Roxy, glad to hear you're back home and getting better!

Check out the American Heart Assoc. They are really into low fat. You might find something helpful there. We bought one of their cookbooks several years ago when our cholesterol levels went through the roof. They have some good recipes.

For spreads, we use Smart Balance products: spread, mayo. We use light or fat free everything: dressings, spreads, yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream, milk. Also, Egg beaters and I Can't Believe Its Not Butter spray (made from buttermilk). And really, a little goes a long way. Spread lightly.

This stuff won't taste the same at first and yes the texture is a bit different, but you are so committed that you are going to do just fine. Soon you will be like us and you will soon prefer the taste/texture of the healthier foods you are now eating. I now don't care for the taste of ground beef.

Keep us informed on your progress and hope your feeling better every day.