Hi my name is Heather. I've just decided at the last minute to join the forum I think this will help my chances of success. I've recently as of almost a year ago gave birth to my second son. I gained 100 lbs. I lost 95 in 5 months. I've been striggling all my life with depression. It came and hit me like a train again in Sept. Because of that I gained back 25lbs. Pretty sad huh? Depression robs me of any and all motivation. I've recently been taking St. John's Wort, 5-htp, and a brain circulation formula. It really has been working. I'm anxious to start this atkin's diet tomorrow. I've read his books from front to cover. I want to kick this carb and sugar addiction. It causes my depression to be a mountain instead of a mohill. I have for 2 years been in therapy for eating, anxiety disorders and my depression. They put me on a long list of anti-depressants. It turned out to be a bigger nightmare, BESIDES I DON'T WANT THE LIVER DAMAGE ANYWAY.
Please help, and offer any suggestions. I would like a buddy who will commit to checking in at least every other day. I have 30 lbs. to lose.