Yes - DebPenny you are right on! I have a MUCH more varied diet now than ever before. I know I get a much bigger variety of vegetables. Fats and cheeses allow me to add rich flavors to everything I eat. Since I am not trying to avoid fat, I have expanded the variety of meats that I eat, also. I have some lamb chops, shrimp, pork chops, "fresh" fish, cornish game hen, chicken, beef, etc. in my fridge. There is a lot more variety on a low-carb WOE than on low-fat diet -- tuna without mayo on celery sticks gets pretty boring!

P.S. To save money, I shop around: I find a lot of good meat and nut/seed bargains at Trader Joe's. I also freeze a lot when I cook so I waste less food.