I am 9 ish stone down today.

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I am so proud of myself.

I don’t really have anyone to tell in RL and I’ve had a LOT of stick for my weight loss recently.

December 2018, I was pushing 23 stone (I gave up weighing myself at 22.7 as it was too depressing, but I got bigger after that, so I’m guessing 23 stone) I’m 5 foot 4 and was a size 22/24. I had gained 12 stone in 4 years because my life went to shit, basically, and I ate crap and drank lager to escape.

Initially, I lost 6 stone and I fell pregnant December 2019 at just over 16 stone. I suffer from HG in pregnancy, so I don’t gain an ounce in my pregnancies due to sickness for 9 long months. I stayed 16 stone until May this year when I decided to change my life.

I cut out all processed food and cook everything from scratch and do intermittent fasting - which isn’t as dramatic as it sounds as I was diagnosed with coeliac disease two years ago, and I don’t want/like (and can’t afford!) the gluten free alternatives, so it’s been easy because I just have to. The option of gorging on McDonalds, pizza and cake after a crap day has been medically removed from me 😆

Today, I weighed 13st 13lb and I am so happy. I know 2 stone since may isn't exactly setting the world alight, but like I said, I’ve changed my life and attitude to food, I don’t see myself as being on a diet. I enjoy food, and enjoy cooking as does my husband (who has lost 30lb since may and is now at his “goal” weight).

I can move so much more freely now. Even at 16 stone, the walk up the hill to school used to leave me sweating, unable to talk and panting. Now, I hardly notice I’ve got to the top and it’s so liberating.

But, I can’t seem to tell anyone in RL. Everyone seems to be so negative. I’ve had friends come out and accuse me of using weight loss jabs or accuse me of having WLS and lying to them about it. It’s so hurtful. I even got told I was too skinny and that I looked ill the other day. I’m a size 14/16. I am in no way skinny!

I just wanted to say to anyone struggling that it is possible. Something just clicked one day. I am 43 and I feel better than ever. I want to get back to a healthy weight of 10 stone, but I know I will now. I’m no longer fighting against myself.

Well done !
a great achievement, ignore the moans they probably wish they could do the same.

That's brilliant, OP.

Sorry people RL are being so weird and negative. Maybe you need to liberate yourself from some of them too (certainly from GAF about their opinions!

That's bloody fantastic and don't doubt it!

Congratulations OP! Absolutely amazing, what an incredible achievement and it's so inspiring to hear your account of the physical benefits.

I'm really sorry that you have people in your life who are being negative about this!! Is there any way you can quietly cut them out? Whoever said you look "too skinny" at 5ft 4in and 14 stone sounds rather thick, quite frankly. Ignore and rise above.

Congratulations!!!!! And it's so refreshing to read someone be so sensible with weight loss, eating healthier but not feel like you're on a diet. Unfortunately other people are negative out of pure jealously. And if they're that mean, they aren't really your friends. You should be so proud!!!!!

It should be You you you!!!! You've done so well!!!

Absolutely incredible OP! You don’t need the affirmation of jealous types, you need us lot to give you a massive pat on the back. I for one am delighted for you.

I'm down from 16stone 3 to 13 stone 13 - but it's taken me a year (I'm 61). I developed gluten intolerance (but am not coeliac) too after covid- it gave me migraines and nerve ending issues- like you it gave me a kick up the arse

I'm just about pushing a size 16 now- down from an 18 /20

A huge well done to you

That's fantastic! Very impressed and I hope you really enjoy your improved health and confidence.

👏👏 Well done OP, that's amazing. 🏅.

Weight control is my nemesis, I'm capable in all other areas of my life but I struggle with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. I'm impressed with anyone who has struggled with their weight and sticks to a change and loses the extra lbs, it inspires me to carry on my WL journey.

Incredibly well done!

I would be celebrating ME ME ME too!! You totally deserve to. This is amazing and it’s lovely to read such a happy, inspiring post. Thank you for sharing and congratulations!

Huge congratulations !

Inspiration, thank you. Same height and my starting weight was 24 and half, managed to get to 13st 10 and got pregnant, 17st 3 full term. Currently 14 months pp with PND (still) and I'm about 19 and half. Really need to get my ass in gear so thank you for reminding me it is possible ♥️ massive congrats to you xx

Well done… that’s a fantastic achievement!

You are amazing. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. So much determination and hard work, don't forget how far you've come.

I've got 2 stone to lose and you've given me inspiration , thank you x

It sounds like you've made some drastic changes in your life and are now feeling the benefits. It's a huge thing to do and you should be so proud of yourself. I am sorry your friends are not being supportive. We will be supportive here instead! Well done on your amazing achievement.

That's awesome!

I wonder why you feel like writing a post about yourself is wrong.

Are there people in your life who don't like you prioritizing your wellbeing?

It sounds like there may well be, if they're not supportive of your weight loss.

You are amazing. Well done 👏 ✔️ 👍🏻 👌 😀 🙌

Thank you all SO MUCH! Honestly, it’s so lovely to hear positive words. It’s really only my husband and one friend cheerleading me in my real life.

I keep being told how it will all pile back on one I start eating normally and other negative things.

I am eating normally! I eat meat, loads of vegetables, fish, lentils. We make Indian and Mexican food from scratch.

I know a lot of people have issues with the fact I don’t eat bread, pasta, cakes etc and I’ve been told i’m unhealthy to cut out food groups. But gluten free food is expensive and full of additives that I don’t want to eat. So it’s not like I am depriving myself for weight loss reasons and gagging to eat it.

I’ve had some of the worst comments after I’ve been out with friends and I haven’t ordered any food. They have taken that as “proof” that I am too restrictive, have an eating disorder or have had some sort of surgery. The truth is, even if a restaurant says they have gluten free options, most can’t guarantee no cross contamination in the kitchen. I’ve been stung twice before eating out and I just won’t do it now because no meal out is worth days of sickness afterward. But when I explain that to people, it sometimes falls on deaf ears.

I'm so happy for you reading this! You must feel BRILLIANT! That requires huge lifestyle change, well done doesn't even cover it. You must be feeling so healthy too. You enjoy this achievement and feel the pride👍👍👍

Absolutely flipping fabulous!!!!!!

You absolutely get to be ME ME ME about this ! (And other things!)

I am needing to lose weight and just starting on my journey and this is very inspiring. Thank you for inspiring me!

I don’t feel it’s wrong. It was just a bit, “look at me!” when I know what it’s like to struggle with weight loss. It can feel a bit like a slap in the face when you are struggling and you read a post which comes across as, “aren’t I great? I’ve cracked it.”

Good!

I find it encouraging to hear of other people's success. Makes it feel possible

Well done to you, keep up your positive mindset. You have proved that you have discipline and willpower, and should feel proud of yourself.
ignore those people with their negativity, they sound like friends you can do without.