New to posting! 43 and Menopausal! Trying Keto for the first time (fingerscrossed)
Sofia814
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Hello! I have done this dieting thing a ton of times and have decided to try something different! I have used this website but hardly ever posted (if at all). I figured maybe if I have some support and accountability it would make a difference this go around. Here's a little about me: I am 43, two grown children, married, and have been perimenopausal since I was 40 (which really pi**ed me off!). I have slowly gained 25 pounds over this 3 year period and am very frustrated. I have always been super active since my early 20's and remain so but my self-confidence has taken an hit with all of this weight gain and I find myself not wanting to work out quite as much. I feel like such a loser to my kids because they have watched me fail and fail again with this diet thing and I can't seem to get ahold of myself! I have terrible willpower! I am currently trying the Keto diet because nothing else seem to be working. I'm looking for some friends to help me on this journey! Thanks for listening!
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I'm trying this again myself and I'm new to posting as well and reading. I think I have about 80 pounds I want to lose. That number sounds so awful! But hey it is what it is!3
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Yes. I am 46, 2 non grown kids (13 & 10) but definitely in the beginning menopause stage. Which is SUPER AWESOME!
I'm not doing keto though. I am just eating Whole Foods for the most part.
My main goal is to create healthy habits that don't require thought. Like every. Orining I have cottage cheese and banana. Later I have a snack of apple and almonds. We'll see where it leads.3 -
I hear you on the self confidence thing. In my head I picture myself as I always was (20 lbs ago) but the mirror shows me the reality. It's disheartening. Losing weight is so hard at this age. I keep plugging away, but it's hard to keep going in the face of little progress.4
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I'd like to try the RAD or Keto diet too. Have been reading about it on a lipedema forum. I've got 15 lbs and some bad habits to lose. Could you send me a friend request?2
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I hear you Kincar! That has been my biggest downfall! If I don't see results right away I just seem to give up! I am trying to change my mindset this time. The way I am trying to look at it now is the time will go by anyway so if I stick with it SOMETHING will change but if I don't everything will stay the same. Keep working at it! You can do this!1
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Boy this one caught my attention with menopausal! I too went through it early and am five years into being past perimenopause. I'm 47. I am 18 pounds heavier than I was before I started the change. I am trying to lose it yet again...without success and it's freaking me out. I have stumbled across insulin resistance information through my many searches and something clicked for me. I will be taking the intermittent fasting route. If anyone wants to follow my progress to see if it works I would be happy to be the guinea pig.4
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Hi gomissfitnes! I have no idea what phase of menopause I am in. I am trying to wean myself off of progesterone and estrogen/testosterone. I am hoping some weightloss and heathly diet will help. I am also trying intermittent fasting! I am following "The Keto Diet" book suggestions but I am not big on the recipes so I am making my own as I go along. Glad I am not in this alone! My sister is 3 years older and no sign of perimenopause! Thanks for your response! Will send a friend request
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Hi Sofia814- I'm 53 yrs old, also weaning from hormone replacement therapy, and have been trying to jumpstart my Keto diet. I was a size 4 until 10 years ago, so i can totally relate to all of you gaining weight on your 40's. You are doing the right thing to work on it NOW. I waited...and have 35 lbs. to shed. I'm confident that I can get this under control. We all can. I have already posted pictures of my former size 4 self on the fridge; thrown out the carbs; and found a bunch of affirmations. I refuse to be embarrassed by my weight one more day! I'd be happy to connect for mutual support.2
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Hi JouJeannine! Thanks for the encouragement! It helps to know that there are others out there dealing with the same issues! It is weird because it crept up over the last 3 years. I am also suffering from embarrassment about my weight. I am finding myself avoiding family pictures and I haven't worn shorts for the past two summers! It was 112 degrees outside yesterday! I am 170 and I would like to get down to 140 (my normal weight before all of this) however I will settle for 150. Thanks again for sharing your struggle! I'll send you a frend request
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Hey y'all! I'm 54 years old, type 2 diabetic, hypothyroid (yes, on Synthroid) & also 70lbs overweight. Throughout the years I have tried different diets, but sticking with it was always a problem. Literally faced with a "Do Or Die" epiphany, I started the Ketogenic diet on the 4th. Let's call it my "Independence Day" from carbs. So far so good. I can honestly say I have not been hungry! Kuddos to all the peri/post menopausal, hypothyroid, type 2 diabetics chickadees out there joining me in this weight loss journey. Let's band together & support each other!2
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I am starting over for the last time. I am almost 50 and need to lose 60 pounds ( per doctors orders). My hormones and medicines make it impossible but Jesus is going to make it possible. I know if I do the natural, walk my goal of 3 miles a day, He will do the supernatural. I have had Fibromyalgia since I was 24 and I am very small boned so this extra weight is ruining my quality of life. I am excited to get started. I have 2 married kids and a 13 year old still at home.
