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Big time suckage. I've had it for a few years now. You need to go to a gastroenterologist, get an endoscopy and see what's happening. It could be the result of an ulcer, or ulcerated oesophagus, which can be treated with antibiotics. Or it might just be a chronic condition with nothing really to do but take the pills.…

I flew to the UK from Australia last year - two planes and a total of 23 hours flight time. I was about 270lb (123kg). I got an exit row seat on the way there - this was good because I didn't need to squeeze past anyone (or them past me) to be able to get up and walk around. I fit in the seat no worries and didn't need an…

I like it on a crispbread with maybe a little slice of ham, some swiss cheese, and/or some nice tomato or mango chutney.

Like! You look awesome. Soooo different. Well done.

I love all kinds of music but my enduring favourite genre for working out is ska or similar. The Cat Empire rocks my workout socks! Try 'Brighter Than Gold' first and see how you like.

This is my second attempt. Always happy to friend another Stephanie! :flowerforyou:

Hi! Also Aussie with about 25kg to lose (already lost 20). Feel free to Friend me! :) Always good to have pals in the same time zone.

^^^ Ditto everything BigKatamari said. I did the Optifast diet last year for 3 months under the supervision of a dietician and my GP with regular blood tests. I lost 20kg (40ish lbs). It got my insulin levels from over 55 to under 15 which was a great motivation. In Australia we have a modified version where in addition to…

Right in the feels! Nice one.

29, open diary. Feel free to add me.

I'd love to be able to go to the pool. Its always the first thing people say when I tell them of my osteoarthritis. But I'm allergic to chlorine! No salt water pools around here (and even those have chlorine in them these days) and am 3 hours from the beach. We have the lake, but its in a constant state of blue-green algae…

Even later - also in Canberra

I have osteoarthritis in my lumbar and thoracic spine and hip. Had it since my mid-teens. Now I'm 29 and it really sucks to have 'the spine of an 80 year old'. Referred pain and nerve damage from my multiple herniated discs and osteophytes can really make it difficult to get moving and stay moving. Sometimes I just want to…

I went with keto plus calorie counting for 3 months and lost 20kg (about 40lbs) under the supervision of a dietician and my GP with regular blood tests. I have PCOS and Insulin Resistance so we went for this method. My insulin dropped from 55 to 15 (nearly normal) in those three months and my menstrual cycle has stabilised…

Maybe try some pilates? That's cardio and strength training. How about swimming? Might not be good on the old knee though.

I love a no-cook, cold 'oatmeal' (or porridge). Regular oats (or honey roasted rolled oats for extra yumminess) soaked overnight in the fridge in equal parts almond milk and greek yoghurt, a pinch of honey or vanilla paste, with some chopped macadamias or almonds and a little dried or fresh fruit chopped in in the morning.…

I've been on a carb-restricted diet for 3 months now under the supervision of a dietician, and regular blood tests and checks with my GP. I have Insulin Resistance (insulin was 53 when I started) and PCOS, diagnosed when I was 22 (7 years ago). I I lost a good 15kg (33lbs) of fat from limiting my calories to <1000 and…

Hey, we're twins! LOL. I have the same starting weight as you (121kg) but have only lost 16kg so far. Another 30 to go! (I'm 164.5cm) Major congrats - you look AMAZING and you're very brave for posting. No need to be nervous though because its a great transformation. Good luck on the rest!

Amazingly amazing. Well done you! You look gorgeous!

Epic work, well done. You look great, so much healthier and sassier. We could be twins LOL Weight twins :)

Outstanding difference. Go you!

Taking a serious and sensible approach to this (although I think you are all hilarious and loved your replies): If you think bacon is greasy and tastes disgusting, you're getting the wrong bacon. Good bacon is good. Bad bacon is not so good. I am for the bacon. Be one with the bacon. And it isn't necessarily an UNhealthy…

I will sometimes have a cup of peppermint tea or there are lite jelly/jello option out there that have about 4 calories in them. otherwise, I'll drink water and go to bed early!

Caloric deficit and walking is all I do. I've lost 10kg in 8 weeks and have another 30kg to go. Walking will get easier and as you get fitter you will feel the need to try more, whether its some free weights (you can probably get some cheap or free off gumtree or similar, pilates or something else. But walking is great…

Congratulations! Wonderful news to get. I also have PCOS. While my glucose levels are normal, my Insulin has been 45 and up to 55 over the past 5 years. Last blood test it was down to 32! I've since lost another 5kg (10lbs) and am due another round of tests. Fingers crossed. Good luck!

I'd be interested too in any advice or anecdotes. My physiotherapist has just diagnosed my peroneal tendonitis, strapped me up and told me to rest as much as possible. Ice for the swelling, heat for the tendon. There's also apparently a really good baking soda poultice for swelling too, but I haven't tried that yet. It…

You look stunning. Well done.

Don't panic! Go to the doctor, a simple blood test will determine your insulin levels (mine were 55 five years ago, now down to 35 through diet and exercise and trending down). And an ultrasound can be used to determine cysts if any. Re getting pregnant, don't worry, it doesn't make you infertile but it does hamper your…

I started a modified Optifast diet 6 weeks ago under direction from my GP and dietician/nutritionist. I've been losing 1-1.5kg per week (about 3lbs). I have about 50kg (~100lbs) to lose to be healthy. The reason we went to the Optifast diet for starters was because I have crippling osteoarthritis in my spine. After…

I know that as I am entering into an agreement with myself to lose weight (I have about 100lbs to lose) that at first the idea of all the loose skin was a turn off. Its almost enough to say 'No, I'll stay like this, thanks'. I talked myself out of it. Don't let it be the reason you don't start or continue. You're young…