How long does it take to relose the weight that comes back after going off Atkins and starting CAD?
I keep creeping upward and am up 2.5 lbs total.
My Reward Meals have been balanced and not excessive amounts.
Yesterday I had a piece of chicken breast, aparagus with mayo, and about 1 cup of watermelon so you see that isn't a lot but it was all I wanted.

Usually you lose it within a week. 2.5 pounds weight gain is not abnormal. Usually the gain is 2-3. Are you using the veggies from the CM list. Some Atkins veggies are not allowed on CAD. It does make a difference. You can gain weight on CAD, eating non-CM vegetables at CM. It's about the insulin response.

No, I'm staying with the list that is in the book. Thanks for reminding me to watch it. I'm saving my broccoli and avocado for Reward Meals.