Hi Julianne:

What a pretty name! I have been lurking and occasionally responding to some of
the posts but haven't officially introduced myself or my problems to the group.
I am almost 58 and have not had a weight problem most of my life due to having
crohns disease.  I have been in remission and now am carrying around about
30lbs too many...  I am only 5'1" so I can "feel" every pound!  I used to work
for the LA Weight Loss Center as a weight loss counselor for which I was
trained.  My crohns disease and a brain tumor caused me to lose that job.  I am
now on disability.  Without my usual 20 to 30 bowel movements a day (which I
don't miss), my weight has slowly crept up.  I also use to teach country
dancing which kept me very active.  I taught 3 days a week and danced on
average 5 days a week.  Now I am only dancing once or twice a week.  Plus I am
going through menopause and all these factors have caused my weight to slowly
creep up.  The LA Weight Loss program included "nutritional supplements"
actually a high protein bar and my limited income doesn't allow for such extras
and besides, they constipate me which is dangerous for anyone with crohns
disease.  I am currently following the high protein, low-carb diet and have
been having some success with it.  I enjoy reading the group and getting to
know it's members.  Keep the good advice and support coming!...Love, MaryAnn C