Put on weight loss regime

SecretDuck
SecretDuck Posts: 26
in Health and Weight Loss
Hi guys, my mother decided that we use an appetite suppressant to "detoxify our bodies" and basically go under the 1,200 calorie minimum for two weeks so the body goes into starvation mode and burns off all my fat.

I'm really worried about this. I used to go a little over my requirements in terms of calories but now I don't want to eat anything. I even struggle to eat a Ryvita with jam on it. Is this wrong, or is it truly helpful?

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  • kr1stadee
    kr1stadee Posts: 1,774 Member
    This is all sorts of wrong.
    How old are you, and why is your mother dictating your "weight loss regime"??
  • WBB55
    WBB55 Posts: 4,131 Member
    Worst idea I've heard all week.
    20 yr-old male should eat at least 1800 every day, IMHO
  • Greenrun99
    Greenrun99 Posts: 2,065 Member
    Really??? Sounds like you got problems..
  • klkateri
    klkateri Posts: 432 Member
    In starvation mode your body will hold onto every calorie you eat... you could end up gaining more weight and doing harm to your body.

    It's best to talk to your doctor about this though and I wouldn't do it all.
  • SecretDuck
    SecretDuck Posts: 26
    This is what I feared. I live under her roof unfortunately so either I move out or secretly order takeaways under her nose. I tried to tell her this but she's saying it's "all nonsense".
  • 1princesswarrior
    1princesswarrior Posts: 1,242 Member
    Males should never eat that low, you should be eating a minimum of 1800 calories a day, probably more. Read this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

    ETA: And then show it to your mom
  • MelRC117
    MelRC117 Posts: 911 Member
    You really should get a doctor involved and they could refer you to a dietician or nutritionist at least. It might be good for her to hear from someone else.

    The pills are a waste of money and your body will do the exact opposite of what she believes.
  • jcr85
    jcr85 Posts: 229
    In starvation mode your body will hold onto every calorie you eat... you could end up gaining more weight and doing harm to your body.

    It's best to talk to your doctor about this though and I wouldn't do it all.


    LOL I didn't think I would see a stupider comment than OP's topic but MFP never fails to disappoint. But for real if you enjoy being a moma's boy have fun starving for two weeks if not do your own research understand your caloric needs and take it from there.
  • SecretDuck
    SecretDuck Posts: 26
    Thanks guys - I've told her firmly that the loss regime will not work. I am off it now but I think she'll continue to damage herself :(

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