Desperate

hopeful156

Hello. My name is Rose and I am very new to writing on a board but I have become desperate. I am over the age of menopause and since then I have put on 40lbs. I had thyroid cancer 5 yrs ago and recently developed diabetes. I try one diet after another but don't seem to stick to them long term. I get very discouraged and loose my momentum when I see no change on the scale. I do know that I have a very slow metabolism and I am carb resistant. Therefore, I don't seem to be able to eat a typical ww menu. I have had the most success with a very low carb diet like Adkins but that diet involves too much fat, as now I find I may have a fatty liver. Also have high cholesterol and triglycerides. I feel I am a mess and don't know where or who to turn to. Is or has anyone gone or is going through this challenge too and where do or did you begin. Am I better off seeing a dietician or just struggle on my own?

Thank you to anyone who can help me shed some light on my situation.

Rose

123arb

I would see a dietician. Don't struggle because it could only get worse.

queenliz99

Welcome to MFP.

Definitely see a dietician. Do not struggle on your own. They can set you on the right path for success. Use this app to keep track of your food intake.

best wishes

editorgrrl

I have Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid disease), and I lost weight just like everybody else—by eating fewer calories than I burn. Learn to log everything you eat & drink accurately & honestly. Logging works.

I followed the advice in the Sexypants post: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1