I think I have a copy of that book somewhere and I have read portions of it - I usually avoid regular (daily) sugar, but this last year and a half has been stressful at work and the chocolate has been liberally applied in our office as a topical treatment. :)
Aspartame is toxic and most of the other low calorie sweeteners turn out to have negatives. Stevia is the one I use now if I use any (in tea).
Michelle, I'm beginning to see some flat surfaces that are unencumbered by mail, newspapers, containers that need to be put away, etc. How about you?