Hi, all I can say is please do persevere. It really gets better. It appears that we all have different reactions to starting this plan, and that it does take about 4 -5 weeks to settle into it. For me it was sleepless nights and raging thirst. I had it o haven’t done it for long, didn’t have a lot to lose but this way of eating has balanced my body like never before -I’m even all over and happy with my size. There are many things you can try -I find easiest not to eat until evening on a fast day, drink just water or tea without milk, but again, what is very clear us that everyone is so different as are our reactions, and finding what is best for one person is the route to success. Don’t worry about putting on a little weight -it will disappear along with more, soon. Good luck!