First day of South Beach Phase I was fine until evening.� Didn't realize how hungry I'd get in the absence of carbs.� Had to pick up the book to see what I could snack on and stay within the plan.� It indicates that 8-12 pounds weight loss is possible in the two weeks of that phase.� Will play it by ear about doing a 3rd week of it before going to the more flexible phase 2.� Weight 212.8 this a.m.