I know how you feel, and the hunger pains are worse, which i have cheated not really bad, i kinda munch on the quakes rice chips, yeah i know i shouldnt, but i dont do it all the time.. lol but i have had no problems, i do feel even when i eat soups im hungry right away, and ill have to drink a protein shake which helps.. i recently made tomato soup with onions, ocra, and spinach & garlic.. really good, something different.. i get my first fill on the 30th, i cant wait.. iv never wanted a salad so bad...lol