Need help and weight advice.

[Jo-Grant]

Hi everyone I have been through a lot and have had 11 operations in 11 yrs, last one 5 weeks ago. I have put a lot if weight on, am in a lot of pain and now have become very low bec of way I look I don't want to see anyone and comfort eat. Maybe there is someone else like me and have been through this.

Many thanks

Jo

[Minniewinny 5 stone Maintainer]

Hi Jo

I hope you are recovering well from your recent operation. 💐💐💐

I learnt to comfort eat when my beautiful mum died so I understand the compulsion to reach for the next thing and the anxiety of what is next... without a thought for the consequences...

I can only suggest that you try to make the next thing a healthy option and small portion until you can better learn to receive comfort from non-food items..

Maybe when your more mobile, to get comfort from achieving 1 minute of movement? Then build it up by time and different moves.. I love to dance so I choose a favourite song.. and either play it on my phone or hear it in my head... Only you know what movements are comfortable for you due to your situation- but try to aim for a minute or more of movement before you reach for the food option? It can be a challenge, but one that can be reached.

Wishing you better and cheering you on 🎉🎉🎉

[Jo-Grant in reply to Minniewinny]

Thank you for your lovely reply I will try what you said. Sorry for your loss. Hope things are getting better for you too x

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello and welcome back Jo

You have my sympathy as I also have a few health issues, and it does sometimes feel like an insurmountable mountain to climb. 😕

My advice is to tackle one thing at once. You mentioned previously that you have sugar cravings. Maybe today you focus on three healthy meals with no snacks and no added sugar. When you have achieved this, tackle the next issue.

I am not sure what exercise you are able to do, I started out just 10 minutes round the block (with two sticks) Remember every little helps. 😊

If you need any more help or advice please ask

Very best wishes

Anna

[Jo-Grant in reply to IndigoBlue61]

Thank you for your advice and support. I hope you are doing well too. X

[IndigoBlue61 in reply to Jo-Grant]

You’re very welcome 😊