|
overweight my whole life
I have had an issue with weight my whole life. In high school I was always large, a size 12-14. I went down to about a 10-12 when I was in wrestling and participating in extremely high intensity exercises for 2.5-4 hours a day, 5 times a week and keeping a nearly anorexcic diet in order to make weight. I work full time now and have other responsibilities so I can't do that now. I eat a normal healthy way - I watch my carbs/fat/sugar intake, I don't eat huge portions and rarely eat beyond being full - and always have. The thing is, I consistently gain weight. I can maintain my weight by working out (I only have time for about 1/2 hour every other day) and eating less food and very small portions,, but I always feel STARVED and I don't lose, I just gain. I'm 22 now and am "morbidly obese" according to my BMI wearing a size 22-24.
I have tried structured very low calorie diets, weight loss products, exercise regimens, I track my calories on my fitness pal...I've even gone to weight loss support groups, but it doesn't help because I'm not a food addict, I have good habits. Aside from my weight I'm in great health, but the weight is taking it's toll on my body. my doctor says I'm healthy I just need to eat less and work out more, but she has never done anything other than a basic physical with me. I'm at a loss and I'm not sure where to turn. Does anyone have a similar situation? And if so what did you do, what helped? Any diets, programs, etc?
I'm so frustrated, any advice will help!!
[ ]
Want to answer more questions in the Health & Fitness category?
Maybe give some free advice about: Health?
Hi, wow you should not feel that way. All you have to do is change the way you diet. learn to try new things. Turn yourself on to more salads and drink more water, if you a bread eater, pull away from it all together. Eating yougurt in between meals is good. I was overweight and losed it, kept it off simpily by pushing away from the table, train myself to eat the right type of foods like greek yougurt, I drink cocnut water. Coconut Water will hydrate your body, and you will feel it especially after a good sweaty workout. Try lowfat meals like healthy choice or weight watchers microwavable products, THINK LEAN. I dropped pounds left and right, simpliy by changing my eating habits, investing in a good juicer like Nutri Bullet blender, you can drop all your veggies and friuts into Nutri Bullet blender guarantee to make you some very healthy smooties and health juices. One trick I learned, the first thing I fid and still do when I first wake up drink ice cold spring water, because it flush out food that was broken down during the night. Do a workout like brisk walking or if you can afford invest in the T25 workout program, its a program that can reshape your body in all part of your core, and you see results in a short period of time. Last not least make goal, stand in the mirror and look at your body with no clothes and this will motivate you, everytim e you work out , the mirror can help you. Hold your head up. Believe in.yourself and it will pay off.
]
I agree with Adviceman, it could be a problem with your thyroid. Any time a doctor doesn't take your problem seriously or make every effort possible to find out what is causing the condition then it is time to change doctors. I believe you should see a specialist who deals with obesity and get a battery of tests ran to rule out all the possible causes. In the meantime I would start keeping a food diary of every food and beverage you are consuming throughout the day and start keeping a log of all exercise activity. This will come in very handy when you see the new doctor. That way they can assess your eating habits and determine if anything needs adjusted in your diet or exercise routine as well.It certainly sounds like a metabolic issue to me. The way you describe being constantly "starved" would also suggest a possible glucose imbalance. Your doctor should also order a fasting glucose test. You need to find a new doc ASAP! Once the condition is identified and treated your weight should return to normal. I would advise you to get online and locate a specialist who has good reviews. Don't let doctors intimidate you, you have the right to be proactive concerning your own healthcare! Keep searching until you find one who takes you seriously and orders the right tests.Best of luck to you!
]
I'm not a doctor none of us are. What I'm about to suggest is only a guess based on my sisters weight problem.
Until my sister had a problem with her Thyroid she did not have a weight problem. Then it was discovered she had an over active Thyroid and they gave her a pill to burn it out and she now takes a synthetic predication to take the place of her thyroid.
Have you ever discussed your weight problem with your doctor? Have you ever talked to your doctor about an over hyper-active or hypo-active thyroid. If you have not I would suggest you schedule an appointment with an Internist Doctor to do so. While you’re with the doctor you could also have your basic metabolism checked.
As I said this is just a guess on my part based on a fraction of knowledge I have. I hope it helps
]
More Questions: |