OK, I have read the other posts about plateaus and that they are to be expected...but I am soooo frustrated that the scale has not changed in 3 weeks. I was banded on 5/17 and proceed to lose 27lbs in no time. I DO see changes in parts of my body ( went from a 44DDD to a 40DD ) but don't want to lose all of it there! ...do plateauas last a certain amount of time as a rule? Does going back to liquids for 24/72 hours REALLY work? thanks for any suggestions...

GO back to basics....

Protein first 60 grams a day, then veggies, then fruits, then carbs if you have room.

drink atleast 64 oz of Water.

What is a typical days menu look like for you, break it down Breakfast, lunch , dinner and Iam sure we can help you out more.

It has only been a month, have you even had a fill yet? If not this could also be why your weight loss has slowed down, with an empty band it is normal to eat more and not lose as much.

hhhmmm, today I have had-

banana/oatmeal CerealRDT Protein drinkHonest Tea-PeppermintBeechnut Turkey/rice-veggiesBeechnut-sweet potatoesw/w choc mousse popRDT Protein DrinkBeechnut Chix & Stars

10 grams of fat, 767 calories, 81 grams of protein, 48oz of Water ( and still drinking )

and I have not had my first fill yet.. is scheduled for 7/11/05...thanks for responding!

Are you eating baby food? Are you on the mushy phase?

800 calories is not enough. If you are still doing baby food, you are still probably in the healing stage.

You need more food... and Water

wha hoo! I have lost another 4 lbs! I really pushed the water and protein and almost died when I got on the scale and sd I now weigh 267! I could cry I am so happy..spent last night trying on more clothes that now fit.. what a great feeling. I am learning with this not to get so discouraged and to take my time. It took YEARS for this weight to come on and will take time to take it off. thank you for all your support!