Hi!
The bars and shakes are known weight loss stallers for a lot of people on the forum so that might be your problem.

Also it doesn't matter what level of ketosis you are in...you are either in it or not. Most of the time the darker shades (on the strips) will be caused from not taking in enough water and being dehydrated. Yes, ketosis does mean you are burning fat. You don't have that much weight to lose so unfortunately, you can expect to lose slower than someone with a lot to lose. It will come off though.

I see by your profile that you haven't read any low carb books. I can't tell you how much getting and reading one will help you. Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution explains ketosis in detail and also the rules and regulations of the diet. If you decide to do something other than Atkins, get the book for it. I don't think I could have done this diet at all if I hadn't had the book to refer to often.

Glad to have you here with us and best of luck to you!