Over 60 lbs lost and off my meds now

iTim__

I was on medication for high blood pressure. This year I set out to take control of my health and my weight. I've got about another 15 lbs to go, but just take a look at what I've done so far!

MelHoneyRocks

You look incredible that is for sure. Great job!

melbaby925

That's fabulous! Congratulations, and you look great too

alicollins74

That is one of my goals too! I am on medicine for HBP, actually 3 different meds. I hope to one day not have to take any of them! Thanks for posting this b/c now I know it is possible!!

charli246

That's amazing. Great job! I'm sure you've worked really diligently to obtain our goals and you definitely deserve the results.

BeeElMarvin

I have had many people tell me that it is not possible to get off different meds., including HBP meds., it's nice to see that it is possible! How did you approach that with your Dr.?

iTim__

PHOTO PROBLEM: I'm not sure how to post my before/after photo in this message string. Any advice?

@blmarvin - When I spoke to my doctor about it the first time, I was straight forward. I told her I was planning to loose weight, I told her about my goals, and how I was planning to get there. I also told her I was going to adapt the recommendations from the American Heart Association's "Dash Diet" as part of my plan. She said it sounded like a good plan and we'll see how it goes. When I saw her the next time, she said, "WOW! You're a different person." Before I could bring up the meds, she suggested I get off of them.

txgator

Awesome job! When I started I was on Nexium for nightly bouts of Acid reflux. Since I have started I havent taken my pills and have gone a month and a 1/2 with out even a twinge of acid. So hoping it will lower my BP a little too.

kellyscomeback

I was on medication for high blood pressure. This year I set out to take control of my health and my weight. I've got about another 15 lbs to go, but just take a look at what I've done so far!

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iTim__

Thanks! I think I got the photo in there now.

karenp84

Amazing well done!

staceyseeger

Amazing! Congratulations! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

Hodar

Fantastic work and dedication

sofaking6

Wow! Congratulations, you look (and obviously feel) wonderful!

iTim__

Thank you all for the encouragement!

Let's all get together for a drink. First round is on me.

pnwgirl1963

You know in your profile photo you look like a young Michael Keaton. Great job. I am so happy for you! I bet you are feeling pretty damn good about yourself, and rightly so!

Now if you are single, you can be rest assured (unless you are an *kitten* which I am guessing you aren't) that your dance card is going to fill up rather quickly! And if you are partnered what's your partner say about your weight loss?

Way to go Tim!

beedubyaw

Way to go, awesome job!

cmriverside

I you, man.


where do we go to collect that drink?

zoombie_bear

you look great, yippi on the off the meds too! that is wonderful

iTim__

If you're wondering where to meet for drinks... we're all headed down to the local pub. Just tell them you're with iTim. :happy:

Tree72

Congratulations! That's such a great success to be med free. Way to take back your health!

Escobarceasar

Dude, I am inspired. I too have high blood pressure and I am trying to do the same thing. Thanks for posting pics..... Maybe one day I'll be brave enough to do the same.

iTim__

Escobarceasar - My dr. told me not to believe the hype about disease and genetics. That's a blame game that lets you play helpless. She said in reality, only 15% of disease can be attributed to genetics according to recent research. You can take charge of your health -- I believe it!

ZaidaOlivo

wow, awesome job!
you look great
good luck with the last 15

minnie86

Congrats! great job!

cckeimig

You totally rock, iTim, and are an amazing inspiration. Thanks again (for the millionth time, but I'll keep saying it!) for getting me to start using mfp and getting ME off the BP meds as well!

:drinker:

iTim__

Thanks again everyone for your encouragement!