I went to the doctors today for my checkup. To go over my blood work from March...which was pretty good if I do say so myself. My HbA1C was 5.5, cholesterol was197, HDL 40, LDL 101, Triglycerides 57. I have to stay on Lipitor because of the heart attack I suffered 8 years ago but the dosage is down from 80 mg to 20 mg daily. I also need to increase my vitamin D intake. I am starting to have difficulties with the loose skin on my arms (getting pinched a lot!) and the stomach flap (causing a lot of problems (odor, rawness, soreness)) so that's now being documented so the insurance will cover the surgery to remove that bulk.
NOW...the reason I'm sooooooo happy is this. I have 25 lbs to lose and I'll be at my goal weight of 177 lbs!!!! Granted the weight is coming off slower but I think I can do this in the next couple of months. Of course....if this excess skin could be removed now that would probably take care of those last 25 lbs...lol. I do hope these last few pounds won't give me too hard of a time to leave. Well...that's all for now. I hope my words help encourage those out there that are on this journey with me. Just stick with it folks...it can and WILL happen for you as well! God bless everyone. Back in a while to let you know of the updates!!