As shared with Jacquelyne Froeber
March 4-8, 2024, marks Obesity Care Week.
Every day, the thought of food consumes me, driving panic into my mind. It has been this way since childhood. I felt misunderstood, with no medical explanation for my constant hunger. Moving through life with obesity became a mental battle, worsened by yo-yo dieting and health complications like diabetes.
However, a turning point arrived with a new anti-obesity medication. Suddenly, the grip of obsession and worry about food vanished. My life changed dramatically as I embraced a new diet, exercise routine, and gratitude for the medication that transformed my health.
Melissa and her husband Michael, 2023
Now, through dedication to my health, I’ve shed medications, improved my blood sugar, and regained strength. It’s a journey of hard work, reflection, and newfound freedom. My story is proof that with the right tools and mindset, transformation is achievable.
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