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Probably because you were eating more than you even realize. Easy to do if you are hungry. I would bet that if you were in a controlled environment with only access to food was what and when others gave it to you, you would not have "gained" on fewer calories. It simply isn't possible. If your body requires 1500 calories…

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I like his approach, his words are backed up by studies for the most part. I don't alway agree with his conclusions (for instance, he says eating processed foods can cause depression, but it seemed to me that this was a correlation, not a causation. I mean, which came first? Eating junk then depression or depression and…

This. Come on, lighten up! Most weight loss (now I said MOST not ALL) is a result of hard work that people are proud of. It is a visible sign that you've stuck to your guns and did the hard work required. And most people are just trying to acknowledge that because just about everyone knows how hard it is to lose weight. I…

Sounds like you are off to a great start. Key is to consistently do the "right" things, not perfection, because perfection doesn't exist. If you know you can't live without chocolate, as I can't, then don't try to make it off-limits. Make sure to fit it into your day. Patience is really important, too. Don't get into a…

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There was a post about this a little while back; search the forum for it. It seems to be pretty common, if I remember correctly.

And if you want to lose, it makes no sense to up your calories. Remember, everything is an estimate..... Calories in foods, calories burned doing exercise....all of it. Sometimes it is a matter of playing around with the numbers until you hit on what works. But you can't always be changing things. You need to change…

Eating more than you burn will cause weight gain. Doesn't matter if it is fruit bad veggies or pizza and beer.

Actually, no I don't. But in no way is it because of her BMI. And, I repeat, I'm not a psychologist or psychiatrist or any kind of a doctor and, therefore, my opinion counts for nothing. Only she is going to know if there is a problem. And even people who are anorexic, even if they deny it to everyone else, know that there…

I don't necessarily agree, as many people with binge eating disorder are overweight and many people with bulimia are normal to overweight, though I know some are underweight as well. For anorexia, yes, I would agree that one could be normal weight and anorexic, but that individual would, most likely, get to the underweight…

So what? Any of us qualified to be the "BMI police"? If she feels healthy at that weight, it is normal, so stop harping on it. The normal range is like a 30+ pound range. Why would it be any more normal for her to be 135 vs 125 vs 155: all in the "normal" BMI range.

OP is not at un underweight BMI. Her BMI is 18.5 which is classified as "normal". BMI Categories: Underweight = <18.5 Normal weight = 18.5–24.9 Overweight = 25–29.9 Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater Now, it might be helpful for her to talk with someone, but get the BMI facts straight.

I'm at a loss as to why you are asking strangers if we know your size. Don't you know your size?

Huh? BMI is pretty much smack in the middle of "normal" range.

Ummmm, 400 calories is not binging. It is a blip. Won't affect your weight loss (well, maybe if you do it every day). Keep it to once in a while and no big deal!

Took a couple of months walking 4 mph for at least a half an hour every day. But it is easy to do and it really works great.

What is your height and weight? What is your attitude toward your weight? It is very difficult to decide for you if you have a problem. If you really think that you do, you should talk with a therapist who specializes in eating disorders. If you don't want to provide into in a public forum, which is understandable, PM me.

10 pounds in two weeks is most likely water weight loss. It is times like this that separate the men from the boys (or girls from the women). Losing weight is a long road, full of twists and turns, and many, many ups and downs. Sounds like you are only a couple of weeks into the ride.....that is way too soon to get…

I'm 52. I'm on every day and do my best to provide support. Friend me if you like. Good luck with your goals! You know, over 50 just ROCKS!

I hope things work out for you. That must have been really I scary!

Always for looking for ways to get healthy. FR sent.

I like the "get mad" advice. You don't want it enough. You are full of excuses and allow yourself the "all or nothing" attitude. That never works because NOTHING is all good or all bad. This is a choice you get to make. Heck, you get to make a thousand choices every day. You don't have to let one choice dictate your other…

Seems to me that you are missing something here. If you are happy with the way you look, and aren't looking to get healthier, why are you even on MFP? No one says losing weight is the "right" thing to do ; to me, that implies some sort of moral connection to fat and thin. And, at least for me, that simply does not exist.…

If I were you, I'd use not wanting another gall bladder attack as my motivation. Been there, done that and got it out, so I won't have to deal with it anymore. But if you think you even might be able to avoid them through diet and exercise, I say go for it. Health is a great motivator! Good luck.

Thank you! There is no way eating 1200 calories makes it so you don't lose wright. When will people start using common sense here?!

Words of wisdom.

Why is it rude to make a comment about losing weight. I agree with the above poster, you can't win anymore. People get offended if you mention that you are losing weight and they get offended that they are doing such a hard thing and no one notices! Why not just say yes, I'm trying to improve my health and leave it at…

This might sound glib or trite, and I don't mean it to be, but I'd consider getting into therapy. I doubt most people here are clinical psychologists and qualified to help you. Besides, we don't know enough about you to even try! If you really are struggling with depression, you should see a professional. Good luck!

What possible reason could you have for putting up with this kind of abuse? What possible reason could you have for putting your children through this kind of abuse? Weight be damned, you need to get the hell out of this "relationship" NOW! You don't deserve it. No one does. You need to get yourself enough self respect to…