Hi all. I am apprehensive about this weekend, I am traveling to meet some friends, and I haven't left my house since starting this WOE. I am in part nervous that my friends will say something dumb, especially since I am healthy and not terribly overweight. (They did not know about my horrible sugar addiction that I kept secret before this WOE.)

So, I am prepared with what to say to them if they comment ("REad Atkins' book and then come talk to me." or "Yes it is healthy." or "How many viatmins and fresh vegies do YOU eat a day? And ho much sugar do you eat a day?") but I am not sure about eating out. I think we will be going to retaurants mostly. Are there any suggestions for certain tyes of food that are best (ie Sushi, Italian, etc) or any advice in general on survivin'????

Also, any advice on alcoholic type drinks that are reasonable? i.e. light beer, or Bloody Marys, or wine? Just curious. ANy I should DEFINITELY stay away from (besides all the soda and fruity ones)?

Love this forum!