Another Newbie...

[anubisss]

I am new here. My name is Andrew and I am hoping to lose about 25 pounds. I Currently weigh about 200 lbs and am 5'9". I never had a problem with weight until about a year and a half ago. I suffered a traumatic brain injury and was also diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The combination of the medications that I take, along with quitting metamphetamine after several years of use have left me much heavier than ever before. My pants size has gone from 32 to 38 or 40 very quickly. I have not been exercising sice the head injury, and I know that this is part of it. The seroquel I take for bipolar is also part of it, as is my tegretol for anti seizure. So I have now started no/low carb diet. Today is day 3 of this. I am hoping to start exercising today as well. I hope this works for me. My wife is certain that it will, but she doesn't have too many facts about this diet. Hopefully you can all help me with this.

[sallyseachange]

Re: Another Newbie...

Hello Andrew and welcome to ADBB! Glad you found us here. Sorry to hear of your medical probs.
This is a wonderful board for good advice and inspiration. Take a look around and you'll see there's lots going on.

Your decision to exercise is great. It's really important to problem free weight loss.
Have you read the book? If not, I'd advise you get a copy of DANDR 2002 edition, which is the edition this board goes by and the last one Dr A wrote. Understanding how and why this way of eating works is a great help.

Do ask any questions you might have about this lifestyle. We're all happy to help.

[sillygirl]

Re: Another Newbie...

Hi Andrew! Welcome to the board. It's great that you have signed up and made a committment to this way of eating. You will find plenty of support here and lots of people who will answer any questions you may have. Good luck!

[dreamof145]

Re: Another Newbie...

Hi Andrew. You're very lucky that your wife is supportive of this WOE. With the encouragement from the ADBB and her help, you'll be a winner. The book will help both of you understand what to do and why. Coming here and surrounding yourself with others who want to see you succeed will make your journey to weight loss more enjoyable. We're all here for you, get active in the forums, challenges and plan to make this a WOL. Best wishes!

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