My enthusiasm for the Carbohydrate Addict's Lifespan Program (CALP) continues to be at an all time high. I can honestly say that I am not familiar with too many weight loss programs, but I can't imagine any of them allowing any and all foods like this one does. Of course there are foods that can slow or even stall my weight loss journey, but I will worry about that when I get to it.

I love this plan because I eat real food that I can buy at the supermarket. My cupboards are not filled with low carb, fat free, sugar free foods that are not eaten because they do not taste very good. Our meals continue to include foods that can be enjoyed by the entire family, and we do not have to go to the trouble of preparing two separate meals just so I can eat low carb.

The majority of our home prepared meals can be eaten as a Complementary Meal the following day minus any carbs. Our meats, poultry, and fish are seasoned with herbs and spices and any carbohydrate rich sauces are added as a side dish. If I do not have any leftover vegetables, I rely on canned green beans and add a bit of vinaigrette dressing for flavor.

Since most restaurants sell salad, protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates, I can still enjoy the pleasure of dining out whenever I choose. I have the option of what carbohydrate I add to my Reward Meal and as long I eat the same amount of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates, I am right on plan. My carbohydrate choices include bread, dairy, fruit, grains, legumes, pasta, rice, sweets, or any high carb vegetable (beets, carrots, corn, peas, potatoes, squash, or zucchini).

On June 27, 2008, it had been a month since I had taken my measurements or stepped on the scale. I was only six days shy of completing my fourth month on plan, but decided to record my progress since it had been a full month since the last time it was done.

Weight: 209 lbs.

Total inches lost over a four month period:
Chest: 3-1/2”
Waist: 5-1/2”
Hips: 3-1/2”
Arm: 1”
Leg: 2-1/4”

To be continued...