Hello there! I too am somewhat unfamiliar with protocol but am trying as best to learn as I go. You'll get through though. Good insight from Blondie28 about Karen though, I do agree she has some great advice and awesome recipes too.
I did Carb Addicts before the change and did lose some, felt good but I lost focus in the reward meal. Obsessed on it actually! But I have to credit the plan with really waking me up in the LC arena. I wish you the best of luck on the new plan. As in anything just take what works from this wonderful support network and toss the rest. If I never make a mistake, how will I learn?

Bsayne