It dawned on me that some may think that I'm a little crazy going on this weight loss program. Yes, drinking most of my meals for a while and being on a very low calorie diet is a little crazy. Many people will tell me (whether lying or being truthful) that I'm perfect the way I am and that I'm beautiful at the weight that I am.
The thing is that I know that I'm beautiful just the way I am. I have a fantastic boyfriend who reminds me of that every day, even if he doesn't say that out loud. However, I am not considered to be at a healthy weight. I may be healthy in terms of the fact that fortunately I have no major diseases or issues going on much like I did when I weight significantly less. However, most people who have ever seen my family's medical history would understand why I have to get this weight off! Just to name a few...diabetes, stroke, heart disease, and cancer. Here are some statistics: 42 millions of women have heart disease, 25.8 people have diabetes, and 75 million are considered obese (based on their BMI). Obesity is a "contributing factor" to the other two, along with stroke, cancer, and kidney disease. I fit into one of these categories already (you can guess which one). I don't want to be in the other two!
So...that's why I'm losing weight. Not all of it is vanity, while a lot of my reasons may include that. I need to be healthy. So, I hope that this clears up a little bit as to why I have my resolution and I hope I have everyone's support because this is going to be a long and probably difficult road ahead. :)
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