[pocho032003]

Hi my name is Theresa I weigh 237lbs and I am 5'6. I am insuline resistant or a pre diabetic. I am trying to lose weight it is just so hard to do. I will stay on a diet like a week then I am off of it. I get such bad cravings I just want something sweet. I have everything agianst me for diabetics. I am native american my uncle and my grandmother on both sides of the family have it. And I am really overweight.

[Marti]

Welcome Theresa--

I hope you find this site to be a great place to come to for support and advice and any question you may have! It has helped me realize a lot of things about myself that I need to work on.

There are so many threads that are helpful and so many people to meet and become "friends" with. This is truly an incredible place to be when you need someone to lean on and talk to.

I browse around and enjoy reading about everyones successes and their struggles..helps me realize I'm not alone. So feel free to do the same!!

Once again.....welcome to 3FC!!! Glad to have you around and hope to hear more from you!!

Marti

[fotojunkie]

Just because you have diabetes in your family doesn't deliver a death sentence to you. If you maintain a healthy weight and life a healthy lifestyle (sensible diet AND adequate rest and exercise) you can beat the tendency that has been handed down through your genes.

My father was diabetic and all his brothers and sisters (11) are or were diabetic. When I was overweight (272 at 6' tall) is was pre diabetic. My doctor informed me in March, though, that that is no longer the case. He says I am very healthy.

I still watch my sugar, although I have not cut it out completely.

The plan I followed was pretty easy and I had few cravings. I lost a lot of weight and got really healthy, including reversing my high blood pressure.

You're in the right place to get started.

Good luck.