Question:
I've lost 100 lbs in 4 1/2 mos. but my weight has stopped -

I have been on this "plateau" for about 1 month now. Have I lost all I am going to lose? I dont like water, but I drink hot tea and liquids all the time - exercise everyday. I still do not like meats, but I try to eat soups, and vegetables. I do however, snack on salty things (it stays down at least)! I still eat very little and can not understand not losing any pounds. I am losing inches - according to my clothes, but I want to see those scales MOVE. Any suggestions?    — Susan G. (posted on March 17, 2002)

March 17, 2002
Hi Susan, One hundred pounds in four and a half months is outstanding. Maybe your body is adjusting to the rapid loss and needs some time. I worry that you are not getting the meats. Are you getting enough protein in? Also if you are exercising, you could be burning more calories than you are taking in so your body has gone into starvation mode. With inches still going, the scale will catch up. Have you had your bloodwork done since surgery? Were your stats OK?
   — grammie5

March 17, 2002
No doubt you spent a lot of time at this weight in the past. Its NORMAL for our bodies to remember and stall out for a time on the way DOWN! I stalled at about 242 pounds and was unhappy. This happened tp be my high school graduation weight. Guess what? I now weigh 188 see my profile. Your doing grat, enjoy being one of the big loosers!
   — bob-haller

March 18, 2002
Congratulations on the weight loss!! That's a tremendous amount of weight in such a short time. One thing to think about, is salt. You indicated you eat a lot of salty foods. Maybe you might be retaining water due to that salt??
   — Patty H.