Tue, Aug-26-08, 09:06
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Registered Member
Posts: 62
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Plan: South Beach
Stats: 308/298.2/150
BF:
Progress: 6%
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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Well, I'm back. I was referred to a gastric surgeon to see if I am a candidate for gastric surgery, preferably lapband as I don't want to be cut open again. But the doctor told me yesterday I am too heavy (BMI is 52) and old (72). He could cut me open but it would be very risky. So, we both agreed that is not the best way for me to go. So, I will get my Dr. Bernstein low carb book for diabetics and my South Beach books back out and start over again. Gotta do this as I have too much ahead of me to stay this big.
I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes about 2 or 3 months ago, and referred to a dietician who insisted I wasn't getting enough carbs. I was so confused and it threw me for a curve. But now I know that low carbs is the only way I can lose. I have not been doing any exercising but now know that I have no choice so I will get on the treadmill and get the body moving. I have a lot of weight to lose and am insulin resistant, but will do what I can to try to get into some sort of shape. So, here I go. So glad this thread is on line.
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