I went from 270 to 125 within a year.

purpleipod

I really wish people would stop congratulating her. The more I look at her profile the more concerned I am for her health and well-being. Please, stop and look at what her food diary, profile, recent posts, and her goal weight is! Many people posting one off congratulations might be patting her on the back as she climbs into a hospital bed.

Exactly. Am I the only one who thinks she was prettier heavy? I know that is so bad to say on a fitness board lol... But I can't help but ask.

No, I agree.

just2liveagain

Wow! U look great, great job and thanks for sharing!!

xraygrandma

You were a beauty at size 22 but you are gorgeous now!!! I am so happy for you. I am just starting out on this website and currently at 230. Can't even imagine what it would be like to weigh 140 again. You give me hope that I can do it. Thanks for sharing.

Csengure

Seems as though all of the focus on "omg you're so pretty!!!" might do more harm than good to a person with BDD and disordered eating when it comes to reinforcing unhealthy behavior with positive reactions. What really surprises me is how many people appear to read the OP, take it completely at face value, then blithely skip over the ensuing nine pages' worth of replies to leave fawning congratulations. Something is wrong with this picture!

Chrysopteron

Don't go too far. You look lovely in your "before". Overweight, for sure, but nowhere near "obese". Since I read in your profile that your goal is to look "anorexic skinny" it seems that congratulations are in order - you do.
First thing I thought from the full-body-after pic was "Wow, she has a huge head!" Maybe it's the angle you took the picture at, that can be a bit awkward in the mirror - but maybe it is that your figure as such is nice but doesn't correspond to your height and proportions...
And I don't mean this in a mean way, but in a concerned way. Your BMI is currently 19.6, I checked. Below 19 is considered underweight, still you claim you want to lose 1-2 more sizes. Besides, honey, you say you yoyo. First thing to stop that would be to stop forcing the yoyo down as far as it will go.
You are thin, you are pretty, once you quit dieting so forcefully you hair won't fall out anymore. Three issues solved with one change. And start learning to love the big girl you were without becoming her again. Try and see her as a good old friend who was unhappy and compensated by eating.

Food for thought: Maybe if you (as her friend) had loved her more she wouldn't have needed to binge so much...

So maybe new you and old you can become friends and at one point merge emotionally?! I hope they will and wish you all the best for that! (Oh, and try not to give those two some more friends with balloony boobs and pouty lips!)

This was unnecessary.

What makes you say that?

To the contrary. It was VERY necessary. I am really glad that other people have posted in this thread afterwards who are also concerned.
The boobs and lips pun thing I added? Plans she made public in her profile for anyone who cared to look. I did - did you?

To the congratulators: I am the first who finds people inspiring who lose weight by becoming more active and eat more healthily.
Have you done the math, though?

1) I refer to the BMI calculation in my earlier posting - and don't give me the crap about it not being cut out for muscular types, combine amount of exercise with the kind of food se eats and her weight and you can tell she's not so muscle-heavy to get BMI contortions...

2) 145 lbs in one year. Have you troubled to consider why MFP won't allow you to set a more radical goal than 1 pound per week? BECAUSE IT'S BLOODY UNHEALTHY!!! And harder to maintain longterm. Especially with someone who says she has a penchant for yoyoing. Again: I am aware that people with a lot to lose may lose quickly in the beginning, much more than 1 pound a week. And I don't have problems with anyone doing a once-a-year fast or something like that to rid the body of toxins and things and I know that can knock off a lot in no time at all. As can certain illnesses (I hate tummy bugs...)
But here, we are not talking about a few weeks - she lost close to 3 (!!!) pounds per week for a whole year (since a year has 52 weeks, if you need reminding), so three times the recommended maximum.

If that makes you tell her it's wonderful and, even more absurd TO KEEP GOING at her current weight and frame of mind, then I am speechless for once. Have you lost weight or brains on your MFP journey? If the latter, I hope my disclaimer stops right where it's at.

@ OP: I'm am not ranting at you. I am mad at people who don't think and don't take time to form an opinion. I believe you need help to become happy rather than more weightloss. You have shown so much strength by getting rid of your excess weight, I sincerely hope you find the strength and courage to accept and love who you are - who happens to be a pretty girl with self-esteem issues that can be resolved in cooperation with a professional. Good luck on your journey.

cutiepie2628

congrats..

Will210

Her daily calorie total (while not the best foods) doesnt seem unhealthy. She stated she consumed far more calories prior. Is losing weight on strickly calorie limitation such a bad thing?

