2 weeks on MFP

amybyrd73

Hi everyone
I've been on MFP for just 2 weeks but so far I think this is going to be an amazing experience for me. I am 41, have psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia, and have about 100 pounds to lose. This 100 pounds did not come on overnight, even though it sure feels like it. I was once a normal sized girl and at my healthiest was 128 pounds. Then in 2000/2001 I went through some traumatic experiences and started gaining weight like crazy. For the last 13 years I have been miserable and never knew exactly what was causing my weight gain but never delved into finding out what it was that I was doing to cause such horror (I THOUGHT I ate well). I have recently discovered that metabolic syndrome goes hand in hand with my condition (hence the weight gain), which means that I can never eat like a normal person without consequence, and if I want to be healthy I need to take it into my own hands and be diligent about counting calories and aware of the foods I am choosing. I have realized that because of my health challenges, I have to be more aware than someone that does not have these challenges. Denial is not the road I want to travel down. My pain management doctor has advised me to go on a gluten/wheat free/lactose free/low glycemic diet which I am more than thrilled to do if it means a healthier me.

I am happy to be here and hope to meet other people who may be in the same position as I am. I am in Washington state (Tacoma area) and hope to find others near me for support.

I wish you all success on your journeys

All4Me2014xx

Welcome, and congrats on taking charge of your life/health. Keep in mind that not everyday will be a success, but over the long term, if you dedicate yourself to this new life, you will ultimately succeed. Good luck!

amybyrd73

Thank you!

amybyrd73

Anyone on here dealing with chronic illness(es) and weight loss in their 40's?