@unaluna:

Thanks for sharing! I've never heard of a Starch Solution diet. I'll look into it. I've never heard of black rice either. I'll check it out. Are you sure you're getting enough protein? You're retired, a big lifestyle change. No wonder you have to figure things out. I'm happy to hear you're not hungry and feel calm. That's great!

The emotional component is hard for me too. I find myself comforted by Kristen Neff's twenty minute TED Talk on self-compassion. How long have you been dieting for? Do you have a lot of weight to lose? Your calories sound admirable. Surely you will lose weight on those numbers!

Thanks for chiming in! Keep us posted as things evolve!

Ta!

Jane.