Obesity Support Group

This community is dedicated to those of us struggling with obesity. Obesity is thought to be a significant risk factor in certain health conditions, leading to increased mortality. Find the support you need by sharing your story, asking questions, and learning from others on how they have coped.

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wolfdreamer2013
wolfdreamer2013
Hi my name is Jerrie I am 43 yrs old and severly obese.I only stand 5ft 6 and weigh over 350 pounds.I am at my heaviest weight I have ever been.I am very concerned at my age and due to my health issues about how much I weigh.I am a very bad diabetic and do not seem to be able to keep my blood sugar under control.I go from one extreme to another either wont eat at all or eat to much junk.I realize this is not helping me at all.I do not even want to look at my body my own self image of myself is terrible.My partner is very supportive in caring and loving me.And we both are obese so if we could get the will power to over come our weight issue it would be great for both of us.I also have high blood pressure and cholestrol.I am intrested in the gastric bypass surgery and plan on looking into the surgery more.I have two cousins who have had the surgery one seems to be doing very well the other seems to struggle with still wanting food she should not eat.I realize it is a drastic change in a persons life but for me I wonder if its my only choice to become healthy.Look forward to being part of the group and getting to know others.Jerrie
CajunWolf
CajunWolf
Welcome to the group!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi Wolfdream:
Sorry you are having a tough time. It is hard when one has a lot of medical issues. But, please just take one day at a time, and I try for a lifestyle change, because this weight thing is always a struggle, whether at goal or overweight. I love to eat, so I have to have a very structured eating plan. What works for me is eating every 3 hrs, then I have something to look forward to. Do not take any food completely out, because for me, that will mean i will binge.
I know wt loss surg works for some, but not all. Still have to deal with head hunger and bad habits.
My husband had the gastric sleeve done last week. Tough time in hospital, but he is so tired of liquids. Only time will tell if this has helped him. But, the bad habits don't go away, we just try to control them.
Thanks for your post and welcome to this great group.....
TC40
TC40
Hugs...I am 341 and at my highest point as well. I understand the struggles you face. I am hypothyroid, bipolar, diabetic....I basically feel like death.
dsb188
dsb188
Hello Jerrie! Welcome to the group. I am a male 6ft and at my heaviest was 365. I am down to 303. I want to tell you that you can do it and lose weight either through surgery or through dieting.

I know that weight loss was something that happened for other people and not for me. I have some questions.

Have you tried myfitnesspal or some sort of dieting app?

Also i did the keto diet which is low carb. It helped me alot because I got to eat fatier foods but just had to stay away from carbs. It may be something you may want to try but ofcourse i would go through my doctor first.

I'm glad you were open enough to share your struggle and I hope everyone here can help you and we can help each other. Its not easy but i think we can all help you get there.
red47640
red47640
Hey Jerrie :-) Welcome!!!
theatrediva
theatrediva
Welcome!
wolfdreamer2013
wolfdreamer2013
Thank you to everyone who welcomed me.I have struggled with being over weight sense my teens.Now at the age of 43 I am a bad diabetic and have high blood pressure and from my diabetes being out of control I now have nueroapthy in my hands and feet.How I wish iI could lose this weight and be healthy.I know I am missing out on so much in my life that I use to enjoy doing.I love the water but if I go to a water park I am not able to go down the slides cause I way to big.And I hate how I look in a swim suit.End up wearing short over my swim suit to try to cover up some of my fat.And roller coaster I love them!! And can't ride cause I am way to big.But the main important issues is all the pills and shots I have to give myself everyday several times a day.So sick of it want to be healthy and able to walk without getting out of breath and maybe even run someday.I hope each and everyone of us is able to get healthy and I do realize there is No quick fix with losing weight.It takes time and real effort and small steps that gradually lead to bigger one.Everyone take care and be well.Hugsss.Jerrie
araggs
araggs
Hi Jerrie, I hope you find the support and strength to lose the weight. I did have a gastric bypass just over 2 years ago, and for me it was a life-changer. No, its not a fix it, but rather an amazing tool to help you combat all the things in this world that are working against you. I was pre-diabetic had aching joints constantly, and at my highest weight was 338lbs. I didn't recognize myeslf in pictures, and when it dawned on me that the image I saw before me was in fact ME.... it was a wake up call. I was going to do whatever I had to do to get healthy. Within a couple months I had the surgery. It hasn't been a cake walk, and is FAR from the easy way out. I have recently met my goal, and officially have lost more than I weigh.... what an amazing feeling that is. Whether it's through surgery or diet, I hope you find what works for you and regain the health and confidence in yourself!!
wolfdreamer2013
wolfdreamer2013
Araggs thank you for your post.Glad you wer able to become healthy and the gastric bypass was able to help you get healthy.I have went and done the seminar and to the quiz for the gastric bypass.I am waiting to hear back from the hospital I am trying to have my surgery at.One thing for me once I am approved for the surgery I will have to stop smoking and be smoke free for atleast 3 months.I hope and pray if I am accepted for the surgery that I will be able to become healthy.I am willing to give up my cigarettes in order to become healthy and what ever else it takes.Good luck to you and again congrats on you losing the weight and becoming healthy.Hugs.Jerrie