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Hi there...I keep tons of small amounts of food in my pockets!! You ready; all nuts (almond, walnuts, ect), seeds (sunflower, pumpkin), rye crackers, other whole wheat crackers, raisins. When I feel my blood pressure dropping, I'll pop something into my mouth.
on 10/27/22 4:07 pm
I do have a latex mattress. There are no springs but it does have cores for support. Part of what sold me on it initially is that they're supposed to be cooler than regular mattresses. I'd say that's true. This past year I have added a memory foam topper since I had previously liked firmer mattresses but seem to feel everything more as I age. Part of what helped was going in and laying down on everything they had on display. So for me, latex worked. No springs in mine, though.
HW 282, LW 123.4 (8/29/23), CW 144.4
Pre-op-33, M1-12, M2-17, M3-14, M4-11, M5-14, M6-5, M7-6, M8-5, M9-22, M10-6, M11-5, M12-2, M13-2, M14-5
I would not go with just a memory foam. I bought a new mattress pre WLS and the research on what was good for heavy people led me to get a Saatva, it's a spring, latex and pillow top mattress and worked great previously and was so comfy I haven't bothered to change it. I can't remember all the research outcomes but know I definitely wanted something with springs.
HW: 306 SW: 282 GW: 145 (reached 2/6/19) CW:150
Jen
I could really use some support as I have almost none. I have surgery scheduled for 11.23.2022. My BMI is 36-35 but, I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, no energy, everything is a struggle, feet problems from the added weight, and am pre-diabetic. The list goes on. I have yo-yo dieted my entire life, tried every eating plan out there and I am at the heaviest weight I have ever been at. My friends and family (the few I have told about surgery) all say ... your not that big, you should just diet & exercise, just set your mind to it, its your age, you are being vain etc. It give me an influx of feelings. I am not dictating what they should say and they are completely entitled to their feelings but where is the compassion for me and my struggles? Is this selfish of me to feel this way?
Is a latex mattress a good type of mattress for a heavy person? My spring mattress needs replacing and I'm trying to figure out whether to get a latex mattress or a memory foam.
Most people use memory foam mattresses now but I've been reading they don't have the bounce needed to help a large person move when in the bed. memory foam can be difficult to move from side to side.
Is latex good for someone plus size do you know?
I don't want to fork out a lot of money and then realize it was a stupid idea.
Thanx
AW
We were also recommended this book, but I didn't take it seriously. It might be worth a read, thanks.
I fully support your position. I am a member of the future patient's family (at least I hope so), and I understand that inaction can lead to more disastrous consequences. It's normal to be afraid of change, but it's not normal to understand that you are on edge and do nothing.
The nurse's words cheered me up.
First, forgive yourself. Keep blaming yourself is only going to make the problem worse.
Second, knowing there's a problem is the first step towards correcting the underlying issues.
Third, set a course of action, whether seeing a counselor or psychologist that deals with weight issues.
And
Fourth, find a weight loss program that program that teaches proper nutrition, support, and teaches how to handle head hunger as opposed to physical hunger.
When you do see your pcp, you can tell them how you are addressing the issues at hand. Believe me, there are so many in the same boat as you.
SW 327
GW 150
CW 126
I also want to start taking better care of my skin. It used to be fine before; I didn't think I needed some additional solutions to keep it so. I have good genetics, my skin tone is even, and I have no other skin issues many other people have.
But recently, I started noticing I am getting older, and it's clearly seen on my face. I need to do something about it, and, in the beginning, I will get a small surgery from https://www.drbustillo.com/cosmetic-procedures/facelift to fix the shape of the face a little and get rid of excessive skin. And then, I will develop my own skincare routine. Thanks for the advice.
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