Dear Puddytat55, I'm also new to this site. And I know what you mean about people not understanding. I always feel funny at social gatherings when people stare at my plate. I only put bite size pieces of anything because I'm afraid to eat in public lest it lead to an attack. I have IBS with constipation and I can go weeks without being able to "produce". The worst kind of attacks for me is when I have pain urgancy and just can't go. Did you start this diet yet? I'm also very relieved to not be alone. I hope you feel better soon. Chany