Started the SP a week ago, have gained 2 pounds. I know I'm still on the learning curve, but.....more water than ever before, have added walks on the days I'm not at the gym, MANY more vegies that ever before, no pasta, no white bread, get up 1/2 earlier in morning to cook breakfast which I have to force down, no Diet Pepsi (also I have had some ice tea), no late night ice cream...and three day headache. Whew.