Dang, cbhungry, you are way smart! Thanks for a good analysis of the study.

Since the diet worked for me, I have my own research bias

I rationalize it this way. The potential damage the diet may do is outweighed by the proven damage that obesity does do. Also, although I still limit carbs, I don't come anywhere close to the Atkins recommended levels anymore. My thing is long distance riding and I just have to have a some carbs to fuel that passion.

Thanks again,
Lou