February 2002 -----------------------Now
weight 335+ -------------------------302 lbs.
blood pressure 190+/150+ -------130/80
triglycerides over 300 --------------150 or less
total cholesterol 235 ---------------193
constant swelling of legs ----------occasional
allergies to several foods ---------all gone
stomach upset ALL meals ---------gone
lack of energy -----------------------steadily increasing
poor sleep ---------------------------- better sleep
hunger ALL the time ----------------only when I'm empty
ruled by food -------------------------ruled by ME
12 daily meds ------------------------3 daily meds
islets being destroyed -------------islets being improved
unable to walk 100 feet -----------walking everywhere
family dying young ------------------similar results with Atkins

I could go on, but any one of these would keep me low-carbing for life.

Some people, possibly your brother, are blessed with health and metabolisms that do not require extra care. You, and we, need special nutritional care to avoid health problems. If you broke your leg, would he tell you to "walk it off?" We need care that is appropriate to the problem we have. Be thankful your brother is one of the lucky ones, but also be thankful that you know the medicine for your own survival - regardless of his opinion.

Hugs!