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[janrad]

56, overweight and think my blood pressure's high. i really need to change my lifestyle, but don't know where to begin. i'm going to try and follow the NHS advice, that is diet, more sleep (hard at the moment as i've just lost my Mum. reduce my salt intake and exercise more. wish me luck guys xx

[miopus]

Start on Day 1 today with this NHS Plan and using the support on here. Start now. It makes you feel good to eat better.

[Hidden]

Hi and welcome - sorry to hear of your loss

This is a great place for help / advice and support - download the NHS 12 week plan and have a good read on here

Good luck on your journey

[Caz28]

sorry to hear you've lost your Mum 💕 Good luck with the 12 week plan.

[kalahuchi]

I am sorry for your loss janrad; no wonder your blood pressure is high and you are unable to sleep and my heart goes out to you. I am so glad that you are beginning to think of ways you can improve your lifestyle and sometimes after a bereavement, it's a bit like digging your way out from under a dark cloud. Be kind to yourself and the very best of luck x

[janrad]

thankyou all. sending love and hoping to keep in touch xxx

[Lin2303]

HI there and welcome on board. Good luck with the journey janrad !

[IndigoBlue61]

Good morning janrad 😊 I see you have had a warm welcome to the Weight Loss forum. And can see that we're a friendly bunch! 😊

Can I suggest you take a look at the Pinned Posts section, to the right of your screen (bottom, if you're using a mobile) and have a look at the Welcome Newbies thread.😊 there is lots of info here, and links to the nhs12 week plan and also for checking your BMR and target calories 😊 it's important to eat enough so you don't get hungry or feel deprived 😊

I am sorry to hear you have recently lost your Mum. This is such a difficult thing to get through, and like Kalahuchi says, it can be like living under a permanent black cloud 😕 Maybe the NHS12 week plan will be a small thing to focus on and provide a distraction. And you will feel healthier. If you are worried about you blood pressure then I really think you need to visit your GP or practice nurse.

If you wish to then please join us for the Monday Group weigh-in. If you follow Lowcal and Moreless (our very approachable site Admins), you'll be notified when they post the threads. The latest weigh-in thread can always be found in the Events section, to the right of the home page. 😊

I also like to be active on the forum, as that's where we exchange ideas and get our daily dose of motivation and inspiration.😊 It's also a very useful distraction when you feel like nibbling😊

Have a good day, good luck and best wishes 😊




[janrad]

thanks so much for the very helpful advice and making me feel welcome within the group. have a good day too xx

[misstippytoes]

sorry for your loss - loads of support on these forums. God luck on your journey - lots if little changes make a big difference overall 😊