[Babposa]

Bahhhh! So frustrated! I've been at a steady 175.6 for the past three days now! Very disheartening since I'm only on VLCD8. I've been drinking plenty of water, eating only on protocol, but I have been drinking plenty of Crystal Light? I don't know what's wrong! I've been doing everything right...the only thing I've noticed is that I haven't gone "number 2" in a few days (sorry). Could this be the cause for my stall? What should I do to get things going again? Water just makes me pee alot! And I know it's not TOM related since I had that a while back.

Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a bunch!

[Zptmsemk]

I had my first 3 day stall on day 8 of the VLCD on my first round: 190, 190, 190.2...frustrating. Then on day 14, I had a 5 day stall. Misery.

Still, I did end up averaging 1/2 lb a day lost during that first round.

I'd definitely cut out the Crystal Light. It does have calories, doesn't it, and it is made up of lots of fake chemicals that can't be good for you. Try having water with lemon juice squeezed into it instead. And some magnesium will get things moving again internally.

Are you following Dr. Simeons' food list from the original P&I or one from another source? Sometimes that will make a big difference.

I'm sorry for your frustration, but things will pick up again. In the meantime, keep track of your measurements.