Weight loss and perseverance

Congratulations and thanks for sharing your story. I'm Type 2 Diabetic and have my blood sugar under good control but I want to get off medication. I've met with a dietician and nurse at the local diabetic clinic last year and, together with their advice and new meds, I've been able to lose about 20 lbs so far. My peak weight was 231 lbs and my fit weight when I was in my 20s was about 185 lbs and I'm at 199 this morning.

I've learned that obesity is often a hormonal issue related to insulin resistance. Poor diet and a lack of exercise exacerbates the problem. People have trouble losing weight, not because they're not trying hard enough, but more likely because they're getting bad advice. I see that many people who've chimed in already are on a low-carb diet and I think that is the right way to go. I've cut back on carbs and am eating more fats.

I thought that, if I can write out what I've learned, then I will probably have a better understanding of the problem and the solution. This is what I've learned so far: Weight Loss.