Substitute whey protein for morning and noon lunches. You don't want to lose muscle, but the fat. Also, mix a little coconut oil, cold-expressed, in your shake or on your evening meal; it burns fat. A good probiotic will help you lose weight. It will restore your gut health as well as the coconut oil. Stay away from wheat and starchy veggies to avoid weight gain.
Just walk; you don't have to overdo it.
Green tea helps lose weight and contains L-theanine, which keeps you calm. If you're stressed, your body makes cortisol, and it goes right to your waistline. I know I suffer from anxiety horribly.
I used to be an RN, but have always loved holistic medicine. You can also blend ground flaxseed in your protein shake. It will regulate your hormones.
Having your thyroid checked is so important. It regulates your metabolism. Make sure you're getting enough iodine. Good choices are sea kelp, sea salt, strawberries, turkey, and wild-caught salmon.
I would like to go back to school to become a natural consultant. The Lord put every herb and food here for a reason. Each time I do research, He guides me to the right thing.
Walk away from stressful situations. It will only make it harder to lose weight. The Lord said, "Never will I leave you nor forsake you." Avoid white sugar; use stevia instead.
Be blessed, and may our Lord watch over you in Jesus' name. Amen and amen.
Oh, and happy birthday. Never surrender to the adversary. He is trying to steal your happiness. But the Lord is stronger. Keep your faith and your eyes on Him, and anything is possible!