Hello. My name is Carmen. I am the classic yo-yo dieter. Much like the polar bear, I put on my fat for the winter and shed it in the spring in time for summer. I've tried, it seems, every diet on the planet and the only one that seems to work for me is Dr Atkins. I have to follow a strict regimen which is the theory of Atkin's and must keep the wrong food out of my house. The advantage for me is that I have done the Atkin's diet, off and on, since 1998. I am a pro at it. The disadvantage now, is that I'm getting older and have acquired some health conditions over the last few years. These health conditions require medications that put and keep the weight on making dieting more of a struggle than it's ever been in my life. But, I am determined. I have several events coming up in the next year and I will meet my goal weight. Wish me luck!!