Hi hun,
LT was a lifesaver for me as, like you I'd tried loads of diets and spent most of my life (since about 15) trying to shift weight. It is hard, especially in the first fortnight, but it definitely works if you stick to it. This forum is invaluable for help, support and advice.
Like every diet though, it is the maintaining that is the hardest thing to do, if you slip back into your old habits the weight will go on again! LT does re-educate your eating habits you just can't drop into them again! I am encouraged that I crave salad all the time! Oh for a raw carrot at the mo! And some grapes! Sorry, I got side-tracked there!!!!
Good luck and keep in touch and let us know how you are doing.
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