Lost 160lbs in 1 year!
Monday, October 18, 2010
About three years ago I was waking up in the morning still feeling exhausted. I was a fairly new Type 2 diabetic and my blood sugars were threw the roof! I felt terrible! I was unable to bend over and put on my socks or pick something up. I’d been athletic all of my life and I now felt out of control.
Before I knew it I was on insulin and things just got worse. I would inject insulin in my leg and then go to Dunkin Donuts for breakfast. I thought I could take my medicine and eat what I wanted. I had no idea how off track and unhealthy my lifestyle really was. Within a few years of starting insulin, I had gained another 60 lbs. I was eating more calories at breakfast then I do all day now. I was a heart attack waiting to happen.
A friend at work told me about Petteruti Bariatric Medicine and how it had worked for him, so I gave them a call. That was a life-saving event for me.
I’ve had a big appetite my entire life, so I had to learn how to eat all over again. That’s where Cathy really helped me. We looked at a variety of good foods. We talked about where to buy them, how to cook them, and why they’re good for me. She taught me a lot about foods and fruits with different amounts of sugars. Within one month I was taking less insulin! Four months after that I was able to come off diabetic medication and weighed 100lbs less!
The medication Dr. Petteruti prescribed for me as helped a lot. Now things aren't so tempting. I chose to use the VHP shakes at night for dinner. They keep me full so I snack less.
Now, just 5 months after starting in the PBM program, my future is bright again. I’m no longer taking insulin and I was able to come off of my blood pressure medication. Last winter I couldn’t tie my shoes or bend over. Today I weigh over 100lbs less! I can lift my leg over my head! I can do sit ups, get outdoors and enjoy life.
This has been very emotional for me. I will be able to see my grandchildren grow up. I’m truly happy and excited about my future again. Dr Petteruti and Cathy at Petteruti Bariatric Medicine saved my life!