I recently gained about 15-20 lbs, over the winter. \n\nAt my HS, many people (mainly boys) have stopped talking to me, or are talking to me less, or just don't seem as interested as they were before.\n\nIs it 'cause I gained weight? Or do you think it's all in my head?\n\nWhy are people so cruel? And would you (guy or girl) do the same?\n\nI don't think I look that bad with the added pounds, although I am working to lose the weight. \n\n(Went from 145-150 to 165 (at 5'7").)
131779
I think that these boys were not your friend to begin with and just wanted to leer over your body(you must be gorgeous). You don't need them! Hold your head high and go and find some good friends who like you the way you are. You deserve better than people who judge with looks.Pretty soon you ll get your confidence back and will show those boys up. YOU GO GIRL!!!
258397
Hey, don't worry about what other people think! Your weight is your issue to deal with, not theirs! And I don't think most people will judge you by your weight anyways..besides, there are plenty of other people there too busy worrying about themselves! Just get the courage to get out there, and you'll see that it doesn't matter! Have fun..and good luck!
13562
If I would have treated someone who weighs more differently then it would have definitely been nicer but never in a mean manner. Maybe this statement would in itself be a stereotype or generalization but I always find such people are very kind-hearted and have a keen sense of humor. The only thing I am always cautious about is when talking about dieting and weight, etc. infront of them so as not to hurt their feelings but other than that then treatment is normal and actually it never even occurred to me that other people would be prejudiced against someone because of their weight!
437505
uh.....no.  first off it does no good.  your metabolism will slow down causing you not to burn as many calories which kind of defeats the purpose.  plus it will hurt your body in so many ways it would take an hour to type it.  If someone is so superficial that weight even enters into their thoughts of someone they arent very good friends.  Dont get hung up on other people.   You have to live with you and harming yourself to make someone else like you makes no sense.  If you really want to work on weight work with your parents to help you get the correct food and amounts.  I like www.kraftfoods.com it gives you some idea of what to eat.
258632
That is a good question.  Regardless of how others feel.  We are not to be judgmental.  REMEMBER What goes around comes around.....  \nI wish you the best of luck.\nKeep in mind some weight gain is not because you eat to much or exercise to little it is genetic.  I have those genes in my family back ground and weight is a factor.  I have to control my food intake and watch what I eat.  Maintaining weight is hard.\nI wish you the best of luck.
510307
Yep, but it is probably mental though, which is normal. Either your too busy. Or your stressed out about something very dear to you, like a death, break-up, or just flat out stressed out big time. Find a support group of your choice, it may help!! If you do nothing, You will gain weight if you don't gain weight, then their may be a problem to check out with you doctor that you like. Good luck and try to make yourself eat at least 5 small meals or snacks a day, this boost you metabolism.
499268
Having anorexia doesn't really concern yourself with other peoples weight, its denying your real weight. Its not feeling good about yourself for reasons that may be known to you or not. Sometimes people bother me when I watch them eat only because I can't see how people can eat anymore than I did, next to nothing, and be okay with themselves. I have been recovering fro anorexia for 5 years now and remember the feelings well. My weight was the issue with me not any other persons.
266569
As a mom to a girl who is your age, I think you all sound pretty normal to me!  I don't think that girls your age should be so obsessed with your weight!  Sweetie you all are still growing, and your bodies will continue to change for a few more years!  My best advice to you would be to let nature take its course, and to eat healthy and stay fit!  If you are good to your bodies, they will be good to you!
292746
People have different frame sizes and would look absurd being a size 0 or 2...My weight has fluctuated all my life ...my lowest weight was like 145 and people told me I looked sick..as in way too skinny. Yes there are diseases and genetics also factor into metabolism and stress can for some people pack on the pounds. I had a recent weight loss and I was doing real good getting it off I had lost 60+ pounds in a course of 5 or 6 months but about 1 year later starting right after my mom died, I started gaining weight and no matter how much I tried to stick to the plan (diabetic food exchange) I still gained weight back I have gained about 40 pounds and in a course of 4 months and my eating has not changed that much to explain the gain, they say that stress make blood sugar go crazy (now I believe it). I am choosing the more excellent way in not mouthing off my opinion of your opinion, because after all you are entitled, just hopefully people don't use the same magnifying glass you use when you look at others when they look at you.
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WHAT'S THE BIG DEAL ABOUT IT......16 YRS...5"7....HOW FAT ARE U????????????????\nAM I RUDE?????I AM,I CAN'T HELP IT....I AM 20 YRS...AND JUST 5 FOOT TALL.....MY BRO CALLS ME DER FOOT...THAT IDIOT IS YOUNGER TO ME ,YET 6"....."I AM JEALOUS OF ALL TALL PEOPLE ON EARTH"I HATE THEM,.......
430050
For one thing, stop comparing yourself to everyone else and second, you sound pretty darn perfect to me. I am 40 years old and 5"4ft and weight 113 pounds, I have weighed this much since I graduated from high school. Some people just grow faster than others and then a lot of catching up will happen. Just think how much healthier you are than they are. All that junk food will eventually catch up with them and they will be the ones saying they wish they looked like you!! Just be happy with yourself now because I bet you are way prettier than they are.
667400
I'm 5'8 and I wish I weighed 145....lol....you are fine....after you have kids, its normal to be a little heavier than you were before you had kids.....plus girls look better with a little meat on their bones (and it doesn't sound like you have much at 145)....relax!
580235
I am 54 yo and have been skinny all my life no matter how much I eat.  People used to say things like that to me all the time.  Over time I learned to ignore them.  If you are healthy and feel good just be happy and ignore stupid people.
608564
I'm not happy!  I had two kids one right after the other...my personal choice.  But now I'm stuck with all this weight!  I am happy with other things like my hair, skin tone, no wrinkles, etc.  But I'm unhappy about my weight.  I went from a 6 to a -- size and I hate it! \n\nHowever, I am working to fix it and I've gone back to my kickboxing classes and I'm beginning to lose weight.  Eventually, I can be happy with myself again.  Can't be unhappy with myself all the time now can I?
192913
I have answered 1 of your questions b 4 n once again I can completely relate. The thing is that no matter how much I eat it just seems to be that I don't gain weight, so I don't know much about gettin fat. Also like you I eat comfort food whenever I'm feeling a little down. The thing is not to overdo it. Fat, skinny, big or little, that is not healthy. But once again just feel good and confident about how you look. In your eyes you should be the best looking thing on this Earth. Overall I jus hope that you don't feel to bad about your appearance. Plus get your prom dress altered a little if you do put on a pound or 2. But once again don't overdo it. Big is beautiful, but not when it is just all out there and nasty lookin. Hope this helps, and good luck at the prom :)
646988
Well, I recently decided to go on a diet because I am also 5'6 but I weigh 160 lbs. My doctor encouraged me to drop about 10 -15lbs, because I am supposedly "above average"! Actually he showed me the BMI (Body Mass Index) and it proved that as a "female" w/ my height I am supposed to be 115-145 in order to be considered healthy! I dont know I was suprised too, I know I should lose my stomach fat, but hey I guess I need to do more than that.
342348
you're asking the wrong questions... not did i gain weight, but why am i freaked out about gaining weight. i think you need to get some help with this, you are not over your eating disorder.