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Waffela

Hi everyone!

I'm 25 and in the UK and looking to make a few friends for mutual encouragement and support around here.

I've struggled with my weight for over a decade, since I was a child, and as an adult have never been outside of an obese BMI.

I have 130lbs to lose. From my highest weight I have already lost 28lbs and kept it off for 2 years, but recently I have suspected that my knees are pre-osteoarthritic (if not already) and I have blood sugar swings akin to pre-diabetes. Before, my reasons to lose were purely vanity. Now, I am realising that my body is damaged and whilst I can't reverse it, I can make it more manageable and prevent it worsening. So that's why I'm here for the 50th and final time.

I want my body to be in it's best possible condition for my future, which is really just beginning, as I am planning to move out with my partner (flying the nest for the first time) in the coming months.

Feel free to add me if you're up for encouragement, body positivity, getting back up, and sparkly hugs

Polo265

Welcome. I'm new here too and was diagnosed as pre-diabetic a couple of years ago. Essentially, you cannot reverse the prediabetes (or diabetes), but you can get to normal glucose numbers and prevent it from being full blown T-2 diabetes and subsequently warding off damage as a result. Regarding your suspicions, I suggest you see a doctor. He/she will confirm and hopefully steer you on the right path. Incidentally, Type 2 diabetes is hereditary.