Does the fat content in food make you fat?
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The 1072 calories includes the 2 packets of crisps, by the way.0
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My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
You should listen to your friends. It sounds like they have your best interests in mind. Sometimes it's hard for us to see ourselves as we really are.
When you're in the middle of something like this, it may seem like there is only one way to fix it -- but there are other solutions out there, other ways to deal with what you're struggling with. You're very thin. Losing weight won't change what YOU see in the mirror. You don't see a thin person now, why do you think that will change if you lose weight?0 -
rainbowbow wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »
It is calories. Start a thread and you'll receive help.I am proof that it is not calories. I am almost alawys under my calorie count and not losing weight. I find that I can eat high fat and lose weight as long as I do not eat carbs for it to switch to burning instead. If I eat high fat and high carb I get extra tubby fast; so n BLT's :-(
OP, no, the fat content does not make you fat. Under eating, will however make you sick. You're a male, why are you doing this? The minimum you should be consuming is 1500 calories.
From the OP's profile:
Why I want to get in shape
Although my friends always tell me that I don't need to lose weight, and that I'm slim enough already (At the moment I'm 9st 13lbs and 5'11 with a BMI of 19.3) I just can't shake the feeling of feeling slightly tubby. It's mainly a confidence boosting thing, if I'm smaller, I feel more confident and ready to take on the world. As a performing artist, in the art of drag, I need to stay slender and trim.
I can read thanks. This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy, nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.0 -
My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
Help.
Your friends are right.
As someone who had disordered eating in her young teens, i know all too well that mentality when i see it. You think losing weight will fix it? I gaurantee it will not. You will lose weight, and STILL hate the way you look. You will never be good enough. You will continue on a downward spiral that can lead to SERIOUS health problems and even DEATH.
FACT: Anorexia Nervosa has the highest rate of death out of ANY MENTAL ILLNESS. Between 5-20% of people diagnosed with Anorexia will die from it.
Luckily you are still within a SOMEWHAT acceptable BMI, but your goal weight is not. You are starting down a dangerous path and you should see someone to help you ASAP. Get serious about the problem. If we see it, if your friends and loved ones see it, but you CANNOT see it. You may need help admitting where you are and with body dysmorphia.0 -
mwebster11 wrote: »yes, fat makes you fat.
Not only is this false, but promoting the demonization of a macronutrient in a thread where the OP is clearly struggling with an active ED is really unkind.0 -
Well under 17.5 would be. Though mental condition is the important component for the diganosing the psychological condition. I'd say it sounds like OP could definitely use speaking to someone about having possible body dysmorphia or anorexic thoughts.rainbowbow wrote: »
Well, looking at that, losing 13 lb like the goal meter says will put him at a BMI of 17.6, which is underweight. That's not good.rainbowbow wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »
It is calories. Start a thread and you'll receive help.I am proof that it is not calories. I am almost alawys under my calorie count and not losing weight. I find that I can eat high fat and lose weight as long as I do not eat carbs for it to switch to burning instead. If I eat high fat and high carb I get extra tubby fast; so n BLT's :-(
OP, no, the fat content does not make you fat. Under eating, will however make you sick. You're a male, why are you doing this? The minimum you should be consuming is 1500 calories.
From the OP's profile:
Why I want to get in shape
Although my friends always tell me that I don't need to lose weight, and that I'm slim enough already (At the moment I'm 9st 13lbs and 5'11 with a BMI of 19.3) I just can't shake the feeling of feeling slightly tubby. It's mainly a confidence boosting thing, if I'm smaller, I feel more confident and ready to take on the world. As a performing artist, in the art of drag, I need to stay slender and trim.
Not good?
That is actually in the medical class of "anorexic".
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mwebster11 wrote: »yes, fat makes you fat.
Seriously??? This boy is under eating. Take your FALSE information elsewhere!0 -
Omg, ok, I am calling it... T-R-O-L-L0
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My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
You are saying you are not happy with how you look. Have you discussed your feelings with a psychologist? Have you discussed your weight loss goals with a physician?
If not, then you need to start with your healthcare team, not MFP.0 -
janejellyroll wrote: »mwebster11 wrote: »yes, fat makes you fat.
Not only is this false, but promoting the demonization of a macronutrient in a thread where the OP is clearly struggling with an active ED is really unkind.
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THIS:My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
AND THIS:The 1072 calories includes the 2 packets of crisps, by the way.
Clearly show you need to speak with a professional.0 -
Liftng4Lis wrote: »rainbowbow wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »
It is calories. Start a thread and you'll receive help.I am proof that it is not calories. I am almost alawys under my calorie count and not losing weight. I find that I can eat high fat and lose weight as long as I do not eat carbs for it to switch to burning instead. If I eat high fat and high carb I get extra tubby fast; so n BLT's :-(
OP, no, the fat content does not make you fat. Under eating, will however make you sick. You're a male, why are you doing this? The minimum you should be consuming is 1500 calories.
