feeling sick from upping my calories, help :(

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  • CristinaL1983
    CristinaL1983 Posts: 1,119 Member
    Not sure how long you've been under eating (looks like just a month?) if it's been a long time, you should see a doctor first (like, today) as you could put your system into shock. If it's just been a month, you should still see a doctor but you are likely at less risk (I'm not a doctor so I couldn't be sure and like I said, you should still see a doctor).

    Normally, getting your calories from beverages/supplements is not recommended (less filling, etc...) but you may want to consider adding a protein shake at first. One protein shake can easily run you a couple hundred calories, you continue eating as normal and get the benefit of added protein and possibly other vitamins or nutrients. It might help you feel less like you're stuffing yourself and allow your system to adjust to the added calories. Just a thought, I don't have any experience personally with this but have watched some friends suffer through ED ending in hospitalizations and rehab.The anxiety associated with eating seemed to be awful, maybe drinking the calories for a bit would be helpful.
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    ah no it is all in the eating where my depression was
    i was perfectly happy untill i started a VLCD and starving myself which was to get slim for a holiday
    im feeling loads better in myself now, now that im starting to up my calories

    This happens to a lot of people your age. It happened to friends of mine when I was that age and it unfortunately will continue until girls are finally convinced that a fit and athletic body is better than "skinny." What sports are you playing and what physical activity are you engaged in? Yes, a reasonable calorie goal is huge, but you also need to work on the other side of the equation and start working to change your body composition by adding some muscle.
  • KayteeB07
    KayteeB07 Posts: 341
    your completely right lol

    im currently doing around 30 minuets of walking a day, 30 day shred and 40 mins on a stationary bike. Although i am trying to find an at home weights programme to incorporate aswell
  • BeachIron
    BeachIron Posts: 6,490 Member
    your completely right lol

    im currently doing around 30 minuets of walking a day, 30 day shred and 40 mins on a stationary bike. Although i am trying to find an at home weights programme to incorporate aswell

    Definitely get on the weights if you have them. It sounds strange to a lot of girls but it works. Plenty of women on here love programs offered by the book "The New Rules of Lifting for Women." If you don't have weights yet, check out Nerd Fitness for some bodyweight and other alternative ideas to get you moving in the right direction now. http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/
  • KayteeB07
    KayteeB07 Posts: 341
    thankyou :D
    my brothers got 2 3KG weights i can borrow so ill have a look at that
  • Gracie1214
    Gracie1214 Posts: 120 Member
    Good luck xx
  • squatsandlipgloss
    squatsandlipgloss Posts: 595 Member
    I really hope that you take our advice seriously and go see a doctor about your problem.

    In previous threads you've made, we have already given you this advice and I think it is great that you are acknowledging the problem and you see what the problem is, but from the threads you are starting, we can tell you cannot do this alone.

    There's bigger problems than not being able to up your calories. Please get help and get healthy!!
  • notenoughspeed
    notenoughspeed Posts: 290 Member
    Yes, you gained weight because the amount of rolling food in your body has weight to it. It's not body weight, but rather just food weight. I did the same thing experimenting with my body, and found when I went from 1600-1800 to 3500-4000 for a short period of time to do heavy strength training, I gained 10 pounds like that. As soon as I brought my daily intake back down, those 10 pounds came back off just like that. Take the time to understand your body, how much food weight it will hold. When you do a calorie change, your weight will change, but it should stabilize.

    I would encourage that you seek professional help as 500 calories a day for extended periods of time could be bad for your mental and physical health.
  • Thepeacedove
    Thepeacedove Posts: 84 Member
    There is something wrong if you are only consuming 700 calories per day! Who told you this is the amount you should be eating? You can't exist on only 700 calories a day & your body is telling you that!
  • Warchortle
    Warchortle Posts: 2,197 Member
    Have you ever seen the show Food Hospital? Nutritionists and Dieticians may seem like the same thing, but nutritionists do not have to be certified in any particular field. Registered Dietitians have degrees in that area and would be a good point to start talking to a RD with your primary care doctor.
  • KimberlyDCZ
    KimberlyDCZ Posts: 525 Member
    was starving myself on 3-500 calories a day and then going on huge binges which made me sick. My stomach exploded outwards under all the stress and i was seriously depressed. Crying and being extremely low all the time which was doing me no good as it made me want to starve/binge more.

