what are your health gains so far?

sozisraw
sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
in Motivation and Support
Hi, I joined MFP in January this year, had a break in April, and back on here in May to get my portions back on track
and lose the last 1lbs.

I had a long list of niggly ailments for the doctor, although I never went! I progressively cleaned up my diet, increased my
exercise and have lost 23lbs this year.

My health gains are:

No heartburn
No pains in tummy where my ovaries are.
No night sweats or other pre/menopausal symtoms
reduced pains in my shins, and reduced varicose vein in one calf.
Better sleep (drastically reduced caffeine)
thighs don't rub

What have you noticed or have better tests for?
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  • Pearsquared
    Pearsquared Posts: 1,656 Member
    I was placed on the pill in conjunction with my weight loss, so some of these are likely the result of both, but still:

    My TOM is much more regular and I get less cramping/headaches/back pain than I used to.
    The hair on my chin and neck does not grow as quickly as is less noticeable.
    My thighs still rub, but not nearly as much. I swear with all this walking my jeans would already have holes in them, but they're not even wearing thin!
    I can walk for a long, long time without suffering from shin splints like I used to.
    My skin has cleared up dramatically.
  • goldmay
    goldmay Posts: 258 Member
    My blood pressure is lower (though there is still room for improvement) and my resting heart rate went from around 90 down to the 60s.
  • rrobsgirl
    rrobsgirl Posts: 19 Member
    I was diagnosed with high blood pressure in December. I started a healthy diet which I can monitor with MFP.
    My skin and hair are healthier.
    I no longer have high blood pressure.
    I no longer have sleep apnea.
    I no longer have pain in my legs and hips.
    I no longer feel lethargic.
    I no longer have pain in my stomach.
    I no longer have a fat cyst in my stomach.
    I haven't had shingles in a long time.
    I can breathe easier.
    I can exercise more.
    I have lost 13.6 kilos.
    I am more active.
    I can stand for long periods without a lot of pain.
    I don't have dry eye syndrome anymore.
    The feeling of pressure in my head is gone.
    No more ringing in my ears.
    My digestive tract functions more efficiently.
    I can feel the bones in my neck, hips and elbows.
    I can bend my knees.
    I can tie my shoes.
    I can get dressed with more ease.
    I can shower without being dizzy.
    I can play with my husband and grandchildren.
    I can paint my toe nails.
    I can see my arm pits.
    My legs do have bones in them...imagine that, a knee cap!
    I don't have to worry about not fitting in chairs or amusement park rides.
    My feet don't swell.
    I don't feel like a nap every time I eat.
    My face is beginning to be recognizable.
    My arms aren't the size my thighs should be.
    My nose is smaller...I was worried!
    I can feel the muscles in my stomach again.
    I don't have allergies as bad.
    No more headaches.
    I eat what I want and I don't starve.
    I don't fall down or trip all the time like I used to.
    I am not as clumsy or accident prone.
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    Wow amazing guys! I find this even more motivating than the success pics and they are awesome.
  • acpgee
    acpgee Posts: 7,988 Member
    My resting heart rate went down from 95 to 65.

    I've cut back my diabetes meds from 2000mg of metformin daily to 500mg which is the minimum dose, and my blood glucose is normal in the mid 5s. Would like to get off them altogether soon. If I lose a little more weight and my blood glucose gets into the 4s or low 5s I will start experimenting with cutting it out.
  • ambiedawnz
    ambiedawnz Posts: 108 Member
    My blood pressure is lower (though there is still room for improvement) and my resting heart rate went from around 90 down to the 60s.

    I REALLY hope I can get my resting heart rate down like that!!! Mines in the 85-95 range and has been for years and years.
  • fisherman11
    fisherman11 Posts: 13
    Sleep better
    Walk better
    blood pressure now borderline not high
  • RCottonRPh
    RCottonRPh Posts: 148
    I am only 4 months in....but...I have no heartburn, better digestion and bowel movements, and more overall energy!
  • lzqv1s
    lzqv1s Posts: 1
    I've lost 30lbs since Dec 2012. My cholestrol dropped 71 pts. I feel so much better and I enjoy shopping for clothes
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    My resting heart rate went down from 95 to 65.

