A Choice to Change

Candace Loomis

From the moment I got the “insulin resistant” diagnosis from my doctor, I knew that I had to make a choice.

When faced with a choice, I think most of us decide among the (a) Do Nothing Plan, (b) “Trying Something New” Plan or (c) Make a Change Plan.  Plan (a), in my mind, is the equivalent of covering my ears, closing my eyes and saying “La la la la la, I do not hear you saying that my blood pressure is high, my cholesterol is high, my joints are disintegrating, my back is overstressed because of the size and weakness of my abdomen, la la la la.”  Plans (b) and (c) are usually better options, but be aware of the subtle yet important difference between (a) trying something new and (b) changing.
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New Insights

Diane Banwart

My name is Diane and I have lost 140 pounds off my 5’9” frame. Before surgery I was 300 pounds. I am 57 and have been married for 33 years. We have a beautiful daughter and a loving son-in-law. I am also very fortunate to have my mother who is 88 and in great physical and psychological condition. She still spends time on her Health Rider!
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No More “Big Mac”

Douglas MacQueen

They call me "BIG MAC!"  For most of my adult life I have flirted just a few sandwiches short of 300 lbs.  I have had a few colorful nicknames in years past (haven't we all).  Some that come to mind include the ever popular, "Fatso," not to mention "Lardbutt" and "Leadbelly." 
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