A lot of people are totally against cheating. But I do this to some degree. Every 2 weeks I have a cheat MEAL. That is 1 meal of what ever I want (including dessert), but the trick is TO FINISH IT COMPLETELY IN 1 HOUR! There is a section in Dr Atkins book where he talks about this. He doesn't condone cheating, but he says if you can finish in 1 hour, you will save yourself considerable damage. Read his book before you decide what is best for you.