I never would have believed that I could have given up pasta without even a little craving. I used to eat it once a day, and would find myself craving it even after a big meal. It was my favorite easy and cheap meal - that I now blame for my progressive weight gain (along with other baddies that I am now aware of!). When I read Atkins' book, I was just in shock saying - this is me he's talking about! I have not eaten pasta since March, and I don't even want it. This WOE is absolutely amazing!