Maintenance/Stop Losing

[HealthyLifeStyle 351]

I am looking for some advice on how to stop losing weight. I just want to maintain. I already increased my carbs, and portions. I never thought I would be asking how to STOP losing weight, LOL. I am just afraid I am looking too skinny now. My face is starting to look old, and drawn out. My collar bone is sticking out, and it doesn't look good.

[Creekimp13 5,841]

This question deserves a visit to your Dietician. They are wonderful at figuring out good healthy strategies to adjust weight in either direction.

[WishMeSmaller 1,274]

I am in the same boat right now. I am trying to add healthy fat to my diet, since it doesn’t fill me up like carbs. For instance, I am using more olive oil in my salad dressings and eating more avocado. I am also eating more oatmeal and fresh fruit, often as Snacks. I literally feel like I am eating all day right now. My weight loss is definitely slowing, but I am still in the process of finding balance. Talking to a dietitian is a great option, and you can dial things in for what works with your tummy.

[catwoman7 11,234]

I wouldn't try too hard. The vast majority of us regain 10-20 lbs without trying in year 2 or 3, before our weight settles and stabilizes (unfortunately, some gain way more than that if they're not careful). Also, fat redistributes a bit and you start looking better, even if you don't gain or lose anything. My "ancient", drawn face gradually looked a bit fuller and healthier.

I swore I wouldn't be one of "those" people who experienced a rebound, yet----here I am! (I bottomed out at 138 - now I bounce around in the 150s and have been here for c. three years).