Patty I agree with Annette and Dawn. Don't take those type supplements. We were given a tool with our WLS. Now the honeymoon period is over and we have to actually WORK the tool. Dawn had great advice. Up the protein and water and if you aren't exercising, start. If you are change it up a bit. Our bodies get complacent with the same routine and needs change. Also measure. Even if you aren't losing pounds the inches may be going. And, most important, don't STRESS over it. Stress causes our bodies to retain pounds too. So, just let it go. Work the tool and wait a few weeks before you weigh again. The pounds will start going when your body is ready. Hope this helped!! Susan

I would also stay away from them.......the pills, diets and gimmicks is how we got to be where we were. Hang in there......up your water and protein. Make sure you are getting at least 80 oz of water per day and at least 80-100 g of protein. Lower your carbs. I know how you feel......I feel like the slowest loser EVER......I have been losing 2-4 pounds a month, (as opposed to per week). I get very frustrated as "normal" people should lose and average of 2 lbs. per week "eating right and exercising" and sometimes, even after surgery, I only lose that much in a month. The bright side is.......I lost 2 pounds 2 weeks ago and 2 pounds last week after not losing anything at all for 3 or so weeks (I stopped weighing, it was too depressing.....). I cut back on the carbs and upped the water. I have always done 3 shakes per day (each with 1.5 scoops) so the protein is not the problem here, but make those adjustments if you haven't already. If you are doing everything within range, then just hang in there. I was told by many people that they experienced a LONG stall at 8-9 months out, but that the losing DID begin again. It's just your body's way of catching up. Of course, adding more exercise will also help, but I am not great at following that advice, so I am not one to preach about it. Hang in there, you CAN do it!!!! Dawn

So I have a new yahoo id so if anyone wants to chat or exchage experiences feel free to give me a buzz [email protected] Thanx!!

So I have not lost a pound in over a month, and it's starting to get on my nerves, has anyone tried those "supplements" to burn fat?? or should I just stay away from them??? Gimme your thoughts please, I don't know what to do I'm at witts end lol

wow, Dawn...that actually does look hard. Congrats. Sounds like a lot of fun and quite an accomplishment. I bet you had a blast and laughed a lot while competing. Great pics. Hugs, Tabby