sfdreams
01-17-2008, 11:26 AM
Hey all! I was looking at my sister-in-law's Christmas photos that she sent, and was totally SHOCKED by my appearance! I knew that I was losing weight, and my clothes were falling off, but I just couldn't see it in my body. (I only noticed that my face had changed.)
So, I wanted to share with you all. I went totally raw immediately after reading Alissa's book on August 2nd. I have only had 3 instances of non-raw since then (vegan hotdogs--I guess I'm human, after all!)
I am now at the lowest weight I have been since 1986! And I accomplished my first minor goal--to get below 300lbs. The last time I weighed I was at 278. I began this journey at 336. My highest weight was 376.
I think I have attached the photos...my first time, you know!:D The first was taken in June 2007--I am the one in the blue T-shirt. The second is the picture that shocked me the other day--I am the one in red. I realize that the picture is not that great--no smile on my face!! Wasn't aware the picture was being taken, and I don't recall what was being discussed.
I am really happy with my weight loss, though it has slowed down quite a bit (and before I had my human lapse with the veggie dog!) But, I really began this more for the health benefits than the weight, and I am extremely happy! My arthritis has improved dramatically--only my thumbs really bother my at all anymore, and WA-A-A-AY less than they used to! My knees don't hurt at all anymore, and I am able to go up and down stairs again. My hips only ache occasionally when I am in bed, and I'm not sure if it's because we need a new mattress or because of my arthritis.
I have been off of all medications since October--Glucophage (for diabetes), Altace (for high blood pressure and kidney protection from diabetes), Zyrtec and Singulair (for my multiple allergies), Cymbalta (for all my aches and pains), Ambien (for my sleeping disorder). My BP has been running 110/70 now, and I am sleeping so much better than I have in years--and without drugs! My allergies still bother me a little--but believe me, if I went off meds when I was on a SAD diet (and I did occasionally when money was tight) I felt so sick, stuffed up, and headach-y. And I have energy to spare! (Though I confess it hasn't helped me get more motivated with my housework, like others on this board! I guess I just really dislike housework, LOL!)
Although I haven't pushed my new lifestyle on anyone (though I confess to have been sorely tempted--I have the zeal of a new convert!) several people in my life have noticed the changes in me and asked about it. Some have even remarked on my new "glow"!
So, I am ecstatic and raw for life!! Thanks to all of you for the support that I've found on this board. I couldn't have done it without ya!!
So, I wanted to share with you all. I went totally raw immediately after reading Alissa's book on August 2nd. I have only had 3 instances of non-raw since then (vegan hotdogs--I guess I'm human, after all!)
I am now at the lowest weight I have been since 1986! And I accomplished my first minor goal--to get below 300lbs. The last time I weighed I was at 278. I began this journey at 336. My highest weight was 376.
I think I have attached the photos...my first time, you know!:D The first was taken in June 2007--I am the one in the blue T-shirt. The second is the picture that shocked me the other day--I am the one in red. I realize that the picture is not that great--no smile on my face!! Wasn't aware the picture was being taken, and I don't recall what was being discussed.
I am really happy with my weight loss, though it has slowed down quite a bit (and before I had my human lapse with the veggie dog!) But, I really began this more for the health benefits than the weight, and I am extremely happy! My arthritis has improved dramatically--only my thumbs really bother my at all anymore, and WA-A-A-AY less than they used to! My knees don't hurt at all anymore, and I am able to go up and down stairs again. My hips only ache occasionally when I am in bed, and I'm not sure if it's because we need a new mattress or because of my arthritis.
I have been off of all medications since October--Glucophage (for diabetes), Altace (for high blood pressure and kidney protection from diabetes), Zyrtec and Singulair (for my multiple allergies), Cymbalta (for all my aches and pains), Ambien (for my sleeping disorder). My BP has been running 110/70 now, and I am sleeping so much better than I have in years--and without drugs! My allergies still bother me a little--but believe me, if I went off meds when I was on a SAD diet (and I did occasionally when money was tight) I felt so sick, stuffed up, and headach-y. And I have energy to spare! (Though I confess it hasn't helped me get more motivated with my housework, like others on this board! I guess I just really dislike housework, LOL!)
Although I haven't pushed my new lifestyle on anyone (though I confess to have been sorely tempted--I have the zeal of a new convert!) several people in my life have noticed the changes in me and asked about it. Some have even remarked on my new "glow"!
So, I am ecstatic and raw for life!! Thanks to all of you for the support that I've found on this board. I couldn't have done it without ya!!