It really IS hard. My dr informed me in February that I have pre-diabetic blood sugar levels, among other things, and "prescribed" me a new diet to prevent it from worsening. It's been so hard; just thinking about maintaining this effort for the rest of my life is exhausting! You have my sympathy! Keep at it, though; I can't believe the changes in my health since I began making the effort. We can do it! :)