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Hi, Im 51 and peri menopausal...Keeping fit and maintaining a healthy weight used to be so much easier than now!! I have had thyroid issues and surgery on my spine and so finding it harder than ever to exercise as I have to be so careful. I am however doing the Keto diet as I have 10 kgs to lose. The weight is coming off albeit slowly and now in my 5th week of this way of eating I am finding I have more energy and have started exercising. currently walking lots more at a much faster pace and starting with a personal trainer at the weekend. Currently down 9.5kgs...This definitely works!!!1
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Hi JouJeannine! Thanks for the encouragement! It helps to know that there are others out there dealing with the same issues! It is weird because it crept up over the last 3 years. I am also suffering from embarrassment about my weight. I am finding myself avoiding family pictures and I haven't worn shorts for the past two summers! It was 112 degrees outside yesterday! I am 170 and I would like to get down to 140 (my normal weight before all of this) however I will settle for 150. Thanks again for sharing your struggle! I'll send you a frend request
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Hello , I didn’t mean to hit quite like that Sofia I’m sorry lol. I am also Wayyyyy bigger then I ever was. My normal eight is 135 but I’m now 192.I had my son six years ago and I had gotten down to one 53 after his birth. I’m not sure what happened but I’m starting the keto diet also. It is my third day and I’m pretty excited1
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Hello! I have done this dieting thing a ton of times and have decided to try something different! I have used this website but hardly ever posted (if at all). I figured maybe if I have some support and accountability it would make a difference this go around. Here's a little about me: I am 43, two grown children, married, and have been perimenopausal since I was 40 (which really pi**ed me off!). I have slowly gained 25 pounds over this 3 year period and am very frustrated. I have always been super active since my early 20's and remain so but my self-confidence has taken an hit with all of this weight gain and I find myself not wanting to work out quite as much. I feel like such a loser to my kids because they have watched me fail and fail again with this diet thing and I can't seem to get ahold of myself! I have terrible willpower! I am currently trying the Keto diet because nothing else seem to be working. I'm looking for some friends to help me on this journey! Thanks for listening!
Hi Sofia! I love your candid post, it is hard this journey. I'm very inspired by this today! I am 48 and have lost 100 pounds in two years and become a fitness freak. I imagine pre-menopause is just around the corner, but from what I have read, the methods I'm using suggest those symptoms will be reduced. I have no idea how friend requests work in this group, but that would be awesome! I'd love to have an accountability partner! I have more to lose and I'm losing my focus!
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Hi Kellyrichards: If you decide that low carb/keto is for you, consider joining the low carb group here.
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/394-low-carber-daily-forum-the-lcd-group
The folks there are very knowledgeable about the ins and outs of that approach.
Also, we have a nice group of menopausal women here:
http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/506-near-or-post-menopausal-group0 -
Are you comfortable describing the methods you're using?Hello! I have done this dieting thing a ton of times and have decided to try something different! I have used this website but hardly ever posted (if at all). I figured maybe if I have some support and accountability it would make a difference this go around. Here's a little about me: I am 43, two grown children, married, and have been perimenopausal since I was 40 (which really pi**ed me off!). I have slowly gained 25 pounds over this 3 year period and am very frustrated. I have always been super active since my early 20's and remain so but my self-confidence has taken an hit with all of this weight gain and I find myself not wanting to work out quite as much. I feel like such a loser to my kids because they have watched me fail and fail again with this diet thing and I can't seem to get ahold of myself! I have terrible willpower! I am currently trying the Keto diet because nothing else seem to be working. I'm looking for some friends to help me on this journey! Thanks for listening!
Hi Sofia! I love your candid post, it is hard this journey. I'm very inspired by this today! I am 48 and have lost 100 pounds in two years and become a fitness freak. I imagine pre-menopause is just around the corner, but from what I have read, the methods I'm using suggest those symptoms will be reduced. I have no idea how friend requests work in this group, but that would be awesome! I'd love to have an accountability partner! I have more to lose and I'm losing my focus!
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@Sabine_Stroehm , sure! ... but is this the place for it? it's a long explanation... can I message you? BTW I totally LOVE your profile picture!0
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@Sabine_Stroehm , sure! ... but is this the place for it? it's a long explanation... can I message you? BTW I totally LOVE your profile picture!
Sure, feel free, and thanks! When I first saw it, I knew it would be my avatar!0 -
I have been transitioning to the Keto lifestyle myself. It has been going pretty well. I definitely don't feel like I am being deprived of much. Maybe just the sweets!! But, I am losing some weight. The confidence issue is always a struggle with me too. I would love to have more friends on here to help motivate and stay positive. How do you work this friend request thing?0
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Sabine_Stroehm wrote: »@Sabine_Stroehm , sure! ... but is this the place for it? it's a long explanation... can I message you? BTW I totally LOVE your profile picture!
Sure, feel free, and thanks! When I first saw it, I knew it would be my avatar!
Quzy07: I replied to your message in your friend request!0
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