Jeffrey Stern

I really don't know why I'm here...I don't like this forum ( and some of the people). However I will update after being gone for some time.

I hope this will encourage some one who is feeling down. I am at a 100lbs loss since May 1st. I am eating well and feeling great. My sugar levels from diabetes 2 is at perfect level. My doctor has taken me off insulin ( I use to take 60 plus units a day) and I only take metformin twice daily. My doctor has also taken me off ramipril (for high blood pressure). My arthritic pain in my joints is non existent. I have gone from a 50 inch pant size to a 40 almost 38 inch pant waist. I was wearing a 4xL shirt size and now XL.

I am eating healthy foods...veggies, fruit, legumes, protein and have stayed away from processed carbs and gluten such as bread, pasta, rice.  All this is because I have the WILL TO WIN  !!!!! (hear that people that's the ticket !!!! MIND OVER MATTER !!!) Of course NO sugar. except the odd DQ ice cream cone ( I don't eat the cone and maybe half the ice cream)...(you only live once LOL). All my vitamin and mineral levels are good (my B12 was a little high so I cut back on that vitamin.) have had numerous blood work done.  I have had two visits with a Nutritionist and Nurse practitioner as a three month follow up since surgery both are pleased with my outcome. Next month I will see the surgeon as a follow up.   

For exercise : I walk as much as I can EVERYWHERE !!!! ride my bike occasionally. I also do some muscle training (at home) to firm up.

Listen people I don't pretend to have all the answers...(like some people) I know whats good for ME and with the help from the medical staff. Everyone is different !!! Don't get discouraged and hating. I can only say ...you must know yourself and your body and limitations. again MIND OVER MATTER !!!

DO NOT ..I repeat..DO NOT  respond to my status update submission as I don't want to hear from anyone...positive or NEGATIVE !? (I don't efing care ...got it!!! ) I only hope to help or encourage someone having a difficult time. After all isn't it why we are here to be supportive....and NOT HATING !!!