need help loosing weight..

[billiekent]

Hello everyone, Im so glad I found this site, took me awhile but I did.. I went to the doctor's office yesterday for the flu.. and I weight 271lbs. Im 5ft. 6, I have to loose, I go for my secont knee replacement on Jan. the 30th. I had my right one replaced six months ago and now I go for the left knee. its all because I am so heavy, at least that had alot to do with it .I worked all my life on concrete and I was heavy then .. but I quit smoking 4 years ago and gained another 40 lbs.. this is it for me. Im ashamed to go anywhere with my husband, not only that, I was told by the doctor that I now have diebetes.. so I am going to find out how this site works and what to do.. I know its much better to have support when trying to change .. its really impossable to do by myself.. so I think all you good people for any advise you give me and for your support... Billie... buy the way what does post a poll with this thread mean ? I did.

[sillygirl]

Welcome to the board billiekent! I'm glad you've found this site too! There is a diabetic forum here with lots us useful information. Here's the link:
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...splay.php?f=37

Eating this way will be very healthful for you!

[dreamof145]

Billie, welcome to the forum. I am so happy you've found us. The best thing is that you don't have to do this alone, there are so many people who want to see you succeed and are willing to encourage you every step of the way. I understand what you are going through with the knee replacements. I had both mine done last year ~ 6 weeks apart. The main thing is to make a plan for succeeding while you are recovering. You can do this, you have the support of everyone here! Welcome and best wishes. If you need help, just ask.

[sallyseachange]

Welcome Billie! Glad you found us here!

[Erin68]

Welcome Billie! Keep at it and within only a couple of weeks, you'll be feelin so much better! It's amazing how just a small amount of weight lost makes us feel so much better.. physically and mentally!

Best advise I can give is to stay strong, really focus on changing your life. This board is amazing and the people are so supportive! Spend some time reading and floating around here, you'll be inspired by the others stories and success!

[Jace]

Welcome Billie!

Congratulations on finding the boards and a new way of eating...you won't regret it! Trust me, this will be a life changing experience

Best of luck on your weight loss journey and if you need anything just give a shout!

~Far la bella figura!

[Lyssie]

Welcome to the board!!!

Did you pick up your DANDR, water bottle, and multi-vitamins?? Have you thought about what you're going to do for exercise?? There are a bunch of challenges that are constantly running.

Like Jace said, if you need anything, feel free to give a holler.

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