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Elsa W.
At 350 pounds I lived my life in a box. Every pound I gained sealed off more of my life. I'd always been overweight so I never knew what it was like to live life as an average sized person. I knew there had to be more to life than simply existing. But at such a high weight existing was all I was doing. I was outgrowing the largest size Lane Bryant had to offer, couldn't do anything with my family, popped antacids like candy, I lived in fear of public ridicule and I just hurt--emotionally and physically.
Worst of all, my husband and children were witnessing this. I was modeling an unhealthy lifestyle. It's bad enough to be in a bad place, it's worse to take my family with me. My weight was sealing off parts of their lives as well. There were so many things that I talked them out of simply because my size prevented me from joining them or I was afraid of embarassing them. I saw my husband and daughter duplicating my eating habits. Something had to change, for all our sakes.
I lost the first 30 pounds on Atkins, but it stopped working for me. Depressed, I ran to my Dr. and begged for the gastric bypass surgery. He told me about liquid dieting. I tried another product but it tasted horrible and the cost was prohibitive. After a bit of web surfing I stumbled upon the Liquid Diet Discussion Board. I was so impressed with the support that the members gave each other that I soon began the New Lifestyle Diet.
The New Lifestyle Diet products taste great and are much more affordable than other programs. Everyone on the LDDB is like family; helping eachother through the ups and downs. I just can't say enough about the customer service. This program had everything I needed to start living! I have lost 142 pounds and I'm a new woman on the inside as well as the outside!
Even greater than the physical change is the change that happened on the inside. Once I stepped away from food I was able to work on my issues with food. I no longer suffer from depression or a low self esteem. My family is eating healthier than ever before and we all have fun together. My energy level is higher than ever before and so is my confidence.
I no longer live life in a box. My life is limited only by my imagination. I am changing careers and doing the things I've only ever dreamed of. I'm finally a good role model for my children. This journey, for me, is so much more than a number on the scale. It has taught me personal responsibility, patience and self love. I have forgiven myself for spending so much of my life obese, for modeling negative life habits to my children and for abusing my body. I've made lifestyle changes that will enable me to maintain my weight loss, thanks to the New Lifestyle Diet.
It's my hope that those reading this will take that first step. The New Lifestyle Diet truly is a life changing experience. It's so much more than a diet plan. It's a family that supports you and cheers you on every step of the way. I lost 142 pounds, but gained myself. Thank you New Lifestyle. I am forever grateful.
- Elsa W.
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