This is really difficult.  I am still reading the book.  So I probably don't properly understand the program yet.  I've gained weight since I started changing my diet to be in-line with what I've read.

We have out-of-town guests coming in about 10 days.  I was so hoping to be selected for the study so I could quick start this weight loss but, alas, I guess I didn't meet the criteria.  Wasn't chosen.

So now I'm uncomfortble in my clothes and I guess I'm going to revert to the old tried and true weight loss method which consists of calorie restriction; portion reduction and applying what I remember from Weight Watchers.  None of the deadly 4 whites....white potatoes, white rice, pasta or white breads. 

I've been working in hospitals as a registered nurse since 1984.  Totally burned out.  Stressed out.  Looking for a change.  The other day at work I asked one of our physicians, "When you have someone come into your office and you see, let's say, their blood pressure is too high and their cholesterol also is too high; you put them on medications to get these problems under control.  Then, later, when their lab work is improved and things are looking better, is their anyone who takes these people aside and discusses with them lifestyle changes they can make to eventually get off of these medications?"  The answer was no, there's no one. 

Got the e-mail today looking for people to participate in the study.  Oh, I hope to be selected.  But even if I'm not it's OK and I'll learn from the group who is selected.  This is fabulous information and I'm eternally grateful to Dr. Hyman for what he's sharing with us all.