Well, I did say that there are exceptions to everything. I still think that my suspicions would hold true. I have some friends who do a week or two of lowcarb once in awhile to drop 10 or 15 pounds. It works great for them. John ---------- Hi I started low carb needing to lose 5 lbs at least. I now need to lose 12 lbs. Yes, I"m another gainer. (RE: some or those who do lose needed to lose less than 30 lbs-J.Pavao) Sincerely,m P`ATRICIA .