I'm too young to die.

MillieMooToo
MillieMooToo Posts: 2
edited October 16 in Introduce Yourself
Sorry if that's a bit melodramatic, but that's the truth. I'm 33 years old and as of this morning, I weigh 285.5 pounds. I went to the doctor in November because my racing heart woke me up in the middle of the night and I was afraid a heart attach was just around the corner. Long story short, the doctor said it wasn't a matter of IF, but a matter of WHEN. I'm so afraid. :cry:

I'm so worried now and I'm noticing every twinge, every heartbeat, every headache, every ache. My blood pressure in November was something like 126/110, which is the first high reading I've ever had in my life.

I'm making some changes to save my life. I will walk an hour every day. I will drink at least 2 liters of water every day. I will avoid processed foods and keep an extra close eye on my sodium intake.

I will do this. Not because I want to fit in a size 8 dress. Not because I want to wear a swimsuit in public. Not because I want to be able to fit in an airplane seat. I will do this because I don't want to die. I refuse to eat myself to death. I am worth it.

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  • shad1018
    shad1018 Posts: 191 Member
    I cannot think of a better reason to DO THIS! Congrats on your determination and the choices you have made. Everyday you will be a little bit further along your journey to a healthier you! I am on that journey also, it's a great one. :smile:

    Susan
  • Smokey19
    Smokey19 Posts: 796 Member
    I truly know what you mean. I had a heart attack and open heart surgery at the age of 44. I couldn't believe it. I knew that I was over weight, smoked and had diabetes, but I was only 44! Please feel free to add me if you wish.
  • sncmaddie
    sncmaddie Posts: 37 Member
    I'm 37 and worry about my heart health as well. Anybody on here can add me as a friend.
  • melonsss
    melonsss Posts: 144 Member
    hi from experience excessive weight is dangerous. a lifetime of dieting can be isolating but joining MFP is a positive step towards adopting a healthy lifestyle. I have 100 lbs to lose. I will send
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