Thanks so much for the confirmation David!
It's been just over 3 weeks for me, all fructose free (except some hidden bits that snuck past me eg sugar in some dry crackers!)
I started with dextrose treats and as you suggested I gained weight - disconserting I must say, Then went with out even those for about 10 days, lost that extra 2kg and am feeling the 'hungry monster' subside.
Last night made some toffee popcorn (sugar free) cos I just wanted something sweet (honestly I can't believe I will ever equate sugar to broccoli!) It's was delicious, but I COULD NOT eat much at all. I was so disappointed and delighted at the same time. I wished I had eaten less of my main meal. And I think the penny has nowed dropped. It's one or the other NOT both!
Now I will work on adjusting my potion sizes so that I can 'have my cake and eat it too!' I notice when I was in hospital a year ago the portion sizes they served where far smaller than I was use to eating so maybe that will really help. I think eating slowly and savouring it (Boy that reminds me of my Mother) I think that will help too, if I won't be able to eat much I should take the time to enjoy it.
Noticed today I have lost another kilo....got to be happy with that! Feel like I am on the right track now. Will give you an update in a few weeks.
Cheers Angela