I do have a fast metabolism but still - I do not go to the bathroom that frequently. \n\nI also eat fast food fairly often before but my body clearly does not show for it.\n\nIs something wrong with me or just the ethnic genes?
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You are probably no older than early 20s (if you are, another explanation follows).  If you haven't hit your final growth spurt (16-18) then your body is still converting that food to building materials.  Once you stop growing, however, food is only used as mainainance and if you continue eating the way you do you will start to gain weight.  This also depends on activity level.  \n\nYou should try to eat healthily, not just to prevent weight gain, but because healthy eating habits prevent heart disease, bowel cancer, and all kinds of other nasty things.  And since you don't go to the bathroom that frequently, you almost certainly need more fiber!  You should be going at least once a day!\n\nOn the other hand, if you are in your late 20s or older you might have an overactive thyroid.  Do your eyes bulge a little?  Is your neck swollen?  You might want to see a doctor if you are worried about not gaining weight. \n\nAlso, junk food has no nutritive value, and you are setting yourself up for big problems later on.
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You are one of the fortunate people that have a healthy metabolism -calories are burned up  but I beat you're below 18  but wait once you hit 20 that stops so  consider before you get there and start having problems when your metabolism will slow down to learn now what to do ,like eat healthy and hopw to be active without actually exercising-dancink,skating,fun stuff.  In the meantime  Enjoy
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LISTEN honey.  There are no such thing, there are different body masses and bone structures.  Maybe I am coming in from a whole nother culture, but in the islands, when you are more than regular, you are 'healthy' or 'wealthy', fer real.  Thats one.  Two, at twelve, that should be the last thing on your mind, no joke.  It will rob you of your personality.  Please don't try too hard to fit in, REAL people will accept you for who you are.  I don't detect a bad eating habit, as I think that you would mention it.  But just try to eat the things that parents want you to eat.  Trust me, I am a parent.
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Part of it could be your bone structure, but not all of it. Many people think they're eating a lot when in reality they're accustomed to getting full at their maintenance level. Many have a high metabolism, but it really is about slowly increasing your calories to the point where your body can't keep up (everyone has that point). Healthy fats (unsaturated) can be great and are dense with calories, try peanut butter, healthy oils, etc... Putting on muscle will look and be much better than adding fat, although muscle burns extra calories, it's benefits outweigh the added minor trouble you'd have about needing more food. Try actually counting your calories, at your weight/height, you're probably in the mid 1000's of calories for maintenance give or take a couple hundred, try eating around 2500, slowly getting there over a couple weeks. See what happens, and if needed, up it to 3000. Lift heavy (learn how first) and eat big and muscle/weight will come, if even after eating 1000 or so more calories than your body takes to maintain your weight doesn't help, possibly see a physician. Good luck!
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Are you obssessed with your weight? Do you sometimes spend the day eating nothing just to feel thinner? Do you feel insufficient energy? If yes, you might have an eating disorder. But if you eat normally and still thin, it's just your metabolism, don't worry about it. It means you're just lucky!\n\nBe careful with your health whatever you do.
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God has smiled upon you.  :-)  Your metabolism is most likely really fast.  This can be from exercise or it's just the way you are made.  I don't think it's anything to worry about unless you are excessively UNDER weight.  In that case, try protein shakes and chat with your doctor about it to make sure nothing is wrong.  Good luck.
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Wish I had your metabolism LOL.  I just look at food and gain weight.  Ok well best suggestion is to go to a health food store and talk to someone there they should be able to recommend something or like a vitamin health store is what I meant to say.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colon_cancer\nColon cancer and polyps are two diseases linked to this.It has absolutely nothing to do with your metabolic rate.Tract movement is regulated through other physiological pathways while your endocrine system dictates your metabolism.\nYou're probably finding(sorry to be gross) the stools are very hard and difficult to pass.\nThis is because your body extracts water from the stool as it lays in your colon.Drinking more water and eating more fiber can defeat your current problem
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*Wincing for that is a misconception that Atkins = greasy foods* Now while I myself have always eaten what would be termed an Atkins styled diet, the meat ect is low in fat (fat trimmed beef, seafood, poultry, cept I do drink whole milk and eat regular cheese and a lot of nuts).\n\nPersonally and I'm astounded how long it is taking nutritionists to figure this out, I feel it is best to tailor a diet to your specific metabolism. I as an O blood type, high metabolism do best on high protien, low fat, low carb foods.\n\nYou on the other paw are probably different than I and might do better eating more fruits and veggies than I.\n\nPersonally I'd drop the greasy food and eat high protein low fat foods if you wanna do Atkins style.\n\nBut even better explore a tailor made diet that is designed for your metabolism and I've provided a few links below so you can look it up...
