FatErik I have a good friend who went Vegan and had a lot of health issues. After about 15 years he’s apparently given up and is back eating meat. A lot of gut issues.

Like you I basically eat a somewhat Atkins style without really paying attention, but I need to stick it through this time. Luckily the biggest loser contest at the office motivation. I really don’t count calories or pay attention to what I am eating, and the diet is fairly self-regulating in that you are satiated enough not to have a 5000 calorie day. Do you know how much steak and sausage one must eat to have a day like that?

It’s not for everyone but when I cut the grains and sugars I feel lighter, more energetic etc. At a recent steakhouse family meal I just skipped over the bread. Looked good but once I start I go a little overboard and get that carb-coma feeling. So some veggies, salads etc. round out my day. Working well so far, and not following some specific plan makes things much simpler.