Hi, I'm new and happy to have found 3FC!
 

Hi, I'm about to turn 35 and have just weighed in at 162lbs, which is only 3lbs over my lowest weight since Sep.04.

I had my thyroid removed in '02 and have had problems with hypothyroidism, depression and anxiety. Now that I'm approaching my lowest weight in years, I'm realizing I have many, many problems accepting that I deserve to be healthy and thin.

After '04 I regained the 30lbs I lost plus about 20 more. My highest was late '06-early '07. In April '07 I caught the flu and ended up with an arrythmia. My BP was sky high and I was put on an ACE inhibitor. That scared me and I lost 30lbs.

In late '07 my healthy lifestyle was sidetracked because I indulged too much (hey, I'd earned it, right?), and then my thyroid medicine was changed which wreaked havoc and put me totally off track for at least 6 months, if not more.

'08 was the year of overindulgence. I was dealing with a lot of emotional issues and would lose 5-8 pounds only to gain it back after a week of fast food. As '08 wound down I knew I just felt unhealthy. I was encouraged that I'd lost the 30lbs in '07 so shouldn't I continue? Toward the end of Dec. and early Jan. I figured out what new behaviors I needed to replace the old ones: exercise (so I rejoined my gym which gave me 5 free PT sessions, which has been crucial), less alcohol, less sugar, more veggies. The gum has helped me out immensely, it helps me keep it all in perspective and I love how I feel after I work out. My body has already responded to my new routine and it's only been 34 days (but who's counting?).

Happy to be here & looking forward to getting to know others learning how to treat themselves well,
Just Fluffy

Welcome! There is a wealth of information on this site and many knowledgable people. Look around to find your niche and join in the forums!



Highest weight 209
Today's weight 168

Welcome JustFluffy! I'm fairly new here myself. This has been the best place for me by far; for inspiration and help. Congrats to you on figuring out what needs to be done and going with it. Your routine must be working for you and thats great! I myself am doing WW with following the points and just making healthier choices and being aware of EVERYTHING I put into my mouth. Good luck to you!:hug:

Hi JustFluffy, and welcome... from one newbie to another. This seems to be a great place to find support for making healthy changes. I am looking forward to seeing you around the board!!

Welcome to 3FC!!

Surf around and settle in! We have subforums based on age, eating plan, exercise and more. I'm glad you're here!!

Be sure to check out our Dieting with Obstacles forum for support from others with thyroid disorders.