Is losing too much weight rlly that bad? (1 Viewer)

[ADORA]

There should be soup kitchens where you can get food. I saw in television that people in the USA collect discount tickets to get free groceries.

Here are some other tips that might help:

21 ways to get free food

Free food: the two greatest words in the English language.

www.savethestudent.org

Food is one of the basic necessities of humans. I can't be that you don't have enough food in one of the richest countries!

I should've said that we run out of food really fast and not everyone in the US is rich

 

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Unless youre trying to lose weight, its no problem but once you start feeling sick and start dropping in weight in huge numbers then its bad

 

[Pirioca]

I should've said that we run out of food really fast and not everyone in the US is rich

It has nothing to do with being rich. Everyone should have enough food in the US. If I'd live in the USA I would send you food, that's for sure. And I'm not rich.

 

[ADORA]

my friend you came here stating you lost 11 pounds and one of the reasons you stated was because you don't get enough food to eat
that's NOT OK
IT IS 100% unacceptable that in this day and age that someone in the US of F***** A has to struggle to put food on the table
I really feel for your situation since in addition to the weight loss (which is already a really big deal) you mentioned a disability? (again no need to tell us what it is that's private to you) but lack of NUTRITIONAL food might also cause other health issues such as not enough vitamins and minerals which can exacerbate your disability
also I can't imagine the stress this is having on you and the rest of your family- constantly worrying about everything...

Like I said earlier - try googling to see if there are charities or other food banks or organizations that help people like your family struggling to get by

I just have adhd and mild autism tho amd i dont struggle i just dont eat that much anymore

 

[ADORA]

Unless youre trying to lose weight, its no problem but once you start feeling sick and start dropping in weight in huge numbers then its bad

Right! And i feel fine

 

[ADORA]

It has nothing to do with being rich. Everyone should have enough food in the US. If I'd live in the USA I would send you food, that's for sure. And I'm not rich.

Same and thats true ig

 

[athenaaa]

I should've said that we run out of food really fast and not everyone in the US is rich

A similar thing is happening in the US as it is in Canada. The cost of living just keeps rising and very few people seem to be able to catch a break. It’s really sad to see honestly. People here are well meaning but unless one has actually experienced it, it’s easier said than done. I grew up where my family relied on food banks and now between us (through jobs and disability) we have too much income to qualify for any assistance. I’m not saying this to get sympathy, just saying I get it. Sometimes skipping a meal or two isn’t the worst thing, as long as the nutritional balance is there. High protein foods are your friend. I’m guilty of skipping a meal (or genuinely forgetting to eat). Anyway, all this to say please take care of yourself and hope things improve for you and your family.

 

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Right! And i feel fine

Question, can you give an estimate of how much you eat in a day bc i honestly could just eat two granola bars and we good for the entire day and i doubt there would be a drastic change

 

[StirFriedPanda]

Call 211 (US-All 50 states) and get a list of places to get free food. I don't think you have to give them any information. You can also talk to a school counselor. I grew up poor too and I believe your family's doing their best. Especially if they are concerned about your weight loss. Sometimes the hard part for parents is asking for help. Start with religious organization. Descent ones put zero requirements for membership / having anything to do with them. They are happy if someone shows up and picks up a box!

 

[ADORA]

A similar thing is happening in the US as it is in Canada. The cost of living just keeps rising and very few people seem to be able to catch a break. It’s really sad to see honestly. People here are well meaning but unless one has actually experienced it, it’s easier said than done. I grew up where my family relied on food banks and now between us (through jobs and disability) we have too much income to qualify for any assistance. I’m not saying this to get sympathy, just saying I get it. Sometimes skipping a meal or two isn’t the worst thing, as long as the nutritional balance is there. High protein foods are your friend. I’m guilty of skipping a meal (or genuinely forgetting to eat). Anyway, all this to say please take care of yourself and hope things improve for you and your family.

Thank you!! And im so glad you get it!!

