I’ve put on quite a bit of weight lately, and I think it’s because when I don’t control my carbs, my blood sugar goes on a roller coaster. That triggers cravings for sweets and even more carbs. At the same time, I feel exhausted every afternoon. Even coffee doesn’t help much anymore.

What worries me the most is my high blood pressure. I really can’t stand seeing my body slip into bad condition. This year has been tough, and I used food as a way to cope—but that’s not the right way.

You can always make back lost money. You can build new relationships after losing one. But once you lose your energy or your health, nothing else is worth much.

So it’s time for me to rebuild myself. A low-carb or even keto diet works best for my body, so starting now, I’m committing to a low-carb lifestyle. This is for me—my health, my energy, my future.