Verbena - sorry to hear about your husband. I stand by my statement that my WOE is not challenging. Certainly, it was challenging when I first adapted to it, and I knew that going in, but with time, it became a normal part of my lifestyle. I would prefer that articles like the one referenced would be more accurate and specify when that challenge occurs and that it can be defeated. I've heard too many times from critics of low carb that it's very difficult or impossible to sustain long term. Based on my experience, I don't at all agree with that