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Just like you have to train your self to eat healthy food and exercise, in the same way you need to retrain your mind to let go of negative thoughts. One thing I found useful was not to fight panic - you just produce more adrenaline and feel worse. Let it go, let it wash over you, and it will subside on it's own. Dr Claire…

Hi all. I have been there too. My anxiety is mostly related to some health issues I have, but of course the nature of anxiety is that it seeps into all areas of your life. Here are some things that helped me: Self Help for Your Nerves by Claire Weeks - fantastic book, a real life saver. I took this book everywhere. Stop…

I decided a few weeks ago, when I went back on my healthy eating plan, to weigh myself everyday as soon as I got up. I was determined to take a more detached attitude and record my weight, up or down, and not be too concerned about it, simply sticking to my eating plan regardless. I lasted a week. I am someone who gets…

So you had 'weeks of eating salad and fruit', then had a small hamburger and salad, and the next day you lost weight? The effects of the McD probably wouldn't seen until a couple of days at least, and even then it wouldn't make a huge difference as it was basically not a high cal meal. The weight loss is due to the…

You look great. People who say, "I won't weight train because I don't want to get bulky" have no idea of the huge weights and reps you have to do in order to get that big. People who are professional body builders spend years training to get that big. Weight training is great exercise. Ill health has meant it's not for me…

You look fantastic. Well done. You've probably already tried it, but my kids have had good results with Freederm cream when other stuff hasn't worked.

Well done. The results are clear to see - you look great in the seconds pics. I would like to lose about 3 stone, but I am feeling a bit outfaced at the figure of 40+lbs so I am just going to aim for 7lbs at a time. You must be really starting to feel the health benefits now.

I think you have made fantastic progress. You should be proud of what you have achieved so far, not beating yourself up about it. It's always easier to lose when you are heavy. The last few pounds are always tougher. Muscle weighs more than fat, so don't get hung up on numbers on your scale anyway. I think I would agree…

I would say that diet is the main key to weight loss, but that the benefits of exercise are so numerous in terms of mental health, fitness, reducing bp etc. that it is something that everyone should try to incorporate a little, even if it is just walking. If you look at shows like Biggest Loser or Obese: A Year to Change…

Well done on your weight loss. I think Jchite is correct though - when you look at the physique of power lifters they don't have the muscles of body builders, but they have huge bulk. Obese women get less osteoporosis than thin women because carrying say, an extra 100lb around is equivalent to doing a great deal of weight…

At 6'5 and a very heavy weight, I guess there was no hiding. You have done a great job and look terrific. Great to lose it whilst you are young as being overweight really holds you back from so many things. Good luck with the next stage.

You look wonderful, Marty. One of my worries is not losing the weight soon (now 51) as I know how much harder it gets when you are older. When I was younger it seemed to melt away more quickly, whereas now it's so much harder just to lose a few pounds. I also think the effect on your health of being overweight really comes…

You look great. Well done. I would love to hear more about how you changed your diet to achieve these great results.

Amazing transformation. I would be interested in hearing more about how you did it and how you find the weight loss has affected your health. Well done.

When you have a bad day (eating wise or with other stuff) you just have to let it go. Otherwise you drive yourself nuts going over it in your head. I am a comfort eater. I can be doing great but them something (often pathetically small) can bug me and I go straight to the cupboard to look for cookies or chocolate. I…

If your friends are so mean and unsupportive, you need to lose them, not lose weight. If you are already a healthy weight, just keep on with the gym as it's good for your physical and mental health.

I agree that crash dieting can work, but most people don't do it with regards to adequate nutrition. They just exist on a bowl of Frosties a day so they can get into a swimsuit in 4 weeks time. Unless it is adequately supervised, it's not going to provide you with a healthy diet, or be any good for your mental health. Or…

Hi. I have suffered from anxiety and panic attacks for several years. Mine started in relation to health issues but expanded to become generalised anxiety. Here are some things that helped me - Self Help for Your Nerves by Dr Claire Weeks is a fantastic book that I read over and over, Stop Thinking Start Living by Dr…