Question:
I can't seem to crack the 160# mark! I keep trying to get below 160 and am stuck.

This weight has been maintained for the past 12 weeks. I've done what I was supposed to to as far as eating properly and taking my supplements but recently had fainting spells due to anemia. Also, noticed heart palpatations of late. I am really concerned since I am 14mos out and should be well at my goal of 145# - currently 162.5 +/- given the day. My BMI is 27 and I wear sz 12/14 even some tens. My stools are also very black since my fainting spell and that is also an unusual occurance. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.    — Tracy D. (posted on August 9, 2003)

August 9, 2003
Tracy, It sounds to me like you might have a lower GI bleed. Have you been to your doctor? If you haven't, you really need to be checked out. Black stools and a low hemoglobin with fainting spells need to be addressed. You may even need a blood transfusion. As far as your weight goes, maybe it's your body's way of telling you that it is comfortable where it is. I think we all have a "set point" as far as weight goes. But please, go see your physician or go to the ER ASAP. Lisa
   — Lisa H.

August 9, 2003
Black stools are usually an indication of old blood, and that you are bleeding some where. Call your doctor or go to the ER immediatley.
   — Robin T.