Unexpected side benefits of losing weight.

rayfromtx
rayfromtx Posts: 111
edited September 22 in Health and Weight Loss
I just recently realized some unexpected benefits to losing weight. It's been about three months since I took an antacid. I used to have to take nexium at least every other day for heart burn. I used to wake up with terrible acid reflux but not since I started eating right with the help of MFP. I also just realized I no longer try to keep my gut sucked in after getting undressed at night because I was ashamed and didn't want to disgust my wife. I no longer take aleve for lower back pain. I had three bottles in different areas of the house. These are all on top of the long list of expected benefits.

How about y''all? What are the things you've noticed that you didn't expect when you decided to lose weight?
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  • peales23
    peales23 Posts: 27
    Congratulations! It's amazing the things that go away when we're in better health.

    I've noticed that my legs aren't as fatigued as they used to be, and maybe this is TMI, but I'm more regular too. ;)

    Keep up the great work!
  • crystaldougherty
    crystaldougherty Posts: 59 Member
    I've noticed alot since I've started losing weight I'm over half way to my goal....
  • barbarella
    barbarella Posts: 609 Member
    BRAVO!!! Congrats on making a big change for the better! :drinker: :flowerforyou:

    Since I lost 35 lbs., my clothes obviously fit looser & that's a great feeling!
    Or to buy smaller sized clothes is waaaaaaay fun!

    My gut is not distended and bloated all the time.

    The "plumbing" also works better! :laugh: :love:
  • ashley0616
    ashley0616 Posts: 579 Member
    YAY! Those are amazing side affects, congratulations! I'm hoping my reflux will also go away, as well as my joint pain in my knees and hips. A non-weight goal of mine is to be able to swing with my daughters at the park, that will be a great day. :happy:
  • smsummers
    smsummers Posts: 9
    I have only lost 24lbs but I noticed my cheeks bones are reappearing...LOVE IT! Also, less fatigue for sure.
  • FabulousFifty
    FabulousFifty Posts: 1,575 Member
    :bigsmile: Less hotflashes! Ha! No rolls showing through on my back in a tighter blouse! :tongue:
  • happily
    happily Posts: 72 Member
    I haven't had nearly as many "nervous breakdowns" since I've started exercising.
  • rayfromtx
    rayfromtx Posts: 111
    No more joint pain.
    Easy to squat down for long periods and get up without my knees killing me.
    I don't get the hiccups.
    I can bend over and tie my shoes after eating without the discomfort of my beach belly being in the way.
    Pride feels so much better than shame.

    The only real down side that I can tell is that I now notice overweight people constantly and wish they could experience the benefits that I have found. Our country as a people are really out of shape. I was oblivious to the costs of my old lifestyle for so long.

    I am so grateful for MFP and all of you for helping to make this happen.
  • boniekatie
    boniekatie Posts: 147
    I've noticed that I find it easier to get up in the morning if I have exercised the day before.
  • ChuckgM3
    ChuckgM3 Posts: 302 Member
    I've noticed that I can no longer rest a beer on my belly while sitting on the couch :D
  • julest25
    julest25 Posts: 140 Member
    I've noticed that I can no longer rest a beer on my belly while sitting on the couch :D
    I like this one!
  • yellowfairy
    yellowfairy Posts: 207 Member
    I have only lost 24lbs but I noticed my cheeks bones are reappearing...LOVE IT! Also, less fatigue for sure.

    I want to see my cheek bones! :) This is great! I can't wait to be able to list what I have experienced. Great work to you all!!!
  • skylersnanna
    skylersnanna Posts: 88
    I've only been doing this for 2 weeks, and I haven't had to take any antacids either, where I was taking about 10 tums a day
  • pavanneh
    pavanneh Posts: 65 Member
    I am hoping the obstructive sleep apnea will go away, along with the reflux, pain in my hips and knees and the shortness of breath going up and down stairs. Geez it is so easy to get out of shape and so much harder to get back in shape. :grumble:
  • jdawne
    jdawne Posts: 4 Member
    Oops.. thought I hit to quote the one about other heavy weight ppl looking at you wishing they could do it too.

