Weight loss

I know how you feel. I got the shock of a lifetime when the scale showed 348 lbs last year on September 3rd. I knew I had gained a lot and I had feared the worst, but it was a slap in the face to actually see it. I had avoided the scale for years and I knew why.

Later on that day, I got the results of my bloodwork. I had now type 2 diabetes (A1C 6.8) and my blood pressure was too high,and so was my cholesterol. I was a ticking timebomb.

My doctor talked about diabetes medications and I understood but didn't want any. I wanted to try to reverse it. I wanted to lose weight. I didn't want to be fat anymore. I wasn't happy with my health and I didn't want to take more meds (I already have to take a few for an autoimmune disorder).

It's like you wrote, something changes, and then it clicks and our mental state is where it needs to be. I spent the next 2 days cleaning out my pantry. I studies recipes and cookbooks, I read up on diabetes. I was upset...with myself.

I gave up all added sugar and the first week wasn't easy. I limited myself to 1500 calories and the first week was he**. Every drastic change hurts and I suppose it has to. In week 2 I felt confident, I had lost about 5 pounds and quickly the pounds melted away.

I eat gluten-free and dairy-free and I am having a blast. Turns out that's what I needed. Not to whine over what I 'can't have' anymore but to embrace what I can enjoy. I eat now fruits daily. I had some Valentine's candy in moderation.

I found a new lifestyle and it works. Moderation works for me. I have 1500 calories a day to spend on whatever I want...other than candy, sweets, cakes and sodas. I am gluten-free and dairy-free because of the inflammation in my body (autoimmune).

I had to maintain my weight for the last 30 days. I had surgery and I am recovering nicely.

Next week I will be back on the loser side with full speed. I can't afford to wait, I am 61 years old and I like how it feels when I am lighter.

I founded a group because I thought many would join me, turns out they do but most are not active. That's another reminder of how quickly you can slide back into the abyss.

I log daily and if you want, you can join me "https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/147326-determined-losers-on-a-weight-loss-mission-its-not-a-diet-its-a-lifestyle-change

You sound determined and I know you can succeed. In case we don't see each other online anymore. I wish you all the best.

(Log everything and preplan your days and if you can, please prepare some meals ahead. It's so much easier if you just have to open the fridge.)(