**What brought you to Med*Thin?**

I wanted to lose weight and do it without surgery.

Where did you begin and what is your weight now?

When I first came to see Dr. Liao I weighed about 265 pounds but my heaviest was a bit heavier than that. I now weigh 161.5 pounds after about 18 months. I am now a size 8 and have a “normal” BMI.

Did you use any medication to help in your progress?

I did use Mounjaro and have been on different doses throughout my journey.

What are some of your non-scale victories?

There were so many but here are a few:

It boosted my self esteem.
Blood pressure improved and I came down on Blood pressure meds.
A1c is at 4.6 so Type 2 Diabetes was controlled.
ALL Labs are improved.
Have become proficient at Intermittent Fasting having two meals a day
I am good at meal prepping now and planning ahead
NO fast food
Selling all old clothes
Having fun buying clothes again

What are you most proud of when it comes to your success?

The way I look and the way I feel.

How have you handled setbacks and missteps?

Even if I get off track I just get back on. I also cut out all “white” foods and processed carbs.

How have you handled food-centric social situations?

I would focus on veggies and protein and smaller portions but still participated.

Describe the ways in which you feel better?

I no longer have joint pain (it was constant before). I have a special needs son in his 30’s and I can now handle him physically without trouble. I can do housework with ease. I can get on and off the floor with ease and I can walk easily and often. I wasn’t even this size in Junior High or when I got married in 1987!