got back from a new doc

Went to a new doctor yesterday. Found out Igained about 30 lbs in 3 months. I knew it was coming because I had been eating more.  He did explain to me tht one reason I might be eating more is because I was trying to increase the endorphins to stave off the depression I suffer from. I am bi polar with sleep apnea and shift disorder n between all of the depression meds not working i was trying to feel better by eating sweets n fast food. I am back on a food plan now so we'll see if we can drop that 30. BP was up n I could feel that too.

Good luck. I watched the Spurs aginst the Lakers the other night and I found myself doing the same old things as I used to do, GRAZE THROUGHT THE GAME but I'm sure it could happen daily if were not careful.

Odd, isn't it, how sometimes we know what's going on but need an objective reminder to nudge us back on the path? Here's hoping that the new food plan—taking action—is itself an endorphin boost. I know in my own case I sometimes get more and more drained from not doing something than I do from acting on it. It's as if I need to expend energy (psychic, physical, mental, spiritual) to get energy. Nothing new in that, but then why do I wait so long? Probably part of the issues so many of us share. You did wisely by getting to the doc and making a new plan and by posting here. You'll get lots of support. Hang in there and remember, wising up after a 30 lb uptick is progress for us. Good luck.

Congrats on admitting your problem, facing your weight gain, getting to a Doctor for help, and getting back on a food plan.  Now you have absolutely no excuses not to succeed and get that 30 pound off!! Otherwise, someone will have to put a boot in your butt!!   Now get to it brother!