>I would have to admit that a lack of >self-esteem and self-love played a major role. I know what you mean. It's pretty much common knowledge that anorexia and bulemia are often the result of low self-esteem, correct? I was sexually abused as a child. I used to think I might have turned to food for comfort, thus, obesity. Now it's pretty clearn that insulin resistance led to obesity. But that doesn't rule out eating for comfort. This I *do* know; changing my diet made me feel like I was in control and few things feel as good as that, to me at least. Finally, at 33 years of age, I see myself as a strong, beautiful woman. The ability to love one's self, in my opinion, is just as important to your overall health as what you eat. Dori Zook Denver, CO