If you re-read everything you just typed. I can already see about 5+ of your problems. If you're 100% serious about losing the weight.

1. cut the sweet tea
2. cut out the beer
3. eat more than just 1 full meal a day (try maybe fruits & veggies??). 1 FULL meal a day really isn't healthy, even though a lot of people do it.
4. yes, water does keep your body/system clean...have you asked the doc about water pills? i've heard of some friends using those to lose weight
5. exercise ... ever thought about contacting a personal trainer? they can tell you exactly what areas you need to work on, as well as which foods would best help fit the look you're going for.


hope that helps!!