Hi Plumfairy,

Welcome!

Have you had a good look around the rest of this wonderful site?
Check out the orange bar at the top of the screen - lots of useful info there - especially Low Carb Tips.
Also, if you go to Newbies' Questions, have a look at Hot Links - a "sticky" at the top. you'll find links to heaps of previous threads with loads and loads of interesting stuff.

Okay, where were we?
I can only suggest that you have a reread of your CAD book and start again from scratch. Do you want to stick with CAD? If you are thinking maybe another plan might suit you better, check "Which Low carb Plan is Right For me?" at the right hand side of the screen.
I would also suggest that you start a journal here. It's a good way to keep track of what's happening food wise. It's also a good way to make new friends who will pop in with advice and encouragement.

HTH

Rosebud