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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jennisall 06/01/2016

I'm new here. I'm morbidly obese, and can't sleep tonight. So, I've been reading up on symptoms of diabetes. It runs in my family, and I'd like to see it coming before it gets here. I have also looked up support groups, and found my way here. I read about all the different kinds of baristric surgery tonight, and am 100% sure that I don't want to participate in any of them, no offense to anybody who has. Bariatric* Anyway, I look forward to chatting with you. I find myself lacking friends these days. I suffer depression, and that doesn't help either. I have begun another attempt at dieting and exercise yesterday. I feel better prepared this time than the other times, and think I can stick with it this time . I know that having a support system in place will make a huge difference. So, here's hoping I find a place here!

Laraine17 06/01/2016

Hi Jennisall, great decision to come here and get focused on eating better and exercising more. There are a number of groups here that are supportive of both exercise and eating well and I'm sure you will find what suits you as I have. The only thing that has worked for me has been group support and participation as just can't do it on my own, I have to be the worst dieter in the world! As for exercise I try not to even think of it lol! But this DS site has really helped me and especially a lovely friend, JoyceMarilyn - if you come across her she is amazing and so clued up and enthusiastic about eating and exercising. Take care.

jennisall 06/01/2016

@ Laraine17 Thank you for your reply! I've never been in a formal support group before. It's nice to be welcomed!

Ann60 06/07/2016

Hi Jennisall, glad you are here with us. My name is Ann and I am here on several groups since I am a diabetic type 2 and deal with depression but on medication and in therapy both for it. This is a good place to share. I just had a knee replacement this year Feb 18 and hoping to be able to walk my two dachshunds daily. I just finished physical therapy last week.
My weight today was 238. I was once 13 lbs from being 300. I haven't worked hard on it and my doctor will not allow me to take diet pills. I also don't want surgery for this. I went to the Y near me until it closed. There is another place I can go and pay $40 for 30 water aerobic classes and it doesn't have to be used in the same month. I have often wished I could have someone to meet there only for water aerobics but I don't have in person friends here in TN. I have lots of friends on facebook but that is it. I can go alone and have before. I love doing things alone.

Ann60 06/07/2016

I couldn't edit the post so will add here I do have a friend but she has many health problems and sometimes can't do things and lives about 20 minutes or so away.
Share when you want to because it does help.

chewbie 06/07/2016

Hi Jennisall,
I am new here too. I signed up awhile ago, but then got busy and never came back. I have thought about bariatric surgery in the past, but also don't feel it is right for me. I hope you find the support your looking for.

rose33772 06/08/2016

Try not to think of it as a diet, but a lifestyle change. I believe half of it is a mind game. I tell myself, just for today I will eat healthy and do more movement. Small changes will bring big results, just by being consistent.
I was once 175 and now 140. Just by taking a lb or 2 a week. I would like to lose another 20, but slow and steady will get us to our goals.
My best to you.

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