The low carb diet does work and works fast. But, I've found that the weight will easily slip back on if and when you go off the diet. Plus, I had a really hard time sticking to the low carb diet. I'm Irish and was brought up to LOVE potatos and other high carb foods. I'm on slim fast right now, and it seems to be working. It's going off slowly, but at least it's working! LOL