Weight gain
I've gained weight.
I keep gaining it even if I'm more active and eat "less". I'm at my heaviest and nothing is changing. My self esteem is really bad and I can't accept this change. I'm struggling to do it in a healthy way as I'm tempted to skip meals and bulk up on low calorie food and liquids. I also feel lethargic all the time even when I'm eating. I'm desperate to feel better in my body while having more energy. I feel it is important to mention that my weight has fluctuated a lot since I started puberty and I always manage to lose the weight I've gained.
@sweetpotato300
I'm really glad you've posted. It sounds like a very frustrating place for you. There are a lot of people who struggle to be in the weight and size they feel comfortable with and struggle to make changes in a healthy manner.
Have you considered talking to your family physician to see if there is anything medical that would explain the challenges you are facing? Perhaps your physician can also refer you to a nutritionist or dietitian who can help you to get a better picture of your eating and your overall nutritional needs.
As our bodies are made up of so many factors, such as metabolism, genetics and more, sometimes we can only change so much. Who do you have as a support system that you can share your struggles with?
@KristenHR
Hi, thank you for answering.
I have talked to my family physician about it, but he considers I was underweight before. He knows I've struggled with E.D. before. I think it's important to say that I objectively wasn't, my weight has always been considered healthy and now I have some extra weight. My family physician is obese and always tell me I'm slim which makes me flip out internally.
We've already done a lot of tests and except low iron levels, which I take supplements for and now my levels are in the normal range, I still don't feel good.
I've already seen a nutritionist, but it's been hard since I can't stick to a "meal plan", the cost is also a problem. I'm trying to exercise more by doing activities I like. I'm also doing a mix of intermittent fasting and watching the quantity of food I eat. E.D is a slippery slope and I'm scared of falling back hard...