I have to say I've been pretty frustrated since the beginning of the year trying to lose weight. Well, duh, I think I just figured out my problem. I've been on a statin and hypertension meds. No wonder I've been struggling, and nothing is working. I just found this info in the tips section:

Medications - There are a number of medications that can and will hinder your weight loss. Most notable are diuretics ("fluid pills"), both prescription and over-the-counter types. These will initially seem to make you lose MORE weight, as you lose excess body fluid. But when you are in active ketosis the LACK of fluid will inhibit fat-burning. Unfortunately, medications that are intended to lower your cholesterol will inhibit the liver from converting fat to glycogen, thus decreased fat-burning.

And duh, Akins mentions this in his DANDR.

Now that I think about it, ever since I've been on those damn meds I feel like **** (fatigue from Lipitor) and all screwy with water weight. This has to be the root of the problem, I never had trouble getting in shape in the past. Hell I used to eat tons of carbs, exercise, and lose alot. I also think that is why I feel bad in ketosis, like my body is not adapting well.

I'm going to switch to a natural program of Taurine, CoQ10, Carnitine, Garlic, and Fish Oil after I chat with my doc.