The only way I have been able to keep my weight off is to weigh daily and count calories, etc. As soon as i stop doing that I get fat. So I did that a few times and no more. Some might think it is excessive but it works for me. So counting I do not do but it works for UL. WE are all a little crazy in our own ways) I am glad you took your GF to see it because it has helped to shape who you are.