Chrysopteron

Her daily calorie total (while not the best foods) doesnt seem unhealthy. She stated she consumed far more calories prior. Is losing weight on strickly calorie limitation such a bad thing?

No, it's not and no one said that.
This is what keeps me banging my head against the wall when people gush with admiration:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/traineddreamer

Apparently the wish to look "anorexic skinny" was a joke. Fine.

What remains fairly obvious is that here we have a girl who states herself that she is NOT naturally thin. She is currently at the bottom edge of healthy BMIs and wants to lose another 24 pounds. She yoyos (according to herself). She is already experiencing hairloss. And she wants fake tits, lips and botox as well as a tummy tuck. At her age. With her looks. After all she has achieved.
That suggests a psychological problem to me. Add in posts about being scared to poison herself with vitamins if she eats anything but junk food, and I worry. And I worry the more when I get the impression that the majority of people on MFP think all of this is completely normal. Do you?
Because in a case like this, people can actually do harm when they give feedback that encourages the OP to go on - straight into a hospital ward in the long run, if push comes to shove. Had a friend went that way, won't keep my mouth shut - it became deeply personal when that happened.

lornaloo3

Her daily calorie total (while not the best foods) doesnt seem unhealthy. She stated she consumed far more calories prior. Is losing weight on strickly calorie limitation such a bad thing?

My main cause of concern is that she's 5'7", weighs 125 pounds and has a goal to lose 24 more. When you add in how rapidly she lost the weight and the 'joke' about wanting to be anorexically thin it's all very concerning. She says in another thread she's afraid of eating healthy foods in combination with a vitamin because she might get toxic levels of a certain, but unspecified, nutrient so she sticks with junk and a vitamin. I think the blind encouragement is going to do her more harm than good in the long term.

jmapes9

I log in to the community section 4-5 times a week. I almost always just visit the success stories section, for inspiration. I've only been on this site since March, and your story is easily one of the five most remarkable ones I've read so far. As far as physical transformation goes, yours may the the most remarkable. You were a pretty girl before, but now you look sensational! Keep it up, beautiful, so you can continue to enjoy the life you've earned.

beckydragonpoet

Congratulations! You have done an amazing job! Thank you for sharing your success and inspiring me.

makeoverpm

So incredible, you could be a model! So pleased for you. thanks for the inspiration

makeoverpm

Guys look at her profile. She's still looking to lose another 24 lbs. She says she's struggled with eating disorders in the past. Honestly it seems like she is still struggling.

OP You're a beautiful girl. Talk to a dr and get to a registered dietician so they can help you continue to be beautiful and healthy as well. :-)

Please don't lose any more. It's very easy to swap overeating to undereating, both will lead to problems. Maybe now you can focus on building self esteem, so that you don't focus entirely on your looks.

And apologies for my last premature post i sent before reading the full thread and i've now learned my lesson! I jumped on the bandwagon and commented on how pretty you are (which is true), but this really isn't the most important thing!!! Your good health is for more important. I had a friend that sadly has lived a life of hell because of anorexia, please don't become another one of it's victims.

dshgna

First of all congratulations to your amazing weight loss. I totally can understand the effort you put in. But I also have to agree with others that you are heading to the hospital bed. I do not mean to be unkind. And perhaps I could share my own experiences.

In 2009 i weighted 75 kilos. With drastic dieting, I came down to 52 kilos within three months. It may not be a huge weight loss like yours, but trust me, I understand the effort. And I started losing hair and energy. I could barely run a few feet without panting.

I felt totally, awesomely confident and yes, the world was a whole lot more kinder. I wanted to lose more, but that was nearly impossible after stating university and I maintained my weight at around 55 kilos. My weight would shift and I would occasionally diet to get back to normal.

But, the unhealthy diet of three years ago had its side effects. My hair loss stopped, but I had so less energy. And the worst part, my metabolism was sooo low that I could easily gain weight if I did not continuously maintain a tough diet schedule. Because when you lose weight, your body goes into starvation mode.

Another thing, being super thin, in my culture at least, is by no means exceptionally attractive. Women with just that small bit of flesh are considered much more attractive. That was the thing that came into my mind as soon as I saw you. I was like "I love her hair and eyes, but it would be so much nicer if she was just a bit more fuller."

All the best to you:)

TrainedDreamer

Thank you for all the kind comments.

I have no time to deal with the morons that know nothing about my life, trying to police me on here about being "unhealthy". Walking a lot everyday and eating the right amount of calories..................................vs me never leaving my bedroom & eating around 4k worth of calories (binge eating disorder). I'd do everything the same if given the chance to redo.

julieh391

Thank you for all the kind comments.

