I had lost some weight for no reason other than being taken off meds. Then I started gaining and gained more than I lost. Becoming panicked and so overwhelmed that I felt paralyzed for days prompted me to try to do something. I hope that this is your why and you are ready to start something, even if it is small.

You may have metabolic syndrome. I would say that it is a very big possibility that you have insulin resistance. I wish you could see a good endocrinologist, but with your medical system, it will probably take years for that, too. Have you tried cutting out processed foods and just eating real food that does not come from a factory? It's very healing.