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Is this obsession not normal?
I've always been a health freak. I feel like I need to count every calorie that I take in and then workout everyday and figure out how much I burn. I eat the same low calorie foods over and over and don't get me wrong, I'm not anorexic. (I'm 5'3" 120 lbs) with alot of lean muscle, however I feel as if I'm a little too obsessed with gaining weight-fat in particular. But I can't take it anymore, I feel like I can't go out for drinks with friends becausee of all the calories or I have to be super careful what I order at dinner not to exceed my calorie count but it's driving me crazy using the my calorie counter 24/7 when I should be enjoying myself. I am young. So I wanted is anyone else like this or do I have a problem?
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I'm 22 and of roughly the same body composition as you. At the turn of the year, I decided that I was going to write down everything I ate for a month, and I too became obsessed with it. I stopped after the month was over, because I realized how much it was stressing me out. What I gained from the experience is the fact that I now really understand what I put into my body, which is important. It seems like you also have that knowledge.
Since I stopped counting calories and writing down everything I was eating, I haven't gained weight. I haven't been binging on junk food. I understand that it's all a balancing act. So, if I go out with my friends for drinks, I'll go for a run the next day.
Like others have said, mental health and physical health are both important, and definitely related.
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I think a lot of people have a similar problem these days. While there could be any number of reasons why, that's not necessarily important. The main thing is the issue itself.
Based on your weight and height, you're probably in line with what most medical professionals would consider healthy. So on that end, there are no problems. However, metal health is just as important as physical health, and clearly you are struggling with this.
The key to health and many other things in life is moderation. Sure it's unhealthy to pig out and eat cake everyday but to have a slice once in a while is just fine. Same goes for drinks, high calorie snacks, etc.
It's fine to be aware of things like your calorie intake (although personally I think your protein, fat and carb intake are more important) but you should not let them rule you or control your life. And changing up the types of foods you eat can be beneficial too.
My suggestion is to do something like this - 5 days per week be very different and eat healthy, on the weekends take the opportunity to indulge and treat yourself.
If this problem persists, do not hesitate to see a therapist for help dealing with your anxiety. After all, health is obviously important to you and excessive stress over stuff like this is anything but healthy.
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