Am I turning anerxic?

Question

I have been wanting to lose weight since 5th grade I am now in 7th I am not skinny at all I have a thick body and I might even be chubby(5 foot and im 115lbs) but latly I have been CONSTANTLY thinking about my weight(how much i wnat to lose,how fat I am,ect.)
and like after I eat I feel guilty and I dont even eat that much sometimes I will just stick to not eating until I get home and when I do all I eat is some ham...but on the weekends I chow down but mainly on healthy foods.I have lost 3lbs in about a month which is the first time I have EVER lost weight so it seems like a lot I want to lose more.....Am I becoming anerxic?Im scared.

Answer 1

Anorexia is a condition where a person stops eating pretty much altogether. They also throw up any food that they eat. It sounds like you're just one of the millions who want to lose weight. However, by eating only one meal a day and then "chowing down" on the weekends, you could actually make yourself gain weight. If you want to lose weight and keep it off, eat your regular 3 meals a day, healthy meals, but in smaller portions. Also, drink a lot of water throughout the day and get yourself into a regular exercise schedule. Good luck.

Answer 2

I know exactly how you feel. I started feeling scared about gaining weight in Junior High and I am now an adult and sometimes I feel the exact way as you do. It is all mental. You do not look fat. You are not fat. But you think you are. And I know that you would not like to think so much about weight but you do. I am not sure if you are anorexic...although you may be borderline bc you do not have good eating habits and are not getting the nutrients that you need, and you are limiting yourself in hopes of losing weight. So I think that if you can, I would get some help, talk to your doctor or an adult. Help is there, you just need to reach out and open up even though it is hard to. Just because you are not 85 lbs does not mean you are not anorexic or heading in that direction mentally. For you to live a happier life, I recommend you start a routine. There is nothing wrong with wanting to be thin, and staying fit. Plan 3 days of the week where you will exercise for 30 minutes and also plan to eat 6 small meals a day or 3 reg. meals. Eat something and do not go more then 5 hrs with nothing in your stomach, your body and you will suffer the consequences of not eating later, so even if you dont see any bad effects now, you will later. so plan to eat some oatmeal, fruit, juice in the morning, and then a salad and some pasta for lunch, and a small dinner... and some healthy veggies for snacking. now that isnt too bad. and your metabolism will work better. you will not get fit. you will actually see more results then not eating all together. so do yourself a favor and get organized and plan to eat smaller portions of only healthy food and you will be the happiest person... i know being scared of gaining weight is not fun, so do your best for accept yourself for who you are. remember its the package that counts not the wrapping and you trully are a gift that god brought to the world. love yourself. feed yourself some good healthy food and get help.

Answer 3

Because you are scared, you are not likely anorexic, however feeling guilty after you eat does imply potential for an eating disorder. Just plain "not eating" is not appropriate at your age either.

While you are a very little bit heavy for your height and age, you are **not** obese. (Ideal weight for an ADULT woman your height is 100 lbs +/- 10%. You are barely above "ideal. The people calling you anorexic must have misread your height.) For your age/height/weight you are 69th percentile for BMI, which is **well** within the normal range.

You are at an age where nutrition is essential for your physical (and mental!) development. If you want to lose weight, please consult a physician or nutrition professional for guidance, and do NOT go below 50th percentile.

Chowing down on the healthy stuff is great, however again, the "not eating" is not good and if you are responding to your not eating by binging, you tread a perilous path. (Even if you are binging on "healthy" foods). Ask your doctor about losing weight, and speak with a conselor about your concerns. I don't think you have a dangerous eating disorder, however you perhaps have that potential.

The good news is that you are worried! You are more likely to do something about a problem if it crops up, and you are aware of potential danger. When you are no longer worried, that is when you could get yourself in real trouble.

Follow a doctor's/nutritionist's guidance, and talk to a mental health professional until you don't feel guilty about eating anymore, and you will be fine.

good luck.

Answer 4

Anorexia occurs when a person refuses to maintain at least 85% of their recommended body weight. You lose or never begin your period. There are several types. Some over excersise. Some purge. What is more rampid in the US is something called eating disorder not otherwise specified. It means that you have an unhealthy relationship with food but might not meat diagnostic requirements. If you are worried or scared, that is all the reason in the world to talk to someone older than you. Sit down and ask yourself how your life would really be different if you lost weight. Are the things that you want to change really about food? If you parents are supportive and you trust them, talk to them. Or talk to your favorite teacher. Just talk to someone. Now might be a bad time to start up excersising. If you aren't geting the calories that you need, you will end up damaging your muscles. See...the first thing that your body does when it isn't getting enough calories is to burn off and break down your muscle. Your heart is a muscle. It's not a pretty thing to have happen.

Answer 5

I know exactly where you are--I suffered from the same mindset at your age. Right now, you're not anorexic--but you are showing some warning signs. 115 pounds for a girl your age is pretty average. I weighed over 110 pounds for most of my life (I'm 19 now), and I thought I was fat for several years. When I entered into my freshman year of high school, I would go all day without eating, and then eat small amounts of food for dinner. I was constantly thinking about my weight. I was anorexic. The best way to stay away from becoming anorexic is to develop a healthy mindset about your weight. Talk with your doctor about your weight. Remember that you are in a weird period of your life, where you are developing parts of your body that will be used later to develop and nourish a child--extra body weight is normal. Eat a healthy meal in the morning, afternoon, and evening. :) And let yourself indulge once in a while! After I recovered, I found that sometimes, a bowl of Chunky Monkey is the greatest treat ever! And by the way, I am now proudly healthy at 5'9" 145 lbs. Good luck!

Answer 6

first of all 115 at your height isn't overweight. i was 120 at one time and i'm only an inch taller than you. i was only in a 3/4 at that time. not eating is very unhealthy and in the long run will cause you to gain more. if you have concerns you need to talk to your parents and let them get you the help you need. doctors can give you much healthier alternatives. and if you chow down on just health food that's not a bad thing it's a good thing just don't only do it on the weekends. and your body is still developing and you are way too young to worry about your weight. but definitely go to your parents with your concerns and they can get you some help. good luck.

Answer 7

It sounds to me like you have what some would call an "almost eating disorder". I know, because I've had one myself. Constantly thinking about food intake is not healthy. Don't get me wrong; eating healthy is INCREDIBLY important. But don't fret if you "cheat" every once in a while! It's okay to have some chocolate now and then! It's good for mental health.
Right now, you're at the age where everyone is pressuring you to look like the models in magazines or on television. Don't cave in to that bullshit. Be a strong person.

Answer 8

Just find a good balance of diet and exeresise that is realistic and you will be able to stick to. If you are feeling weak, eat more, if you are gaining too much weight, eat less. Make sure you stay active, and you won't have to worry if you set a limit for yourself not to go below. For example, 105 lbs for a 5 foot tall girl seems fine, and you could set that as a limit not to go under.

Answer 9

You do not need to become anorexic in order to lose weight. All you have to do is keep a balanced diet, and live an active life. Go out on walks, go out for some sports (7th grade is when track usually becomes avaliable). You are at the age where your body is figuring out who you are - so just live healthy and give it time.

Answer 10

You're perfect the way you are. DOn't do it. I've suffered for so many years, i hope you won't do the same. IT's so bad. Its a terrible thing to suffer from. just eat healthy and exercise and you'll be fine. You will end up gaining it all back eventually anyways, since your body goes into starvation mode. Good luck and i hope you'll beokay. Go to a doctor and get some help.