Sorry to hear about the rising LDL numbers. It does seem the opposite of what Dr. A says in his book.
I'm on a program with an endrocrinolgist similar to Atkins and I have blood work done every 3 wks to monitor everything. I am a classic X syndrome and was prediabetic.
I have a friend doing very well on SB and she modifies the low fat. I think this is a plan I can stick to once I'm at goal and released by my Doc.
If you can find Cabot's of Vermont cheddar cheese they have a 50% and 75% reduced fat and they both are pretty good. This is the cheese the dietitian at my Dr. recommends. I have to watch fats too as I have had a heart attack.
I'll be anxious to see how everyone likes SB. Once I break through the IR I should be able to follow a less restrictive eating plan but will always have to watch the simple carbs.
Debbie