Hi Christine I to started at 278 and had surgery on 10.12.04, I've lost 57 lbs. and for some time thought I was slow. You have to stay on track, Protein 1ST! (about 60g) then you have to get that 64 oz in any way you can, water, crystal light, decaf tea, just get yourself drinking... If you are doing all these things and are still concerned contact your surgeons office to talk to them they should have a nurse or dietitian who can help you by maybe upping your food intake (calories) to off set the cardio... but dont start eating more until you have discussed this with your doctor. Good Luck!!! Sherrie -57 lbs 10.12.04 Start of my new healthier life!

I definatly dump....Sometimes I can drink a few sips of regular coke--only on occasion when I really want it. I have had 1 mini m&m once and chewed up a starburst one day and spit it out. Starburst were my favorite. I wasnt trying to point you out on eating that Baby Ruth just didnt know if you were a dumper... I have thought about eating a piece of pecan pie at Christmas and would it have been worth it to dump. Almost did it and then backed out. Dumping is so miserable. Be glad you dont do it!!! Although I can see how tempting it would be to go back to regular food. I do miss regular ole sweet tea. Artificial sweetners just arent for me. We are all weak at times. We just gotta pick ourselves up and dust off. To err is human...

You didnt dump on that baby ruth?

YES! Plateau's suck! I was 3 mos out on the 7th. I havent lost anything for 3 weeks until this morning. I lost 1.5 overnight. It is a little encouraging but I dont want to wait 3 weeks to lose 1.5 pounds. Ugh, I know the feeling. Hopefully it will move on quickly! Christine 275/266/201/160

Hey Deborah Just wanted to tell you look great!~ congrats on your progress!