How many calories are you taking in a day, and what sort of exercise (if any) do you do?

I've gone off and back on a few days-- added fat, etc...no changes on the scale. The doc and nut said if I am not hungry, there's no need to up my intake. I only get "mouth hungry" not stomach hungry. I've increased fat, supplements and water, still lose slowly. I suspect, Abbie, it has to do with our pre-op losses. I've lost 81 since surgery, but 150 this year, y'know?

It seems like we're all in the same boat. Just like you, I'm doing everything I know to do and the scale has not moved for about a month. My personal trainer wants me to step up the intensity of my workouts, he thinks that my body has grown accustomed to the level of activity I do: 2 days of strength training, 3-4 days of cardio and bozing lessons 2-3 times a week. Perhaps you need to do more than just walking? Building up some more muscle mass makes your metabolism work harder and burn more fat. I've lost only half of my excess weight at 7 months out yet my arms and waist are getting pretty defined. Hang in there, we're all going to get there. *fingers crossed*

I'm with Abbie, you aren't a freak and I too am wondering if you are eating enough? I eat about 1000-1100 calories a day too. I upped it to there from 750-900 calories a day in mid-January and broke my 33 day stall. (I lost 12 lbs, but now I'm in another stall, no way am I upping my calories again though If your body is only absorbing, say, 500 of the 850 calories you consume, it probably is throwing a fit and holding on as much as it can. And if you are exercising, your body is probably really fighting you. I would think the more you are bypassed the more calories your body will need so it can absorb enough and be happy enough to let go of the weight. Like someone with a DS, they need to eat 2500-5000 (depending on gender and height) in order for their bodies to be at that happy place to drop the weight. I know not all NUTs are the same, but my NUT told me 1000-1200 is a good range for me to be in this part of the journey. (Just saw her on Wednesday). I'd check with your NUT to see if s/he thinks it might help to up your calories some. I know this is frustrating for you ((HUGS)) Good luck! Andi

I've been dealing with major head games lately too, so I completely understand (((Heidi))). You do realize how wonderful you have done so far, right? Take a look at your before picture; look how far you have come! Of course you feel skinnier cause you are a lot skinnier! And you will get to goal. You just need some time. Your goal isn't outlandish or unattainable. So you can totally do this! You just have to be patient, it'll happen. (I feel like a hypocrite telling anyone to be patient. I'm the least patient person I know. ) Andi