You have warned me about this. But at the time I was so glad just to be losing I didnt take it on board. Now I'm only 5 lbs away and dropping like a stone I've got to start thinking...more research...oh lord!!
Whilst it is important to research, I would urge you not to over-complicate things by making too many changes. I started by simply just having slightly larger portions of everything I was eating, figuring if I upped the calories........ My loss moderated, but didn't stop.
I then decided to add something, but wanted it to be something I didn't think I would be too bothered if I either had to back out, or trim portion size. Roasted peanuts it was! Not wanting the hassle of constant measuring, I settled on a heaped egg-cup full, with my lunch, or as a nibble whilst dinner is in the creation. (Such a serving is about 30g.) Same result. Nearly, but not quite. I couldn't increase the peanut dose as I'm tolerating them better I thought I might. (Eaten beyond modest portions, I get,................ well. You know.)
And finally, I added cheese. Initially, I did this in the form of a Babybel (again) because of the ease of measuring the portion size, and the ability to replicate for scientific purposes. That drove me to drink! More seriously, I also added a little more red wine, from time to time, although I've actually drunk very, very little since I've been back in UK. Of course, that will change when Mr B is back here next week.
So, that's how I approached my own situation. As things were slowing up, I had a few false dawns where I thought I had reached the Holy Grail, only to lose again, so it does take some patience.
I'm hoping that will help you grasp why I suggest not waiting until you're actually where you want to be, after all, it's not going to be possible just to add back in all the things you have shelved.
Where will your 5lbs take you in terms of BMI? I realise that's not the most fabulous measure of health, but it's probably a consistent measure we can all use.
Good luck gurl.