I Have Gained Weight

My picture I use are 4 years old from my first/second year of high school I’m going to be a senior now and I’m 40 pounds fatter now than I was in these pics I am extremely uncomfortable with this topic I’m nearly in tears because of what I’ve done to myself but I hope to find support and people to motivate me to lose 45 pounds by this time next year

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greenmountaingal · 70-79, F

I am battling a weight problem myself. I have found that eating a low carb diet with small portions, only eating when hungry and only eating until you are no longer hungry (instead of feeling "full") works for me. Too many carbs make you hungrier and also make you store fat more easily. If you read labels, you will be amazed at how many carbs are in most commercial foods. High fructose corn syrup is especially tough on overweight people. What "low carb" means depends of which "expert" you decide to listen to; it can range from 20 grams a day (which I adhere to) to 50 grams a day. Make any carbs you eat natural ones with plenty of fiber like non starchy vegetables. Measure your carbs as actual carbs not "net carbs" which is basically a commercial trick to convince you the product is not really too loaded with carbs.

Drink plenty of water and get some fresh air and exercise every day for your general health.

Think of weight loss and eventually weight maintenance as part of a general habit of taking care of yourself, including dental care (I use a water flosser) and emotional care (being around friends, having enough alone time, avoiding trouble, difficult people and dangerous situations etc.)

Message me for support if you like. I struggle with my weight every day; it's a lifetime project.