Bum and tummy bulges.

the big 40 for me is not only in november but also seems to corrolate with the 40 added to my waist hips and thighs!!! i recently have been very curious about easier ways to get rid of it all and then some. i am ashamed to admit that i haven't had any children to use even as an excuse. i know that my eating is tied to my emotions, and i am working through them, but still my self-esteem and personal attitude would receive a huge boost if i could drop this weight. i used to jog, but this weight just makes my feet and joints hurt so much that even after one day of mild to moderate exercise seems fairly overwhelming to the point that i am exhausted the next day. i am curious about avakar...i've heard it really works...also the oolong tea...heard it really works ,this one i've heard you can use any brand so i purchased some from my local health food store. i've yet to try it. i'm still researching on how i'm supposed to go about using it...anyone know? if i could just lose 15 lbs to begin with, i think i could tolerate walking/jogging again and then i could make it better from there...any helpful suggestions...i want to keep it all off this time...we all deserve to be healthy and fit and light...to healthier happy people...

Holly, If I find a magic elixir I will surely shout it from the rooftops and let you know. I want to be fabulous and 40 not frumpy and 40. I am finding it very hard to make better food choices. My husband doesn't help either. He buys me "treats" and then I feel guilty not eating them.