    This is one of my biggest pet peeves. I am so tired of hearing my friends say they wish they could do what I am doing. Honestly, I have started ignoring it. I can only say, "you can, just do it, I had to. It isn't easy, but I feel so much better and that has been worth every tear drop of frustration thus far."
  • kayemme
    kayemme Posts: 1,782 Member
    I haven't had nearly as many "nervous breakdowns" since I've started exercising.

    i'll second that! my moods have leveled significantly..
  • 2bFitNTrim
    2bFitNTrim Posts: 1,209 Member
    More energy!:bigsmile:
  • soze
    soze Posts: 604 Member
    I just recently realized some unexpected benefits to losing weight. It's been about three months since I took an antacid. I used to have to take nexium at least every other day for heart burn. I used to wake up with terrible acid reflux but not since I started eating right with the help of MFP. I also just realized I no longer try to keep my gut sucked in after getting undressed at night because I was ashamed and didn't want to disgust my wife. I no longer take aleve for lower back pain. I had three bottles in different areas of the house. These are all on top of the long list of expected benefits.

    How about y''all? What are the things you've noticed that you didn't expect when you decided to lose weight?

    Wow 3 bottles scattered though out the house.

    I'm happy for you. Those improvements alone make it all worthwhile.
  • karot32
    karot32 Posts: 46
    Same here with heartburn!! Also, my knees used to hurt when I was climbing stairs and such.. not anymore =)
  • susanleasings
    susanleasings Posts: 371 Member
    No more heartburn! My ankles don't hurt anymore! Healthier cravings! Healthier skin! More confidence! Better sex life! BETTER LIFE!!!! :bigsmile:
  • ActionJackson
    ActionJackson Posts: 31
    My aim at the toilet has improved now that I have more to work with.
  • rayfromtx
    rayfromtx Posts: 111
    My aim at the toilet has improved now that I have more to work with.

    That may be a thread killer. Or maybe they are still on the floor laughing.
  • WalkingGirl1985
    WalkingGirl1985 Posts: 2,046 Member
    I've lost 48 pounds. I'm 2 pounds away from making my halfway mark!! :love:

    I've noticed a size 14 jeans can actually go over my butt and button them up..it's really tight, and my belly hangs out but its something! Before those size 14 only made it halfway up to my legs..just over the knee. So i know from that, I have lost inches as well. That's something to feel proud of! As for anything else, I have more energy then ever before. I can exercise and feel less tired now. That's always a plus! :happy:
  • ActionJackson
    ActionJackson Posts: 31
    I don't have to pay "fat tax" when buying clothes. That's what I call the $2 extra stores like Wal-Mart charges when buying XXL or larger.

    Seriously... I am more honest with myself. No longer do the lifestyle workarounds that I used to do.
    I don't go out of my way to eat alone. I used to find some hidden place to eat away from coworkers or civilization in general.
    I no longer wear the crotch out of my Dockers every 3 months.
    I save the handicap bathroom stalls for those need it.
    Don't worry about family, friend, etc. talking about my weight or making jokes behind my back... which they all did.
  • maurap26
    maurap26 Posts: 90 Member
    Congratulations on your weight loss! It's only been 6 weeks for me, but I don't take as many pain pills for my arthritis now.
    I can't wait to start getting more benefits :)
  • rw4004
    rw4004 Posts: 157
    More energy!Less pain!Hurray!
  • anniebr
    anniebr Posts: 35 Member
    that is so cool I have been working in another city and got off track. SO, back on.
  • NotAllWhoWanderAreLost
    NotAllWhoWanderAreLost Posts: 615 Member
    Being able to run! Being able to hike! Being able to feel like people are thinking GOOD things about me, instead of fearing that they were saying or thinking bad things behind my back. I am more confident. A little more fearless. I not only HAVE goals, i actually BELIEVE i can ACHIEVE them! :)
  • Dreamgirl97
    Dreamgirl97 Posts: 106 Member
    I have not lost much weight at all. However, since I have been working out I noticed this last week that, I have not felt my Plantar Fasciitis. I use to think I would never be able to take hikes or long walks with my DH I almost cried when I realized that the "normal" pain wasn't there.
  • cutmd
    cutmd Posts: 1,168 Member
    More energy - I zoom around at work with the greatest of ease
    More strength - can carry more groceries and take the stairs without being short of breath
    Better sex life
    Not being self-conscious listing my weight on my driver's license
    Getting hit on by teenagers - lol
    Discovering my husband is a braggart

    The only true side effect in a bad way is I get cold a lot easier and my bra size went down :ohwell:
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