When I had my baby in Sept. ‘07, I weighed 308 pounds. Today I weigh 216. I lost weight just by eating a 1200 calorie a day diet ( very healthy, eat from all the food groups and take a multi-vitamin). Since the weight loss I’ve had some health issues. Chronic stomach aches, headaches, hair loss, and exhaustion. I’ve tried to talk to my family but instead of making me feel like my weight loss had been a good thing, they turn it around and make it like it’s the source of all my problems. Maybe it is, I don’t know. I have been to 2 doctors who have tried to investigate my issues but have come up empty handed. My thoughts are that the symptoms and weight loss are just a coincendence. I feel discouraged. My family and even my doctors almost make me feel guilty for having lost so much weight. I don’t get it. What do you think?
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November 12th, 2009 at 12:56 am
Those issues you have are most likely from having the baby (stress, hair loss and exhaustion being major complaints from new moms at my work)
Trying to lose weight during this stressful time can only compound on your issues (although carrying extra weight can do the same anyway.)
Your family is somewhat right that your weight loss can affect your health, but that shouldn’t discourage you from losing weight, as long as your doctor approves your diet before trying. If you didn’t consult a doctor for your initial diet, it may not have been right for you, ESPECIALLY if you are breastfeeding. You should be eating 2500 cals per day if you are breastfeeding and most moms find they lose weight regardless of dieting during breastfeeding.
Listen to your doctors and let your family know that their concern is appreciated but your doctor is the main authority on your health.
November 12th, 2009 at 1:20 am
Some of those symptoms could be from recently having a baby. I know a lot of women experience hairloss after having a baby. Your body is still re-adjusting itself back to normal (hormones!)
Keep doing what you’re doing – losing weight and eating right is not something to feel guilty about!
November 12th, 2009 at 4:07 am
Congratulations on the weight loss!
I think your problem is that for most people, 1200 calories a day is okay, but usually for smaller people. I think you may not be eating enough. Headaches, exhaustion and hair loss could be signs of that. Try uping your calories to about 1500 to 1600, instead. To burn those extra cals, just do some more walking.
November 12th, 2009 at 7:26 am
Sounds like your family members are STILL heavy….they are only jealous because you accomplished ssomething they don’t even have the courage to confront, more less do something about. People have a tendency to tear down a person that has the strength to better themselves. Bbecause they do not!!!
November 12th, 2009 at 8:52 am
the health problems could be that maybe u lost too much weight too fast. u should only lose 1 -2 lbs. a week. the way that everyone is acting could be because they r jealous. i’m very proud of u and good luck.
November 12th, 2009 at 3:42 pm
Usualy people are self centered with change lie mybe your family liked you fat because they had someone bigger.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
people are self centered and want to make you feel bad because they know in their minds that their lazy butts could never do what you did!
i am proud that you acheived this!
November 12th, 2009 at 11:48 pm
maybe they liked the way u looked
November 13th, 2009 at 4:48 am
i bet u they are jelous
November 13th, 2009 at 6:02 am
My mom didn’t have the health things you are having but definitely got a lot of negativity from others for loosing the weight. She lost 99lb in 18 months. To justify their thoughts people thought she lost it because she had a disease! They probebly just are jelous of you. Sorry, but that happens to a lot of people who loose weight or who are in good physical condition/shape. I get skinny comments all the time. The only thing you can do is descide you are happy with you and what you are doing for yourself and tune out all negative comments. Good luck and congradulations on your accomplishments!