Some people just don't lose on Atkin's and some lose more than 100 lbs. on Atkin's. Every body is different.

Some people switch from Atkin's to one of the other lo-carb plans and then they start losing. I've seen that many times in this forum. I do CAD, but you need to take the Carbohydrate Addicts Test to see if it applies to you. If you aren't a carb addict, it won't be the right plan for you. (I believe they have a link in the "Which plan is right for me" link on the right.)

As to the Journal, try clicking on the Support Forum link at the top right of this page. Then scroll down. You'll find the link to the journals toward the bottom of that page. Click on the appropriate alphabet letter ("C" for yours) and then read the info on starting a journal.

I think I've made it seem harder than it is. It's not all that hard.

Good luck, again, on finding your low carb solution. It's out there!

Jeannie