    I fell into this trap by forcing myself to live on just meat, fruit and veg for 31 days in order to lose weight which was so stupid, i know! As soon as i upped my calories from 500 - 1200 i freaked out. I gained weight rapidly, i had insatiable cravings which made binge and binge and binge untill i was crying with shame

    On Saturday after another day of starving myself i had a sudden breakthrough. I was more miserable now than when i was fat, which is not normal lol. So ive created a more sensible eating plan which is slowly going to up my calories, it includes a portion of carbs in the morning and one treat a day so i can get out of the habit of binging. Im starting at 700 calories a day (which i know is still stupidly low but its a push in the right direction) and every week im going to add 200 calories. This way i can get back to normal eating habits without totally freaking myself out again lol

    my story ^^

    Thanks for filling us in. I still think it would be a good idea to see a dr. Sounds like you're on the right track, but you could have some other health issues that need to be addressed due to the way you were eating before. Also, you may need to get into a support group or some type of counseling. The sick feeling is probably a mental thing to be honest.
  • freebird777
    freebird777 Posts: 63
    You will get through this, girl. You're doing the right thing by asking for help. My only other suggestion is to consider seeing a therapist in addition to a dietician or Dr. Speaking from personal experience...often times issues with food or under eating/overeating have emotional and mental roots that go way deeper than you think. I personally am seeing a therapist to help me deal with the issues that cause me to overeat. I think this would help you a lot. You're NOT ALONE!
  • bonniecarbs
    bonniecarbs Posts: 446 Member
    I'm wondering what was stupid about you eating meat, fruits and vegetables. That's about what healthy eating is composed of, it wasn't stupid of you, it was wise. Those three food items and an occasional "other food" is ideal. But I go with everyone else on seeking dietician' help. Proud of you for noticing the problem and trying to do something about it, you are one your way!
  • Ramberta
    Ramberta Posts: 1,312 Member
    It's good that you recognize your eating habits were dangerous in the past and are working to change them now, but please try to net at least above 1,000 daily as soon as possible. I realize that you're trying not to overwhelm yourself but you are starving even at 700, and you do your body damage with each day that you eat that little.

    Try incorporating more dairy (cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese), and more calorie-dense produce items like avocados and bananas. Swap the Rice Krispies for granola or mueslix. Eat fatty fish like salmon. Drink fruit juice (preferably not from concentrate). And take a multivitamin daily, because even at 1200 you're going to struggle with hitting your macronutrient goals.

    Above all, please please please see a professional (or more than one) ASAP.
  • KayteeB07
    KayteeB07 Posts: 341
    Thankyou so much guys you've been a great help!

    Do you think weetabix would be a better choice for breakfast as I'm not keen on muesli haha. I also love bananas so have one a day and I also have a pot of yoghurt a day :)

    Ill pick up some multi vitamins tomorrow x
  • neandermagnon
    neandermagnon Posts: 7,436 Member
    your completely right lol

    im currently doing around 30 minuets of walking a day, 30 day shred and 40 mins on a stationary bike. Although i am trying to find an at home weights programme to incorporate aswell

    Definitely get on the weights if you have them. It sounds strange to a lot of girls but it works. Plenty of women on here love programs offered by the book "The New Rules of Lifting for Women." If you don't have weights yet, check out Nerd Fitness for some bodyweight and other alternative ideas to get you moving in the right direction now. http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/

    ^^^ all of what beachiron said not just this post

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