I've been struggling with my weight most of my life. I'm a woman of many sizes: everything from a 5 to a 18. I've tried all sorts of diets and diet programs; Fit For Life, Beverly Hills, Overeaters Anonymous, and Weight Watchers to name a few. I even did a hospital sponsored class called "The Hunger Within". In the past,I could always lose weight, just not keep it off. Being in my 50's and going through menopause hasn't helped my slow metabolism.

Just counting calories and recording here keeps me accountable. I've read about The Belly Fat Cure and ordered the book. Hopefully it will arrive soon. For now I'm trying to keep to the 15/6 (15 grams of sugar and 6 servings of carbohydrates) a day. I'm hoping this is a plan I can stick with.

My daughter is getting married in July and I have a goal of being 20 pounds lighter before then.