37F, BMI 50. Think weight-loss will help?
This is my first post. I’ve had AFib for three years, and it has progressed pretty quickly. I tried flecainide, and it nearly ended me. I’m currently only on beta-blockers.
My average weekly burden is around 10%. I go in and out of AFib, flutter, and episodes of a very high heart rate throughout the day. Most nights too, although things are usually a little calmer then.
I’ve been fat my whole life. I also have severe BED, probably related to ADHD. Losing weight has been on my mind and something I’ve actively tried to achieve for 32 years. I’m no newbie, and I’m not asking for weight-loss advice.
I know, I know - there’s nooooo magic cure. I’ve read the books, the studies, the articles, etc. But what do you all reckon? Do you think losing a substantial amount of weight could make a meaningful difference? Has anyone here actually experienced it?
I see comments from people who have lost 40 pounds and more power to you! But that’s not really comparable to my situation. I’m talking about needing to lose a lot of weight.
I have mild/moderate sleep apnea and have used a CPAP every night since I was diagnosed a year ago, so sleep apnea isn’t really part of the problem anymore. At least, I don’t think it is. Just a fatty.
I’ve always been active. I love and loved exercise, and I’ve never really had an issue with being physically active - until now. My problem is food - stress, dopamine, lack of impulse control and all that crap.
Anyway, what do you think my chances are? I know you’re not psychic, so I’m just looking for your best guess based on your own experiences.
I have two girls and no village, and I’m doing my best every single day. Please don’t be mean. I really don’t need that right now.