Over 60 lbs lost and off my meds now

iTim__
iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
edited September 30 in Success Stories
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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  • MelHoneyRocks
    MelHoneyRocks Posts: 223
    You look incredible that is for sure. Great job!
  • melbaby925
    melbaby925 Posts: 613
    That's fabulous! Congratulations, and you look great too :)
  • alicollins74
    alicollins74 Posts: 335 Member
    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
    charli246 Posts: 35
    That's amazing. Great job! I'm sure you've worked really diligently to obtain our goals and you definitely deserve the results.
  • BeeElMarvin
    BeeElMarvin Posts: 2,086 Member
    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__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    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
    txgator Posts: 65
    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
    kellyscomeback Posts: 1,369 Member
    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!

    <img src="https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/c-0zUWgqpK92YNktj_POF8T-jMWNf2MJ--A4Mq2JYxs?feat=directlink&quot; alt="" class="user_inserted_image"/>

    Make it a .gif or .jpg and use the [ img ] [ /img ] brackets w/o the spaces.
  • iTim__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    Thanks! I think I got the photo in there now.
  • karenp84
    karenp84 Posts: 119
    Amazing well done!
  • staceyseeger
    staceyseeger Posts: 778 Member
    Amazing! Congratulations! :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:
  • Hodar
    Hodar Posts: 338 Member
    Fantastic work and dedication
  • sofaking6
    sofaking6 Posts: 4,589 Member
    Wow! Congratulations, you look (and obviously feel) wonderful!
  • iTim__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    Thank you all for the encouragement!

    Let's all get together for a drink. First round is on me. :wink:
  • pnwgirl1963
    pnwgirl1963 Posts: 14 Member
    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
    beedubyaw Posts: 23 Member
    Way to go, awesome job!
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,455 Member
    I :heart: you, man.


    Woohoo-Dance.gifwhere do we go to collect that drink?
  • zoombie_bear
    zoombie_bear Posts: 963 Member
    you look great, yippi on the off the meds too! that is wonderful
  • iTim__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    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
    Tree72 Posts: 942 Member
    Congratulations! That's such a great success to be med free. Way to take back your health!
  • Escobarceasar
    Escobarceasar Posts: 1
    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__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    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
    ZaidaOlivo Posts: 56
    wow, awesome job!
    you look great
    good luck with the last 15 :smile:
  • minnie86
    minnie86 Posts: 187
    Congrats! great job!
  • cckeimig
    cckeimig Posts: 194 Member
    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__
    iTim__ Posts: 6,823 Member
    Thanks again everyone for your encouragement!
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