momto4boys and anyone else - I would love to hear of some of your personal experiences with CAD. So far, not too bad. The worst part is no snacking and no sugar alcohols, especially gum. Just the same, I knew I had to get some of my cravings under control and that is the primary reason I am doing this thing as well as to lose a few pounds. Not sure what I will do after the first two weeks are over. If I feel I have my cravings under control I may go back to Atkins Maintenance, maybe even Somersizing. Who knows, may even want to stay with CAD or CALP Maintenance. How does it work? Still reading the books. By the way, some of you that have done Atkins, how do you compare the two diets? Is it easier to maintain on CAD/CALP compared to Atkins or Somersizing? Thanks.