From the OP's profile:
Why I want to get in shape
Although my friends always tell me that I don't need to lose weight, and that I'm slim enough already (At the moment I'm 9st 13lbs and 5'11 with a BMI of 19.3) I just can't shake the feeling of feeling slightly tubby. It's mainly a confidence boosting thing, if I'm smaller, I feel more confident and ready to take on the world. As a performing artist, in the art of drag, I need to stay slender and trim.
I can read thanks. This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy, nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.
Don't get snarky when i was trying to be helpful. "I can read thanks". Really?You're a male, why are you doing this?
I dont know, maybe because he is trying to have a feminine physique because he performs in drag. I was pointing this out from his profile as a potential reason why he might think it's okay to get this dangerously thin by training to attain an unreasonable physique for a 5'11 male. Seriously? Can i not point this out when your question seems to ignore this?This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy
MKAY. Maybe because he has an eating disorder?nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.
Where did i promote an eating disorder? I don't see where i ever said "YEAH, GO YOU, EAT YOURSELF INTO STARVATION!".
....can you read?0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
You are saying you are not happy with how you look. Have you discussed your feelings with a psychologist? Have you discussed your weight loss goals with a physician?
If not, then you need to start with your healthcare team, not MFP.
I haven't discussed it with anyone in a professional position other than a personal trainer at the gym who told me "Seriously, don't lose any weight.", I seem to ignore it when people tell me that. I'm beginning to think maybe I should make an appointment with my doctor though. :-/0 -
So yes it is all in the calories and not what you eat, however what you can make you healthy or not. Protein, Carbs, and fat make up the nutrients that are calories. A calorie deficit is what makes you lose weight and vice versa to gain. You should not worry strictly about your BMI or your weight. Those are only data points in the total of your health. Your body fat, muscle content are huge. You should focus on adding muscle to your frame and not really worry so much about dropping pounds from the sound of it.0
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rainbowbow wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »rainbowbow wrote: »Liftng4Lis wrote: »
It is calories. Start a thread and you'll receive help.I am proof that it is not calories. I am almost alawys under my calorie count and not losing weight. I find that I can eat high fat and lose weight as long as I do not eat carbs for it to switch to burning instead. If I eat high fat and high carb I get extra tubby fast; so n BLT's :-(
OP, no, the fat content does not make you fat. Under eating, will however make you sick. You're a male, why are you doing this? The minimum you should be consuming is 1500 calories.
From the OP's profile:
Why I want to get in shape
Although my friends always tell me that I don't need to lose weight, and that I'm slim enough already (At the moment I'm 9st 13lbs and 5'11 with a BMI of 19.3) I just can't shake the feeling of feeling slightly tubby. It's mainly a confidence boosting thing, if I'm smaller, I feel more confident and ready to take on the world. As a performing artist, in the art of drag, I need to stay slender and trim.
I can read thanks. This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy, nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.
Don't get snarky when i was trying to be helpful. "I can read thanks". Really?You're a male, why are you doing this?
I dont know, maybe because he is trying to have a feminine physique because he performs in drag. Seriously?This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy
MKAY. Maybe because he has an eating disorder?nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.
Where did i promote an eating disorder? I don't see where i ever said "YEAH, GO YOU, EAT YOURSELF INTO STARVATION!".
....can you read?
Exactly. You've pretty much hit the nail on the head.0 -
midwesterner85 wrote: »My friends always say that I need to seek medical attention, and that I have body dysmorphic disorder. But I seriously see something huge when I look in the mirror... I fail to see what could fix that other than losing weight.
You are saying you are not happy with how you look. Have you discussed your feelings with a psychologist? Have you discussed your weight loss goals with a physician?
If not, then you need to start with your healthcare team, not MFP.
I haven't discussed it with anyone in a professional position other than a personal trainer at the gym who told me "Seriously, don't lose any weight.", I seem to ignore it when people tell me that. I'm beginning to think maybe I should make an appointment with my doctor though. :-/
Good idea OP. Do it as quickly as possible, you'll be glad you did.0 -
mwebster11 wrote: »yes, fat makes you fat.
Nope. This is not true.0 -
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rainbowbow wrote: »Don't get snarky when i was trying to be helpful. "I can read thanks". Really?You're a male, why are you doing this?
I dont know, maybe because he is trying to have a feminine physique because he performs in drag. I was pointing this out from his profile as a potential reason why he might think it's okay to get this dangerously thin by training to attain an unreasonable physique for a 5'11 male. Seriously? Can i not point this out when your question seems to ignore this?This does not answer WHY one would choose to be unhealthy
MKAY. Maybe because he has an eating disorder?nor why one, YOU would be promoting it.
Where did i promote an eating disorder? I don't see where i ever said "YEAH, GO YOU, EAT YOURSELF INTO STARVATION!".
....can you read?
Defending his reasoning sounds as if you're justifying his position to me.0
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