I have no time to deal with the morons that know nothing about my life, trying to police me on here about being "unhealthy". Walking a lot everyday and eating the right amount of calories..................................vs me never leaving my bedroom & eating around 4k worth of calories (binge eating disorder). I'd do everything the same if given the chance to redo.

I assure you I'm not a moron. Please don't jump straight to defensive mode, and think about what these people are saying (the ones who took the time to read your profile and diary.) People are concerned for your health. That's what this board is all about.

valolerie

What do you consider to be the right amount of calories?

I think you look great right now, but honestly, losing more weight may put you in as much danger as being 270 would be. I got too skinny at one point a few years ago and almost died, so please be careful. You also say that you get treated better as you get skinnier, but at a certain point, that does start to reverse. I had people thinking that I had an eating disorder and constantly telling me how bad I looked (I was called a corpse several times).

I don't think that people are trying to be morons, just concerned for you and want you to realize that you are beautiful as is and that may change if you take it too far, regardless of what you think now.

leanne2376

u look lovely - well done

EmiVReyes

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SWilkins75

Your eating diary is just ridiculous. I hope you get the help you need. God bless.

Coming4U

Thank you for all the kind comments.

I have no time to deal with the morons that know nothing about my life, trying to police me on here about being "unhealthy". Walking a lot everyday and eating the right amount of calories..................................vs me never leaving my bedroom & eating around 4k worth of calories (binge eating disorder). I'd do everything the same if given the chance to redo.

I assure you I'm not a moron. Please don't jump straight to defensive mode, and think about what these people are saying (the ones who took the time to read your profile and diary.) People are concerned for your health. That's what this board is all about.

^exactly!

People are just concerned for you based on the things you wrote down. It is cause for high alarm. Of course it is about being out and healthy and living your life. You have solved to extra weight for now, but clearly not what caused you to have it in the first place. I wish the best for you and your health.

kel665

Wow, you look fantastic! What an inspiration you are. I'm so glad you are living a happier life now

debjae

Congratulations! a year well spent

jkcrawford

Wow you are beautiful and should be so proud.

kel665

You are looking fantastic but after seeing other people's comments I had a look at your diary, you are so young and this junk food can't be good for your body, you're not eating much at all and what you are eating isn't healthy. I'm not having a go at you, just concerned. I have only just started here, only been on 2 weeks but after many years of 'diets' that I have never been able to stick to, I have now decided to do it this way, by counting calories and trying to eat healthy. I am trying to eat so I don't ever go hungry and when I do go out (I love coffee & cake with my friends), I am trying to choose a healthier thing or just not finish the whole piece of cake.
I would totally fail if I had to give up everything I like (failed many times before).
Now that you are at a great weight and looking beautiful, maybe you could start looking at some more healthy eating to keep yourself slim and healthy.

LJSchmitt

You are just beautiful!

kat65

You look fantastic!!

Congratulations.

Your story was touching. Thank you for sharing.

kat65

BTW, walk your own path. Do what is right for you. Forget about the rest!!! You have the rest of your life to live. YAY. I wish I has taken care of my weight problem when I was your age. I mourn the years I lost hidden in a fat body.

NancyG55

You are such a good inspiration for us all! Congrats on the weight loss and the good inner changes you have experienced also. May you always live a healthy, happy life! Thanks for the inspiration! You rock!

EclipseNight

Don't go too far. You look lovely in your "before". Overweight, for sure, but nowhere near "obese". Since I read in your profile that your goal is to look "anorexic skinny" it seems that congratulations are in order - you do.
First thing I thought from the full-body-after pic was "Wow, she has a huge head!" Maybe it's the angle you took the picture at, that can be a bit awkward in the mirror - but maybe it is that your figure as such is nice but doesn't correspond to your height and proportions...
And I don't mean this in a mean way, but in a concerned way. Your BMI is currently 19.6, I checked. Below 19 is considered underweight, still you claim you want to lose 1-2 more sizes. Besides, honey, you say you yoyo. First thing to stop that would be to stop forcing the yoyo down as far as it will go.
You are thin, you are pretty, once you quit dieting so forcefully you hair won't fall out anymore. Three issues solved with one change. And start learning to love the big girl you were without becoming her again. Try and see her as a good old friend who was unhappy and compensated by eating.

Food for thought: Maybe if you (as her friend) had loved her more she wouldn't have needed to binge so much...

So maybe new you and old you can become friends and at one point merge emotionally?! I hope they will and wish you all the best for that! (Oh, and try not to give those two some more friends with balloony boobs and pouty lips!)

^I certainly agree with all of this.