Hi everyone! First time on this...I can't cope anymore with my weight and am desperate to feel healthy. I've tried so many times but because of my medication I just want to eat eat eat!
I'm going to try now with others help to beat this weight problem and get back into my clothes!
Hello Garoline and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum
It must be very difficult when you have to take medication that's causes weight gain. Have you spoke to your GP about trying different drugs? If they can't be changed, at least by taking control of what you are eating you will improve your overall health. Please check you target calories using the NHS BMI checker as this is often more than you would expect 😊
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The first place to look is at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), read the Welcome Newbie thread first and move through to the challenges, where we hope you'll find at least one that will appeal to you. Move down to the Topics, to find a variety of threads, collated into specific topics for ease of access and we ask that you also 'file' your own threads, so that others won't miss your important news
Have a look at the NHS 12 week plan, as many people have had success with it. Also use the BMI checker to find your target calories, it's important to eat enough. This was a major turning point for me, realising I could eat anything I wanted as long as the calories are accounted for. Don't forget to take your starting measurements and a 'before' picture, as they can be very motivating on days that the scales refuse to co-operate
The forum also have group weigh-ins every day, as well as a new Daily Diary, if you wish to take part. The posts can always be found in the Events section on the 'home' page. And if you just want to chat, to say hello or share any news or struggles then look out for What's Happening Today thread.
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Best wishes
Anna
I'm sure you can do this Garoline , but as Admin will probably advise, when they get back to you, if you are on medication you should speak to your doctor first about any weight loss programme.
My own experience is that weight loss can be achieved even with all sorts of health conditions and medication. For years an underactive thyroid and being on medication was my excuse for not losing weight. But eventually I had to admit to myself that it was an excuse, not a reason. I put on weight when I eat too much, simple as that. And restricting my calorie intake, eating healthy meals and watching portion size, (not all the time, you have to live a bit sometimes,😊) slowly but surely, the weight is coming off.
So good luck, the NHS 12week plan works!
Hi Garoline, you most definitely have come to the right place. I myself had given up on losing weight as being disabled and depressive most of the meds I am on cause weight gain I found this website, but my support worker told me that I needed to get out and meet people instead of being cooped up 24/7 so she encouraged me to join Slimming world. I think I joined in May and I can positively say that I am happily losing weight and meeting new friends (Beryl today).
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