[tipokotap]

Totally agree. I normally only have one sugar free drink a day because they aren't that important to me, drink lots of water, and it does not seem to affect me. During OWL I would even drink a bottle of the store bought sparkling flavored water which had "some" aspertame in it, and it never bothered me.

Still, push the water. AND read the book. Get a copy at a thrift store or used book exchange, or go to the Atkins website for their Induction series.

Linda's low-carb site, www.genaw.com/lowcarb is also very helpful in its menus.

And be sure and take your measurements...now! Write them down...track them...you will be astounded at the change in a short time! That's all my advice for today! LOL!

My best to you!

Toni