I have not heard the Mayo Clinic Diet. However, I do know it can be done. Don't give up make a plan and start every day to do that plan. I started almost 2 years ago taking small steps. I have since lost over 150lbs. So I am proof it can be done.

I am 57 5ft 1o 275 and just getting started also. keep in touch maybe we can encourage each other i plan to shoot for 5 lbs and so on 1 step at a time GOD BLESS BOB

Here's some encouragement. Never give up on yourself, no matter how frustrated you are, no matter how impossible your goals seem. You are worth making the effort. But it does take effort, and it will take some work.

There are a million ways to lose weight. The Mayo Clinic Diet is as good as any other, maybe better than a lot, because the Mayo Clinic is one of the best health/medical places in the U.S. So if they are putting a weight loss plan out there, it will be a good one.

But there are lots of good plans and programs out there. It's important for you to look some of them over and pick one that you think will work best for you. Good luck with it.

Hey Ray. I do remember reading something about the Mayo Clinic Diet and I beleive from what I read it got good reviews.. Like the others have said, there are so many diet plans out there. I think it's important to have a well balanced diet plan and to really cut down on sugar and simple carbs . Most importantly, if you are able, incorporate exercise in the plan.. No matter how much you can get in.. Start slow...... a 20 minute walk a day....... anything to get moving and burn more calories and increase your metabolism... I wish you all the best and just don't put too much pressure on yourself..

Big hugs!

Gaye

Hiya! Giving up is not an option.. I believe that you can do this. Invest a calorie counter book and notebook..and start planning your daily meals.. That is what am doing, am on a low calorie (1000) and am losing!! Calorie counting is free and it works, if you focus your mind to do it. Stay strong and NEVER GIVE UP!! Good luck!!

I agree with Beesley.

Perhaps you should start with smaller goals. Like cutting something out of your current "diet" and committing to walking for 15 minutes every day, or every other day. Often when we set our sights too far out, it's overwhelming. Some people just don't do well with "just do it"...I personally am that way...but a lot of folks aren't. So, i'd recommend setting a weekly goal. Then, when you achieve it each week, you'll look forward to setting your next week's goal and accomplishing it.

I usually recommend looking up a good diabetic diet. They are very balanced and require to eat smaller meals throughout the day and they are reasonable and realistic. You may not be the type of person that can go balls to the wall all at once. You may just have to take baby steps. In a situation like this one...slow and steady wins the race.

So, yes, it can be done. Yes, you can do it. And no...do not give up...you are worth the effort.

I agree one day at a time.....i have recently gained 30 pounds in less than 6 months....I don`t like my body the way that it`s now but I have started slowly to get back into a reasonable shape. I also have high blood pressure and heart problems.....let`s help each other :)