Question:
I am 8 weeks post op and have only lost 1 pound in the past 5 weeks what is the

I am 8 weeks post op and have only lost 1 pound in the past 5 weeks what is the problem. I work out of ran hour on M-W-F and drink about 50 oz's of water and I try to eat a lot of protein. I've read all the plateau stories but have not read one that has lasted for 5 weeks. Please advise.    — Monica T. (posted on August 23, 2003)

August 23, 2003
Hey Monica - I am sorry that your plateau has lasted so long. *SIGH* I have been on one for 3 weeks now and I am thinking it has something to do with my thyroid being unstable. (I'll know for sure Monday morning when I call about my lab results) Have you had your labs done yet? Also, does your surgeon require that you to keep track of how many carbs you are eating?
   — Kim W.

August 23, 2003
Hi Monica, The library has several posts from people who have plateaued for long periods of time. If you are sticking to the plan really well, you may be gaining muscle mass, but losing the weight. When I am on one of my regular plateaus which last several weeks, I lose inches. Best of luck -
   — M B.