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Pneko
Pneko Posts: 9
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Hello to all the fellow fitness pals. Here is a little bit about me. I am 25, Have diabetes and trying to get fit so I can maybe start a family. I have been on several weight loss programs the most resents was Nurtasystem. On that I lost 20bl but do to loss of self worth and not being able to ignore my negative mother I stopped and gained it back pules more.

My goal is to gain a good support system and get to a healthy weight

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  • BrendaLee
    BrendaLee Posts: 4,463 Member
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    Welcome. I think you're going to find not only great weight loss tools here, but a great group of people. :flowerforyou:
  • BrenNew
    BrenNew Posts: 3,420 Member
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    Hi, and welcome to THE best site on the web! :flowerforyou:
    Between the easy to use food counter (which by the way is SUCH an eye opener!) and all the wonderfully supportive members, you WILL be able to lose the weight that you want to, AND, it'll "almost" be easy doing it! :wink:
    I recommend logging ALL your foods BEFORE you have them, rather than later, as it tends to lead to better food choices. (not to mention you'll know if you've got enough numbers left to have a night time snack, like I ALWAYS try to do!) Some people also like to weigh and measure some things, such as meats, rather than just estimating and possibly being WAY off! :noway:
    Don't go making the mistake that if you have LOTS of numbers left at the end of the day that you'll lose even faster, because that DOESN'T happen. Feel free to read any info about the site in the "help" section at the top of the home page. And also, under "all topics", then "general", and check out the first few threads. They'll really help you understand how MFP works. :smile:
    Before coming here, I had tried just about EVERYTHING out there, including hypnosis, TWICE, and nothing really worked until MFP! :love:
    Also, drink LOTS of water, it REALLY DOES help! :drinker
  • AlmostHot
    AlmostHot Posts: 312 Member
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    You have come to the right place for a good support system!:laugh:

    I have found this site to have friendly motivating and inspiring people that are only to happy to help!:flowerforyou:

    Welcome and I hope you enjoy the site!:wink:
  • FireMonkey
    FireMonkey Posts: 500 Member
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    Hi, Pneko; you'll find lots of good ideas and support here. Are you talking to somebody about the reasons you're overeating? It sounds as if some of those reasons might be emotional and it's really important to deal with that. I've been known to eat a whole family-sized chocolate bar when upset - I don't do that anymore but I had to face my issues and find healthier ways to deal with stress.

    Good luck to you; hope this site will help you be successful!
  • sassekel
    sassekel Posts: 114 Member
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    Welcome and good luck with your goals!:drinker:
  • finallyproud
    finallyproud Posts: 154 Member
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    Welcome :heart: We're so happy to have you with us :flowerforyou: You'll find an awesome support system here, and lots of ppl with great advice to help you get threw :bigsmile: Good luck!!
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
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    Hello and welcome to MFP, the best website ever. You will love this site, if you don't already. I love it here. This site is so supportive, helpful, motivational, easy to use, and everyone here is so nice and friendly. I just wanted to wish you a lot of success on your weight loss journey. You can do this!!!!!! :smile: :flowerforyou:
  • 135gratitude
    135gratitude Posts: 364
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    Welcome!:flowerforyou:

    Sorry to hear about the negative mother - that can be a huge thing to overcome - but can do it! And, as you find success here, you will probably find more strength to shut out her negativity!

    Sending positive thoughts your way!!!!!
    :smile:
  • Pneko
    Pneko Posts: 9
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    Thanks :heart: :blushing:
    I really do love the food counter its had already help me think more about the food I eat.
  • Lisa128
    Lisa128 Posts: 3
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    Good luck! I'm 48 & dealt with a negative mom too for many years. So, I sympathize. This community seems great....you can do it. AND then start a beautiful family!

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