Wanda,

I didn't mean to suggest that Atkins created the net carb theory as I knew it was created by others, just that he has now incorporated into his plan and I assume that he has tested the net carb theory with his own research. I am sure Atkins realizes that if people stop losing weight on his plan because of the net carb theory and from eating his products, not only would he not be able to sell the products but his whole empire would crumble (including the selling of his books). Therefore, I trust not only his ideas but also his business sense.

In addition, I know of many people on Atkins (including myself) who do eat the Atkins bars and other products and lose weight consistently. Others do not and yet are still in a stall. That's why, until I stop losing weight, I am going to stick with the Atkins plan as closely as possible, including his ideas on net carbs and Atkins products. I think it will make it easier for me to stay on this WOL permanantly.

Thanks for our input and ideas.