<<Disclaimer: Verify this information before applying it to your situation.>> Thanks to all that responded to my question about what is a low-carb diet. Here is the summary of those responses. ********* If you are to believe the author of the book: Eat Right For Your (Blood) Type by Peter D'Adamo, it all depends on your blood type. Low carb is good for some and others need them. The book will tell you if you are eating the right foods for your type. ********** It depends on which low-carb plan you are following. Go to : http://members.tripod.com/~dietman2 for explanations of Lots of varieties! I am following Protein Power/Zone myself. ********** Under 20 grams. *********** Men - 60 grams Women - 40 grams Husband lost 40 pounds in 3 months/ 1 and 1/2 yrs. ago. Low-carb cookbooks available in libraries. ********** Atkins Diet Protein Power Diet Less to begin with then gradually increase. 30 grams to start with and 55 grams or less to lose weight. ****************** 20 - 80 grams. Key, when you start craving sweets to cut down on carbs. **************** Low-Carb website at @malestrom.stjohns.edu ***************** One person became allergic to rice, by giving up rice, lost 6 lbs in 2 weeks. ***************** www.syndicomm.com/lowcarb.html **************** Protein Power has 2 plans. 30 grams for those who have a lot to lose and 55 grams for those who have less to lose. In the meantime you should eat plenty of protein as well. The protein requirements depend on your body and your exercise habits. *********** I don't personally believe in low carb diets. This is an opinion based on my own research and knowledge of the needs for carbs in a persons daily diet. I am a diabetic and had to learn all about carb utilization and the way the body not only metabolizes carbs but uses carbs for important daily functions. The point is that a low carb diet is detrimental to important brain function and one should be cautious when practicing low carb intake. In fact, a well rounded diet of carbs, fat and protein with a good exercise program and a daily calorie intake not exceeding 1800 would be your best approach in the long run and would enable you to keep the weight off easier. These are all suggestions based on 30 yrs of experience working with dieticians and doctors. Please take this advise for the way I give it as a concerned person. You should do some research on the subject. *********** Thanks again for the replies. My diet plan right now is the words of Rosie O'Donnell, "Eat Less and Move More!" Becky W.