If you are truly concerned about the cost......someone, I think it was Tina or Joni posted a recipe in the recipe section for whey based bars. There are always alternatives.......so DO NOT spend beyond your means. But, also, realize that you will not be spending $$$ in the drive thrus anymore, nor will you be spending that extra $2-$3 at the gas station or vending machines........and those little things really do add up.......so the cost of lites just may be less than what you used to spend on extras. I did not bulk up on lites........I think I purchased 10 weeks worth.......and that was all I could afford. I have not regretted that decision, as I found out that I cannot tolerate that much soy everyday within a few weeks. I am now doing the plan w/o bars. I did enjoy them though, and I think they are an excellent tool. You also may want to read Cassi's stickies on what LAWL is all about and newbie info
Welcome and best of luck to you