    I've cut back my diabetes meds from 2000mg of metformin daily to 500mg which is the minimum dose, and my blood glucose is normal in the mid 5s. Would like to get off them altogether soon. If I lose a little more weight and my blood glucose gets into the 4s or low 5s I will start experimenting with cutting it out.

    Super my pal didn't know that about you! I wish I had medical tests to compare! The inside improves morevthan the outside! Its amazing!
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    I was diagnosed with high blood pressure in December. I started a healthy diet which I can monitor with MFP.
    My skin and hair are healthier.
    I no longer have high blood pressure.
    I no longer have sleep apnea.
    I no longer have pain in my legs and hips.
    I no longer feel lethargic.
    I no longer have pain in my stomach.
    I no longer have a fat cyst in my stomach.
    I haven't had shingles in a long time.
    I can breathe easier.
    I can exercise more.
    I have lost 13.6 kilos.
    I am more active.
    I can stand for long periods without a lot of pain.
    I don't have dry eye syndrome anymore.
    The feeling of pressure in my head is gone.
    No more ringing in my ears.
    My digestive tract functions more efficiently.
    I can feel the bones in my neck, hips and elbows.
    I can bend my knees.
    I can tie my shoes.
    I can get dressed with more ease.
    I can shower without being dizzy.
    I can play with my husband and grandchildren.
    I can paint my toe nails.
    I can see my arm pits.
    My legs do have bones in them...imagine that, a knee cap!
    I don't have to worry about not fitting in chairs or amusement park rides.
    My feet don't swell.
    I don't feel like a nap every time I eat.
    My face is beginning to be recognizable.
    My arms aren't the size my thighs should be.
    My nose is smaller...I was worried!
    I can feel the muscles in my stomach again.
    I don't have allergies as bad.
    No more headaches.
    I eat what I want and I don't starve.
    I don't fall down or trip all the time like I used to.
    I am not as clumsy or accident prone.

    :flowerforyou:
    Your incredible!
  • Pangea250
    Pangea250 Posts: 965 Member
    I'm off blood pressure meds.
    My resting heart rate has gone down 20 bpm.
    I'm off anti-depressants.
    Heartburn gone.
  • zyxst
    zyxst Posts: 9,149 Member
    Believe it or not, nothing has changed for the better with my weight loss. All the health problems I've seen doctors about are either still around or have increased, and I have new pains to deal with.

    It's great to read others are having success with weight loss = better health. I just wish I was one of you.
  • thesupremeforce
    thesupremeforce Posts: 1,206 Member
    95% reduction in ankle/leg pain (I broke both in January of last year. My doctor had essentially told me that I was screwed, since I have a plate, pins, a screw, etc). I can even run and jump.
    Resting heart rate down about 20 bpm.
    Much better blood pressure.
    No more back pain.
    No more shoulder pain.
    My knees don't hurt anymore.
    I haven't complained about my foot hurting in months (had surgery after tearing my plantar fascia back in college).
  • JustME1611
    JustME1611 Posts: 112 Member
    I have lost 31 lbs. since Feb. and I don't get out of breath as easy, I can work out longer and harder, my skin is clearer, and I'm not sure if this has anything to do with the weight loss and healthy eating, but in the past the week before my TOM my breast would get so tender but now they don't anymore. Happy for that!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    My triglycerides were on the verge of entering the ‘high’ zone due to a lack of exercise before I decided to stop being a couch potato and start exercising regularly again. When I had them tested last November, they were < 45 (I just had the 7 minute Lipid test and it won’t register < 45).

    My BF% is in the fitness zone for the first time in over 20 years.

    ETA: And for the first time EVER in my more than half century of life I can do push-ups. Real military style push-ups.
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    Believe it or not, nothing has changed for the better with my weight loss. All the health problems I've seen doctors about are either still around or have increased, and I have new pains to deal with.

    It's great to read others are having success with weight loss = better health. I just wish I was one of you.

    Sorry to here that despite your incredible weight loss achievement!
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    I'm off blood pre meds.
    My resting heart rate has gone down 20 bpm.
    I'm off anti-depressants.
    Heartburn gone.

