Need to Lose Weight

[Sophie]

Hi guys. I had my annual checkup at the doctor and am feeling a little down. I am a 5’0” 17 year old girl and weigh just under 140 pounds. I am disgusted. I honestly didn’t check my weight for a while because I’ve been suffering from body dysmorphia. I honestly do not think I “look” 140 pounds as my body composition is pretty evenly distributed. But I am still so down about it. I ideally want to lose 13 pounds in the coming month. Do you have any tips?

 

[Aradia]

Hi Sophie!
I understand how you feel as i’ve struggled with my weight all my life. Don’t put yourself down. I know it sounds cliché, but beauty and wellbeing is not only on the outside. My tips to lose weight? Don’t try to lose all of it too fast. Change a few things in your diet at a time. Drink lots of water. And most of all....don’t stress about it. You’re beautiful! Good luck!

 

[Worriedmama]

I have a degree in nutrition and my husband and I own a workout studio. Eat lean meat and lots of veggies and get moving. There is no quick fix, you just need to change your lifestyle.

 

[TenLettersRap]

try paleo or keto, i prefer paleo.. but i avoid all nuts, grains, sugars, lactose, legumes, and nightsgades personally..and i dont cook with cheap seed oils...

 

[greenelephant]

Hi Sophie, what is your history with body dysmorphia?

I would recommend you not try to lose weight quickly. Ketogenic or paleo diets work in the short term to lose weight, but they aren't great if you want to focus less on your body and your eating habits.

Simply try to eat fresh fruit for snacks and vegetables as a part of your meals, and drink more water and less sugary drinks. Go on a walk outside every day, do some light stretches, etc. for light exercise

I think it's better not to weigh yourself and to go instead by how your clothes fit and how you feel. You can definitely start losing weight a little bit at the time without adding to your worries about your body.