sooo tired and i think this may have alot to do with it! can anyone help me with the atkins veggie style????