Feel like I'm dying...

sp53

Speaking from personal experience, depression may be the main problem, or at least the first thing to address. Any number of physical problems may be causing you to be fatigued/depressed, in which case trying to lose weight is just an added punishment. Depression, whatever the etiology, is treatable. Don't give up!

darlilama

Have you ever had a sleep study done? Your lack of energy, ease of falling asleep at unwanted times during the day, and failure to awaken feeling rested are CLASSIC symptoms of sleep apnea. In sleep apnea, your breathing is either obstructed and/or intermittently stops while you're asleep, meaning that you never sleep for more than a few consecutive minutes at a time and thereforre are never actually rested. In addition, untreated sleep apnea dramatically raises your risk of heart disease and stroke, auto accidents, etc.

The condition can occur in anyone at any age, but it is far more common in the middle aged and older and in the overweight.

If you've never been tested, ask your doctor to order a sleep study for you.

This was exactly what popped into my head. Sounds like you may be doing better… but why? If you are fortunate, it was some medical or mental phase that has passed. If you're really not able to lose weight, you need to work with a doctor who will help you… you may need a dietician or nutritionist. Whatever you do, don't stop trying and don't stop caring! Getting older really does suck and we can't always control what time does to us. But, we can do our best to control what we can and hopefully that helps! Stay with it! Let us know how it goes.

MFR1974

Have you tried getting a second opinion from a different doctor? I'm amazed at what one provider will test for versus the next. Have you been tested for hypothyroidism? I know it's uncommon in men..but it might explain a lot. Also, I'd pursue Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care. This is a specific kind of chiropractic that can help get your nervous system working again if it has been pinched and is operating poorly. I'm so glad you posted. MFP users will take good care of you if you stay connected. Take good care and don't be too hard on yourself.

douglernerold

Thanks for your new posts people.

I'm about to go out for "end of the year soba" with a friend (healthy) but thought I would post a quick followup:

1. My thyroid is normal.

2. There is no mystery as to why I'm not losing weight - I'm eating too many calories! I know if I can stay on a diet I will lose weight. I have never had a problem with weight coming off IF I stay on a low-calorie diet. I just haven't been able to for a long time.

I guess I've lost and rebounded so many times it's just hard to get into it again...

Thanks,

doug

Elizabeth_C34

Today, my husband lost one of his best friend's to an obesity-related disease at the age of 49. It was horrific to see someone so wonderful die so young from a disease that was preventable. By the time we realized how bad his situation was, it was just too little too late. Don't end up like this. Take care of yourself. You deserve to live a great quality life, and I know those who care for you feel the same way.

Anyway, just thought I'd share in hopes that it can help keep you motivated to live better than our friend did. It sure has us remotivated.

dianeinthemuk

Good luck, Doug, and happy new year! It is the beginning for many of us. (I've taken a month off from "behaving" myself, and will get back on the horse on Sunday).

I hope that you are able to find the balance that works for you. :-)

dovesgate

Hey Doug! I'm glad to see you are still hanging in there.

I'm concerned about the low calorie crash diets you keep doing though and your admission that you have lost and regained to many times it is hard to try again.

Stop doing low cal crash diets? Slow and steady wins the race. Use the tools available to you to find out what your maitenance calories are supposed to be and slowly decrease your intake to meet those levels. Then slowly decrease your calories again to under maitenance to start creating your deficit. If you're eating way over then depending on your weight you could lose weight to start just by going down to maitenance.

Happy New Year whether you decide to get back on the horse or not.

shakybabe

Have you had your thyroid checked? even if its 'borderline' it might not be high enough for you personally. Men can get under active thyroid although its much more rare in men than women, but not unheard of.

Try some kelp supplements in the meantime to help boost your thyroid function whilst your having it checked out. Avoid soy its not good for people whose thyroid are suffering and is often a frequent ingredient in a vegan/vegetarian lifestyle which maybe why you felt so bad on it?

There's also a link between nut and wheat intolerances and thyroid problems.. try avoiding this, try some kelp supplements and see if your doctor will run a thyroid panel for you. (T3, T4 & TSH)

Good luck.

therealjanelle

Hi Doug!
I'm just throwing this out there since you mentioned the passing of your dog a while ago.
Is there a local animal shelter at which you could volunteer? Taking dogs for short walks or just tossing a ball for them can do wonders for them and for you! I find it easier to do an activity when I'm doing it for someone else. Maybe you'd feel more motivated if you knew your activity was helping the dogs? Since you have experience with dogs, maybe you could even do basic obedience training. That would be both physically and mentally stimulating without being too intense. Since you've had several life challenges that seem to have brought you down, helping shelter pets might give you something to feel positive about, too!

Alachofra15

see you've said your thyroid is normal - so I'm deleting this - never mind! Good luck and well done for asking for support

MaximalLife

These are the consequences of unhealthy living.
Do what you can and run everything past your doc.

In time you'll be enjoying the rewards once again.

2sexy4myself

You might also want to have your doctor check your sodium levels. If you a drinking a lot of water, you will want to make sure you are getting enough sodium. I was on a low sodium, low fat diet and after a couple months, I felt my energy drain. I read an article about low sodium and noticed I had the same symtoms. I started adding salt to my meals again and my energy picked up. Good luck Doug! and please do not give up.

nenamartinez

I think people have said most of what I was going to say.

I just wanted to remind you that there a lot of other people starting their journeys just like you! We've been up and down, too. Most of us have failed more times than we can even count.

Read tons of success stories and visualize your goal as much as you can to stay focused.

I also have a hard time waking up (Not as hard as you, I don't think), but I try to drink a huge glass of water the moment I wake up. I'll admit that it sorta makes me want to throw up for a while. But after about 10 minutes, I feel awesome. So that's probably worth a try, if mornings are your kyrptonite like they are for me.

Luandanielle1979

Hey Doug,
I wish you every success on your journey draw a line under the past and set yourself up for dealing with what you need to do from today. Dont deprive yourself you need to eat plenty of healthy filling foods that arnt going to leave you hungry. You already hae little energy.

All the best for 2012 and I beleive in you Doug. Dont let anything stop you making yourself better. The little steps will make all the difference. Get all the support you can on here. If you ask for help you will get it.

New you Doug go for it mate :O) x

youngmum

The thing that has helped me most with energy levels has been exercise. Yes it is hard to start, but start slow. Build up. You will get stronger and you will become more energetic. Every day tasks will become easier for you when you are stronger.

RVGirl10

Hi Doug! Well, today is Tuesday and you last posted on Friday. How are you doing? I'm so glad you are regaining control over your life. I know from experience how very hard that can be.

Hang in there. You aren't in this alone.

-Karen

douglernerold

Hey Doug! I'm glad to see you are still hanging in there.

I'm concerned about the low calorie crash diets you keep doing though and your admission that you have lost and regained to many times it is hard to try again.

Stop doing low cal crash diets? Slow and steady wins the race. Use the tools available to you to find out what your maitenance calories are supposed to be and slowly decrease your intake to meet those levels. Then slowly decrease your calories again to under maitenance to start creating your deficit. If you're eating way over then depending on your weight you could lose weight to start just by going down to maitenance.

Happy New Year whether you decide to get back on the horse or not.

Hi. I have never done a low calorie crash diet. My low-calorie diets are always around 1800 calories on average.

doug

douglernerold

Hi Doug! Well, today is Tuesday and you last posted on Friday. How are you doing? I'm so glad you are regaining control over your life. I know from experience how very hard that can be.

Hang in there. You aren't in this alone.

-Karen

Well, January was a goner. I'm going to try again. Sigh.

doug