Need to get weight down after TIA

[Bevski]

Always been healthy only ever taken Paracetamol now after 2 TIA's Mini strokes on quite a lot of Meds & awaiting to see if I will need a Pacemaker. You would think all that would be incentive enough but I am struggling to stick to any weight loss programme so joined here for support x

[VickyDLM 2 stone]

Welcome, Bevski!

Sorry to hear about your poor turn of health and I hope you're on the mend now. You've definitely come to the right place as there's always someone around to offer support and suggestions. Especially as most have "been there, done that"! I would suggest having a look at the NHS plan as a great place to start.

An admin should be around soon to give you the grand tour.

Good luck!

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello Bevski and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum

Here are a few suggestions on how to get the most out of the forum. Please note if you are using the new HU App many of these features are not available so I suggest you use the full website version.

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.

You'll notice a grey box next to people's names, these are achievement badges, and as a new member you have a 'Newbie' badge. We've found that to get the best out of this community, we need to be active on the forum, as it's where we exchange information, get motivation and inspiration and make friends. We hope that you'll join us here, regularly, too. If you have any questions please just ask

Best wishes

Anna

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Welcome! Sorry about your health issues. Lots of people will be here for you. Me too!