@NatalieJastrow:

Hmm, lots to think about. I'm striving to be "teachable" so i'm open to your ideas as i know you're just trying to help. I'll look into them all, just not right this second. Science evolves and perhaps new ideas have merit. I'll explore them and broaden my horizons! Glad to have you aboard as you sound as passionate about the subject of weight-loss as i am! And you sound like you are an avid reader as well, up-to-date on all the newest research!

I have lost weight before on a calorie-reduced diet. Fifteen years ago i dieted in this manner and lost 65 pounds in a year. So i know from experience that this method works for me and i figure if it's not broken, don't fix it, but this method may not be optimal as i may discover by looking into your ideas. I haven't really kept up with all the latest research so perhaps there are things for me to learn, new methods for me to explore.

Ta!

Jane.