> my guess is that humidity of the island saps alot of water from you quicker than normal. <

Maybe. Early before sunrise, it can be close to 90% but since it is cool - at least now - it doesn't seem like a problem. During the day it usually drops rapidly to the 60% range (today was at 78% and dropped to 56%). In any case, it isn't nearly as bad as south Georgia in summer!

> Monday, tuesday & wednesday features more protein. (soy, nuts) <

Don't suppose steak or other meat, fish, poultry is an acceptable sub for the protein? After all, the idea is to maximize my present diet.

> thursday - sunday features more carb (PBJ, spagetti, bread...) <

Well, that part is fairly easy for me at least!

Bob