Hi and welcome to this forum. You've come to the right place and if you get reading then you will soon pick up lots of tips from everyone here.

You will soon find that eating protein and fat you feel more satisfied than you ever have before and I have no inclination for bread, pasta or potatoes. I must admit, they never were my downfall anyway.

No your stomach does not shrink. In fact you will probably end up eating more than you used to. It does not make sense, does it, eat more and loose weight. Never the less, it works.

Keep a journal of your progress on this site. It will be great to look back on and it will help us to offer you advice, when needed.

Congrats on your initial weight loss. It makes you feel as if you are getting somewhere. I have been low carbing since August last year and feel great for it. I'm two years older than you and feel so much better. With diabetes looming over you this is certainly the way to go and it will never arrive!

Keep up the good work and visit this site often. It is a great morale booster.