So far I'm on my first round (maybe last) on VLCD 18, lost 11 lbs- and have noticed that anymore when I sit at the computer my butt hurts a bit because I don't have as much cushion! What a great feeling although it hurts!! Haha. Also, I don't think its just my imagination, but my ring is getting loose on my finger! Puts a big smile on my face. What does everyone else notice, even when the scale might not be showing it?!?