Hi there!

I hope that this is okay- from now on, I'll just jump in on threads instead of creating my own, but I wanted to introduce myself first.

My name is Kate and I am 27. I live in Montana and I am a teacher. I have a pretty substantial amount of weight to lose- I am shooting for around 80 pounds when it's all said and done, but right now I am just looking to get started on the right foot.

I was recently diagnosed with PCOS and I have an underactive thyroid. My doctor recommended a low carb diet for weight loss, so I am low-carbing it. If any of you all have any recommendations or experience losing with PCOS, let me know. I'm a little nervous!

I'm looking forward to losing along with all of you and getting to know you!

Kate

Welcome Kate! Good luck with your goals!

What kind of teacher are you? That's what I'm working towards becoming, myself.

Sorry I can't help you with advice about PCOS but I wish you all the best!

Welcome to the forum!

Another teacher here! Hope you enjoy your stay!

Hello. I'm 23 and have got about the same amount to lose as you (a little over 80 lbs). Good luck

Thanks for the kind words!

I am an elementary school teacher- I teach second grade. Love it.

Looking forward to losing with you!

Hi Kate!

Um, welcome? I actually just joined, like this is my first post. Super new to forums here but I've been a lurker here for a while! I love what a supportive community this is.

I myself do low-carb ( I don't eat wheat but I have tons of tricks and recipes!) and would love to share. If you're feeling nervous, it does seem like a big change to start eating less carbohydrates but you can totally do it!

You've definitely come to the right place!

Good luck!!

Welcome! I do low carb as well, but on the medifast program. I'm actually just hopping back on the wagon after a two week 9 pound gain. You can do this!