I really like this diet too. I don't follow it anymore but still buy the shakes and bars. None of it bothers me. It is hard to keep your carb count down at times. I have tried to get others to do this diet but they had a hard time sticking to it. Its nice being able to find things that aren't loaded with sugar and all that stuff. I have always been pleased with this diet and still buy Atkins things when I can. You seem to find less and less in stores these days. They do have a variety online though. It is worth a try but it can be hard sticking to.