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Does weight REALLY matter?
Ok. I'm 14 year old girl and i'm going into highschool this year. I'm over weight, (Trust me, I know i'm over weight. I'm NOT one of those girls who are really skinny, or normal and say they're fat. My doctor even says to lay off the food because of my cholesterol, and weight. Even my parents agree.) But that should'nt matter because of course, they should like you for who you are, not your apperance. Am I right? Well, i'm wondering if i'm wrong, and it really DOES matter, because you see, my friends have boyfriends and they have perfect bodies. (I know that happiness does'nt come from dating, but I can't help it.) I guess you could say i'm jealous, but thats not the point. Does weight really matter? And, if it does or does'nt, does anyone have any good tips for the pounds to start lowering? I am really, REALLY bad at diets. The longest i've ever stayed on a diet was for a week. I keep trying and trying, but I can't break my old eating habbits.
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Honestly, I would prefer a girl has a little bit of weight compared to a completely skinny girl, you know? But that's just me. If you are a nice person, that's really what should matter when it comes to dating.
For health reasons, being overweight isn't a good thing, and if you want the best diet plans, ask your doctor or see a nutritionist. Finding online diet plans doesn't always work. But I was watching the news the other day, and they said that one of the best ways to lose fat off of your body is through the Atkins diet [at least of the three they used]. Do a little research and see what your doctor says ;]
--Jack
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No, weight does not matter when it comes to dating. Different guys have different preferences when it comes to body shape and size. Besides, looks aren't the only factor for guys when they like someone. There will be plenty of people willing to date you, who find you beautiful and fun to be around.
That being said, if your doctor thinks you should lose weight, you probably should. Not to impress guys or change yourself for others, but for health reasons.
Ask your doctor for a meal/exercise plan or something.
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Let me say up front that you should be accepted the way you are. Not all people are the same size. But from a health stand point poor health and poor nutrition go hand in hand. For the past 10 years I have been studying the effects of diet and health and to a great extent we become what we eat. Our body gets out of whack not so much as how much we eat but what we eat. Here's an example. If you were to eat 40 lbs of celery a day for a year you would most likely starve to death. On the other hand if you were to eat only 1 lb of hot dogs a day for a year you most likely would have some serious health risks. What you need is a balance. I know for a fact if you were to eat all the fresh fruits and vegetables you wanted and you were to be active the way a person your age should be you would be healthier, even more active, and you would naturally lose weight. I have a website with tons of great health related information all for free. www.healthfix4life.com If you are really serious about getting good information check out my site. On one of the pages there is a great healthy living plan. Stop dieting and start living. Have your parents check out my info. Much can be found out for yourself. I just make it easy by having it all in one place.
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it's true that you do need to watch your weight for health risks...apperence isn't everything. I've always been a little bigger than everyone else and a little overweight, but people should love you for who you are.
--If you're thinking about dieting..i joined a swim team. Swimming is so good for you! But it can also make you hungry. But I have slimmed down from it. Start out small. Do like 20 crunches a day..work your abs for 10 minutes. And it would be best to be physically active for like 30min. a day. And eat fruit..it's very filling! Just dont give up..u will want to..but dont. Ive let myself down so many times..it's not fair to do that to yourself. And idk how many calories you eat a day. A normal day is 2,000 calories...i eat about 1,500. Just consider.
Hope i helped!
~mightyrebel~
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Well. Weight matters in health issues, not in appearance. Everyone should love you, for who you are, not how much you weigh. But being over weight could kill you, could make you have a lot of health problems, and make your life hard for you.
For a good start on weight loss, eat healthier. Once you start feeling better about eating healthy food and drinking milk, orange juice, tea, or water, start exercising daily. Some crunches, a little jogging, but not to much at first. Gradually work into making yourself healthier.
I know it's hard to stay on a good diet and exercise plan, but make your parents and other family members help you. Even have your doctor help you keep up with your weight.
good luck, and i hope i helped. let me know. =]
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