Well this is my first post here. I'm 5 1/2 months out. I've lost 86 pounds so far. The stalls are real and you reach your first one about 2 to 3 months out. I'm a member of another forum from day one post op and just like they said it happened. I was so depressed, it lasted for two weeks or more. Note we lose more than weight, we lose harmones ladies and muscle if we are not active. Next even if you take your vitamins and drink your protein shake. Next is the hair lost. Notice given again from another forum. It's happening to me. But they also sais it grows back. I'm taking 10,000 mils of Biotin. It's helping a bit. Or it might be in my mind. As far as the calorie intake. I know to lose the weigh that you must stay under 600 cals. No it's not enough to live off of. By my 2 oz stomach will not holdall that food and liquids in one day. Or I will be calling Earls in the toilet. I remind myself that I didn't go through this for nothing. And to listen to my pouch. I must lose this weight. Period. Good luck to everyone. This is indeed a journey.