Hello There!

I thought I'd say hi. I've been a member for a while, but after a long time of trying to lose weight, I have now made it a priority. After I got the results from some routine blood work, some levels were way to high, and after a second blood draw two weeks later to make sure it wasn't a fluke, the results were confirmed. I, apparently, am overweight and now posing a risk to my health. I didn't think I was THAT overweight, but I guess my body thinks I am.

I'm now paying close attention to what I'm eating, as I might be getting close to diabetes territory I am worried. I'm also is at risk because of cholesterol and triglyceride levels. I little worried, but now very motivated.

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  • Live4theLift
    Live4theLift Posts: 329
    I was right were you were at the beginning of this year. My doctor said I was borderline diabetic and obese, @ 30%+ BF I decided enough was enough and I changed my life completely. Just stick to your goals and stay dedicated and know that weight loss takes time and lots of patients.
  • MrsVin86
    MrsVin86 Posts: 33 Member
    Welcome back! If you would like to join a great group on facebook to help you stay motivated you should join us :) You can search for the group name "Positive Health Positive Pulse" and we can go from there!
  • I know how you feel! Stay with it! :)
  • MissJacquelineN
    MissJacquelineN Posts: 175 Member
    You can do it! Like Serj. said, stick to your goals! :)

    *edit* Also, 3 okies on one post, sounds like trouble!
  • merlinglx
    merlinglx Posts: 3
    I appreciate the support! I'll be posting a lot more, and please feel free to friend me, I could use all the continual support I can get. :)
  • dellaquilaa
    dellaquilaa Posts: 230 Member
    Been there - my annual blood tests were the reason I hopped on here too. Keep at it :)