Hi, A newbie here to get healthy!

kat5556

Hi everyone!

I just joined a few days ago and really love how easy this site makes it to track food and exercise with both the website and phone app. Seeing it written in black & white really helps me stick to a plan and the ease of using the tools is a huge help for this busy person!

I'm here for health. I only have about 11 pounds to lose, which to some may not seem like a lot, but I battle high blood pressure and hereditary high cholesterol. My dad died from a heart attack at 53 and my mom from colon cancer at 58 (get your colonoscopy, everyone!!!) and had cholesterol in the 300's even on medication! She never made the effort to exercise.

I recently turned 50 and I'm determined to have a different destiny. My doctor took me off my high blood pressure medication on 5/15 because of side effects with dizziness. I want to do better so I can try to control it without ever having to go back on medication. My cholesterol fluctuates between 198 and 225.

I know with better food choices and exercise I can beat both of these issues. I really need the motivation from others so would like to have friends here that will help with accountability (i.e. an virtual kick in the rear when I get lazy!) . I've really enjoyed reading all the helpful postings. My picture is when I was at my ideal weight to help motivate me!

Thanks, Kathy

imchicbad

I can be you bud, request me if you like.

gpstrucker

Feel free to add this dumb ole trucker if ya like. I don't know anything about losing weight, exercise, or anything like that, but I can make a pretty mean tuna sammich. LOL

Welcome. I hope you find this site as educational and as supportive as I have.