Hi Judy, I know there's a plateau buster recipe out there and I just went back to my basics - 3 meals a day - only protein (though now any protein is okay so it was a lot better than the 1st 6 weeks post-op.) for a week. It worked well, both mentally and physically as I was able to drop the 5 lbs I had gained and had stuck around for a couple of weeks. Head for the library and check out any of the low-carb cookbooks. They are usually higher in protein and the lower carbs is good at keeping you from dumping. Doesn't cost anything and you can get some great recipes. Dawn

I have been on a plateau from hell! I don't think I have dropped a lb in almost two months. Well as of this morning, I weighed 155! I think I broke it! I haven't really changed anything other than drinking more fluids. I didn't eat alot over the weekend either which may of had something to do with it. I am just hoping that it will stay here and not go back to the 160's. I also started my period on Friday so I know some of my bloat last week was from that. This has been a pattern for me throughout this whole journey. Plateau and then lose a chunk all at once. But I will take what I can get at this point. I was beginning to wonder if I was done. Now I have people telling me I look skinnier lately. I didn't see it until this morning when I really looked at myself. But I am far from skinny. My wrists and shoulders look tiny but my butt still looks huge to me. Probably always will. I will take new pics so you all can be the judge. Hope this finds you all well and healthy. Take care, Lori 281/155/140 15lbs from goal! November 9th, first plastics consult!!

Hi ladies, I've been working alot of overtime and I haven't had the time to log on. So I was surprize to see the new site. I hope you girls have been doing fine. I was down to 182 last week but I have gain 4 pounds since the weekend. It,s almost time for my vistor and she makes me gain. I hope I'll be able to log on when I get home this evening. Chat later!!!! Carolyn 284/182/186.....and like always wish I could be 160ish.......!

Hi All, Has anyone else started having elevated liver enyzmes? Mine started at the end of March and though I've heard it is common for post-ops my biggest concern is that they've been elevated since I had a low-grade temp for a month. I've been through 2 batteries of tests over the last month or so and now will be having a liver biopsy at the end of next week. Just wanted to see if anyone is experiencing similiar issues. Dawn

Thanks for your comments everyone, by the way I am on the right side of the picture. This is an amazing tool, and I did not dream how it would change my life. For example, I just toook an hour long spin class at 24 hour fitness. I never thought I would be able to do that. Have a great week eeveryone!