Hi Quincey!
Glad to see you post here.

The wonderful thing about Atkins is that initial "Whoosh" of pounds just melting away. And Atkins certainly keeps you satisfied --- no hunger pains! (not that I have ever been hungry on SB)

I have been on Atkins and PPP and lost weight on both but my weight loss slowed after a few weeks to a respectable 1/2-2 pounds a week --- which I was pleased with because I am a "turtle" when it comes to losing weight.

I thought SugarBusters! was too good to be true but it turns out that I can add few whole grains and fruit to my menus and still lose at about 1/2-2 pounds a week. I've been pleased. (I like the idea of not eating processed chemical laden foods too)

Some people find that when they first switch from Atkins to SB that they gain a couple of pounds back. That's because the carbs cause you to retain some water. But you'll lose that water weight again very quickly.

Like you I was really nervous about the whole thing. When I made the switch I added fruit back for the first week. I introduced it as snacks.

The 2nd week I added a slice of whole grain toast with breakfast and occasionally 1/2 of a baked sweet potato for supper.I didn't have the weight gain that happens to some.

So I'd say Go for It!

Sorry for the "novel". I hope this helps with your decision.

molly

ps -- Men generally tend to lose weight faster than women --- more muscle mass and different hormonal issues. I don't think you'll have a problem with slow weight loss.