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the only thing genetic about weight loss is metabolism levels, the problem is people aren't taught how to lead a healthy lifestyle.  Society tells you the best thing you can do with your life is make lots of money and be really busy, too busy to work out, eat right, or spend time with people you love.
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Everyone has a different metabolism, and to some extent its hard to go too far out of your natural bounds (atleast in a comfortable manner) The fact that you work out 2 hours a day, eat balanced meals and all that, has made you healthier im sure, even if you havent lost alot of weight.\n\nI would ask your dr/health care provider and see what he/she thinks about your situation, unless your dr REALLY recommends taking some kind of weight loss pill I would stay away from it.\n\nBe sure to check out weight control websites for random tips like, not eating after 6pm, how not to overeat, etc etc.\n\nRemember, you cant force your body into a scedule, it takes a long time to safley loose weight, I lost 65 pounds in about 3 months and I have some stretch marks and stuff from not taking enough care of myself while loosing all the weight.
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Haha I am not fat or tall so thank you for saying the word "majority."  We live in fast food nation.  There are a lot of lazy people out there who eat horrible meals and too large of portions.  They don't exercise and drink 6 Cokes per day.  They drive everywhere and they don't go see the doctor.  It's cheaper to go to the Dollar Menu at McDonald's than buy fruits, veggies and fish to have for dinner... and it is quicker!
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You are not fat and like many people. I also eat only once a day that is all I have time for or if I am home then I will eat smaller meals for lunch. You are acaully under wieght for your height. I am 5'3" and weighted 110. The average size for a person my height is 120. But I have been this side since I was 12. Now at 26 I have just started gaining weight. But you do need help if you think you are fat before you stop eating all together. Because it sounds like you only eat once a day because you think you have a weight issue. If you are worried about gaining weight if you eat then eat more fruits and vegs. and stay away for fatty food eat smaller meals drink plenty of water and take a walk everyday.
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You are not fat. No one should indulge in too much food, and if you were to lose a few pounds, do it through exercise and NOT starving yourself. A high metabolism is far better than a poor diet. Remember, guys want girls to have curves, so don't lose weight.
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I have the same problem...I am almost the same height and weight as you. Just eat healthy and try to have a snack whenever you think of it...something with protein is good. Nuts are good to snack on. Or, apples with peanut butter. I like to buy yogurt drinks since they're good for when you're on the run. But, it's very tough to gain weight if you have a fast metabolism....try not to worry that much about it. You are how you are. Being healthy is the most important thing.
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Chances are, you are not overweight and you are just being fanatical. Don't starve yourself. Lack of food causes brain damage, which is a lot worse than being fat in my opinion. Why can't you just excercise like a normal person?
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Hey bub...honestly at your age you really shouldn't worry about it.  Unless you have an issue with your metabolism, 20 years and younger, your metabolism is fast.  But if you want to cut some weight it is all about your calorie intake.  1500 calories a day for anyone and they will lose weight.  But it also depends on your activities.  Are you active alot, play sports?  Add some more calories.  Yet if you are active a lot and not just sitting around even by eating 1500 cals you will lose weight.  You can eat 1500 calories of Entinmens cake and still lose weight, but I wouldn't recommend it because your portions will be really small and you won't get the nutrients you need.  Eat real food (veggies, nuts, meats).  If it comes in a plastic package, don't eat it.  And watch the saturated fat intake.  I know you're young but when you can take a class on nutrition and you will learn A LOT.  Any questions hit me up... Lionbacker24@yahoo.com