I'm 54, about 40 pounds overweight. I'm not sure exactly how much as I have refused to step on a scale for years. Dr office is only time I get weighed. Naturally I avoid the dr office... Lol

Gained most during menopause. I fought weight all my life and managed to keep it at bay until the past 5 years. My dieting was always fad diets etc, they worked but probably did not help my health. They don't work after menopause and I don't want to wreck my health with fads. I'm fortunate to have few health issues, I get migraines and have some joint stiffness but otherwise no blood pressure, heart, etc issues.

I've managed this past summer to loose some weight, I estimate about 6-7 lbs over 3 months according to how clothing fits.. I didn't actually strictly diet just cut carbs down and cut sugar out. I've been pleasantly surprised some weight has finally budged since menopause and I don't want to jinx it. Wanted to join here to add a bit of accountability and support to my efforts.

Glad to have you here, Lexus! There's a lot of great information around here. Hopefully it can help.

And 54 is NOT old!

Hi Lexus 54 is not old! Good luck on your weight loss journey.

Welcome! You're in a great place!

yes verry good

Lexus, I am 57, soon to be 58, and have successfully lost 45 lbs. in 6 mos. Menopause hit a few years ago. I just eliminated the whites (potatoes, flour, sugar, and rice) and processed foods, except thin sliced lunch meats like turkey. I also am broiling/boiling/grilling/baking instead of frying. I am learning new ways to cook vegetables where I can enjoy them. Mostly I only ate the starchy ones. Haven't been able to exercise much, because of joint issues - spraining ankles, frozen hand and shoulder stuff). Losing the weight will make you have so much more energy. I know if I can do it, so can you! Good luck on your journey!