    Wow even depression ! That alone makes it worth doing!
  • toaster6
    toaster6 Posts: 703 Member
    I started losing weight before I had any medical reason to do so, but now I have:
    Tons of energy.
    Nice skin-- I hardly break out anymore.
    Shinier hair that actually grows.
  • GiveMeCoffee
    GiveMeCoffee Posts: 3,556 Member
    Great topic! I started again in January because of serious health issues.

    So far I've gained:

    BP in February was 131/104 - today 117/81
    Resting Pulse Rate February 146 - today 91
    Oxygen level February 92 - today 96.
    Lowered the pressure on my CPAP machine
    Less snoring
    Lots more energy
    Went from being exhausted just getting out of my chair to just biked 20 miles this morning
    Back doesn't hurt when I stand to do dishes
    3 of my regular prescriptions dosages were cut in half
    I've gained some awesome friends who I may never meet in real life but have impacted my life more then they will ever know.
    And I gained my confidence back!
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    @ jwhited thanks I really am loving hearing everyone's health stories!
    Your results are super incredible!
  • GiveMeCoffee
    GiveMeCoffee Posts: 3,556 Member
    Thanks! It feels great, have a long way to go but reading everyone's success stories especially health based ones help me so much!
  • goldmay
    goldmay Posts: 258 Member
    Everyone's results are so motivating!

    My blood pressure is lower (though there is still room for improvement) and my resting heart rate went from around 90 down to the 60s.

    I REALLY hope I can get my resting heart rate down like that!!! Mines in the 85-95 range and has been for years and years.


    You'll get there! :smile:
  • laarae
    laarae Posts: 332 Member
    Let's see

    I sleep better (don't wake up thinking about if I died how the hell would they get me out of our house (true story)
    I have much more energy
    I can look at a bag of chips and say NO THANK YOU and mean it
    I can dance for an hour or longer without getting winded
    I dont worry that I won't fit in the airplane seat, amusement park ride or anywhere else with certain restrictions.
    I look at myself in the mirror and love what I see and I still have 60 lbs to lose
    I know this is not a diet but a change in my life
    I have confidence in the choices I make
    I know that I will continue this path for the rest of my life:heart::heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:
  • laarae
    laarae Posts: 332 Member
    And I can shop in the regular part of the store not the plus size
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    And I can shop in the regular part of the store not the plus size

    All super health benefits very well done to you!
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    Everyone's results are so motivating!

    My blood pressure is lower (though there is still room for improvement) and my resting heart rate went from around 90 down to the 60s.

    I REALLY hope I can get my resting heart rate down like that!!! Mines in the 85-95 range and has been for years and years.


    You'll get there! :smile:

    Yes I agree very motivating! Those working towards improvements will get there!
  • lilann1961
    lilann1961 Posts: 131 Member
    While I was not on any medication, since I started exercising:

    My blood pressure has gone down
    My cholestorol has gone down
    I have gained 11+lbs of muscle
    I have lost 7+lbs of fat
    My bone density has increased (didn't even know what this was until I had a test done!)

    Thanks for asking this! I hadn't really put it all together, and since I haven't lost "much" weight, this makes me feel great!
  • sozisraw
    sozisraw Posts: 418 Member
    While I was not on any medication, since I started exercising:

    My blood pressure has gone down
    My cholestorol has gone down
    I have gained 11+lbs of muscle
    I have lost 7+lbs of fat
    My bone density has increased (didn't even know what this was until I had a test done!)

    Thanks for asking this! I hadn't really put it all together, and since I haven't lost "much" weight, this
    makes me feel great!

    Just brilliant! Same here compared to the success stories on here!
  • chatogal
    chatogal Posts: 436 Member
    Hiya, I had this pain in my upper outer right hand quandrant of my abdomen (where the liver/gall bladder is). I had this niggly discomfort there for ever and a day....took me ages to pluck up the nerve to visit my dr, I had already started this weight loss thingy. Anyway, long and short of it....EVERYTHING TOTALLY NIRMAL!!! and with weightloss the discomfort has totally gone :-)

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