Susanna - I would suggest buying the latest Atkins book and following the guidelines exactly. I have never read any of the other versions (fortunately never needed them till now). Can't get off that baby weight.

My husband and I started Atkins for the first time on 2/4/02 - to date he has lost 12 pounds and I have lost 6. But we are meticulous about following Atkins rules.

No sugar, no aspertime, no caffine, no bread, no fruit during induction.

Your body may in fact be reacting differently due to previous diet episodes but once you get completely into induction - I believe the weight will come off.

We are both taking the supplements and I believe that is helping to minimize any withdrawal issues. I am also taking L-Glutamine for sweet cravings.

Atkins will work but there can be no cheating during induction. NONE.

Good Luck!
Judy