For the phenotype? (e.g. "I am proud because I am attractive?")
When I was over 300 pounds I had no luck finding a partner. At 240 pounds girls chat me up at bars, set me up with their friends, etc.
I'm also not longer diabetic !
I still have some health issues I'd like to resolve so I'm trying to get down to 220.
I have at least another 20 pounds to lose.
I was on a path to just get fatter and fatter, pumping myself full of insulin and various other drugs. Vs limiting how many carbs I consume.
Respecting how dangerous soda is, particularly in the massive corn syrup quantities Americas consume, has done wonders for my health.
Hell, I'd argue excessive soda consumption is worse than smoking.
A person would have to be about 6’8” to have a “healthy” BMI at 220.
I do intend to live in Europe for at least 2 months, with any luck I'll lose weight given the higher quality food. Worked last time
Congrats on the weight loss so far!
It’s a good time to be a good weight. Even beyond dating, it gives you a leg up in anything where you can be judged.
My blood sugar definitely does. Being morbidly obese really really sucks. Needless to say I really hate when the Huffington Post and other left leaning papers glorify obesity.
Yes you can lose weight, but you need to put the work in. I don't even drink soda anymore, sparkling water is generally the same price and is much better than for you. Add a little bit of lemon juice if you want to be fancy