 

[ADORA]

Question, can you give an estimate of how much you eat in a day bc i honestly could just eat two granola bars and we good for the entire day and i doubt there would be a drastic change

I eat something in the morning and count that as my meal for the day

 

[Selfmate]

I just have adhd and mild autism tho amd i dont struggle i just dont eat that much anymore

Right! And i feel fine

no it's not and by accepting a lower standard of living - not thinking it's a problem can and will lead to long term issues
you say you're fine and yet you just mentioned you lost 11lbs which again I'll say that's not normal and obviously you mentioned your health issues but also LACK of food which is a big one...

Call 211 (US-All 50 states) and get a list of places to get free food. I don't think you have to give them any information. You can also talk to a school counselor. I grew up poor too and I believe your family's doing their best. Especially if they are concerned about your weight loss. Sometimes the hard part for parents is asking for help. Start with religious organization. Descent ones put zero requirements for membership / having anything to do with them. They are happy if someone shows up and picks up a box!

as much shit as give the panda he seems like a decent person so take his advice since he's from the US and give it a try
the most they can say is no right? nothing to lose

 

[ADORA]

Call 211 (US-All 50 states) and get a list of places to get free food. I don't think you have to give them any information. You can also talk to a school counselor. I grew up poor too and I believe your family's doing their best. Especially if they are concerned about your weight loss. Sometimes the hard part for parents is asking for help. Start with religious organization. Descent ones put zero requirements for membership / having anything to do with them. They are happy if someone shows up and picks up a box!

Thank you

 

[athenaaa]

Thank you!! And im so glad you get it!!

Please know you’re not alone. I genuinely believe that your family is trying their best especially if you weight is a concerned. I do hope things turn around for the better and if you ever need someone to talk to, I’m around

 

[StirFriedPanda]

no it's not and by accepting a lower standard of living - not thinking it's a problem can and will lead to long term issues
you say you're fine and yet you just mentioned you lost 11lbs which again I'll say that's not normal and obviously you mentioned your health issues but also LACK of food which is a big one...



as much shit as give the panda he seems like a decent person so take his advice since he's from the US and give it a try
the most they can say is no right? nothing to lose

Correct, worse case scenario is they say no! And please don't report this. I don't want to ruin my evil reputation. They already started digging up my Momo comments. I'll never win villain of the year at this rate!

 

[Selfmate]

Correct, worse case scenario is they say no! And please don't report this. I don't want to ruin my evil reputation. They already started digging up my Momo comments. I'll never win villain of the year at this rate!

I should report you to my apprentice moguri!!!

 

[StirFriedPanda]

How to get emergency food assistance | USAGov

If you are hungry now, call 211 to find food in your area. Learn where to get immediate food help from government and private organizations.

www.usa.gov

 

[Selfmate]

I'll say this one last thing @Sakura

1. not having enough good is terrible and you shouldn't have to accept that - you mentioned you had one meal a day for breakfast and that was it for the day - hell prisoners who are in jail for sometimes terrible terrible crimes get 3 meals a day plus snacks (at least down under they do)
2. I also understand it's a terrible situation for your family and that they are doing everything possible within their power but sometimes we all need a helping hand - I also understand that sometimes asking for help is really difficult - we are seen as losers/beggars/trash but like both the panda and nadia have said they've gone through similar situations and those orgnisations are specifically there to help people like your family so don't ever let anybody put you down for just trying to survive
3. in addition to the food issue - try to keep your spirits up - the stress and worry must be a terrible burden on all your family - tell them you love them and appreciate them for all that they do (or even more so if you do it already) having a positive attitude and appreciation acts as the counterbalance to the stresss and worry
4. Whilst I was never in your situation struggling for food I had my own issues (bullying) however take time to reflect on your situation to hopefully make you a better person since my struggles made me more resilient

and I'll leave you with this sorta famous scene from an old (not that old) tv show - Malcolm in the middle

 

[Pirioca]

No there is but they always say that my mom gets paid too much to be approved for it

Did your mom check if that statement is true?

 

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I've never struggled with a difficult financial situation and my family was always able to afford food thankfully, but I remember I was quite chubby in the earlier years of hs then ended up losing 10kgs because of depression and other issues, I've gained some of it back and I love to eat but I'm the type to lose weight if I'm not doing well