Thanks so much for the information! I wasn't sure what that pain in my sternum was all about, but I wouldn't be surprised if it was hunger because I haven't been eating much at all! Because I am not eating, I am not losing, either. It has been nearly a week now without a smidge of weight loss. I am trying really hard to get in the protein, but it just isn't happening. I am going to have to start using that dreaded protein powder. Sounds like we are very similar with our progress. Please keep me informed of any of your changes. I would love to hear of your progress!