How come I only have 10 pounds to lose and its taking forever, when heavier people lose 10 pounds in a heartbeat?
It is not entirely clear why people with more to lose seem to lose it faster. One thing that is consistent is that even those with a lot to lose tend to have difficulty with the last 10-15 pounds. This may be an effect of the setpoint beginning to reach a healthy level and slowing down (along with your metabolism possibly). If you are having extreme difficulty with this diet there is a thread here called the Very Stubborn Set Point Club (VSSP) where you can trade tips and advice along with progress reports about what is working and what isn’t. Don’t give up, there is plenty of support on these boards to help you get to your ideal weight!
