I began the Carbohydrate Addict's Lifespan Program, also known as CALP, on March 3, 2008. I read the book several years ago and was successful in losing about 50 lbs. the first time I tried it. I find it an easy program to follow and failed the first time because I was looking for a quick fix to my weight problem. I weighed myself everyday and when I did not see the scale move, I decided to change to Atkins. I believe I was able to get the scale to drop a few pounds but was unable to continue the Atkins Diet because I was missing the foods I could not live without.

I re-read the book in March and was ready to begin CALP for the second time. I had not weighed myself in a couple of years and chose not to get on a scale because I did not want to become obsessed with it. I took my measurements five days after I began CALP so I would have some sort of record to track my progress.

I have come to the conclusion that CALP is the plan for me since it is so easy to do. I follow the book when it comes to my meals, and the only measurement tool I use are my eyes. I begin every morning with two cups of black coffee and am not usually hungry until late morning or noon time. When I eat a Complementary Meal (CM), I make sure I balance my protein and vegetables with an equal amount of each. My Reward Meal (RM), always begins with a bowl of salad and then I balance my protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates with an equal amount of each. Chocolate is my carbohydrate of choice and is usually included every other day.

To be continued.......