Thanks for all the advice. I went to Amazon and she has several nutrition books there, in addition to the one recommended.

DH went to see Chris Carmichael speak at the local tri club last night and got his book on training, too, which includes a chapter on nutrition.

I'm putting all of this information together in my nutrition plan, just trying to figure out what I can do with what I already have, you know?

The iPhone app is really handy. It's easier than taking notes by hand and trying to track all the math from day to day. I've lost four pounds since I started on it, but what it's really showing me is the percentages of protein (low, which is why I'm wondering about the protein powder), carbs, and sodium (high, so I have to be careful of prepared or seasoned foods).

It's the journey, right?

Roxy