Sorry to ask, but starvation mode isn't real, right? Then what in the depths of hell is wrong with me?

So... I got two answers in the ED sub I like to post in but I thought you guys could have some more answers as most science subs don't allow medical advice. At least that's what I think judging by the massive amounts of posts with the term "starvation mode" in them here

TW for pretty low cal counts and ED and suicidal thoughts

So, I'm 16FTM. 169 cm, CW 58/59 kg, LW 49 GW 50 (don't worry, my weigh-in lady didn't worry when I was 49 kg so 50 is safe!).

Sometime in September last year my weight loss suddenly stopped and my weight started going up. I was eating an average of 600 calories a day back then. Everyone was so happy with the fact I was gaining that they didn't even bother to ask me if I was eating more, so I was at a loss. No one would give me answers, no one would believe me. Everyone just thought I was accidentally counting my intake as 1500 calories less than what I was eating, and well, I wasn't. My daily menu included 15 g of ham and cherry tomatoes for breakfast, whatever we had at home for dinner (<400 cals) and 25% on a pint of diet ice cream, with maybe a couple rice cakes. Does that sound like a 1 pound a week weight gain plan to you?

I was torn. I cried and cried, until after two months I had had enough. I started eating more both with the hope of being able to lose weight again and out of anger towards my school nurses, school doctor (they didn't listen) and therapist (she congratulated me on my weight gain without any questions while I was crying in front of her). Well, unlike their predictions, I gained weight. A lot of weight. While eating my maintenance.

I wanted to continue eating more until the weight gain stopped and well, it did last week. But... I'm now 59 kg. I've gained a kilo a week almost every week for the last two months. I want to cry all the time. I can't shower, sit or put my binder on without thinking about slicing the fat off my body. I'm suicidal again. The ED thoughts are louder. I hate my life.

The worst thing is, according to my school nurse, the reason for the weight gain is the malnourishment. My thyroid is fine, there are no signs of PCOS. Just the previous starving. That's pretty much the definition of starvation mode, but every single time someone even mentions starvation mode in here or any other sub, the top comment is "SM is a myth". I don't know what to believe anymore. So, thoughts?

Thanks to anyone who answers. I'm really confused right now. I've stopped eating lunch again because I hate my current body. I'm pretty sure this will lead to a relapse and honestly, I don't care. I want my 50 kg body back.

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90-Day Caloric Deficit

Day #22

I am down to 186 from last week’s 188.6! I was very stoked to find out I only lost 2 pounds this last week - over 3 and I would’ve started to worry (2lbs is safest I’ve heard for muscle retention). I’ve found 4 very cool things that have started to happen from weight loss that I HAVE to share!

1 - getting up from bed or getting into bed is a heck of a lot easier. I don’t grunt as much like I used to or lose my breath, and I can get out really quick in a moments notice and not stumble or lose balance.

2 - showering is easier as well! More turn radius, and a subtlety noticeable decrease in surface area, which makes for a faster shower.

3 - literally no more indigestion or GI issues! And not as much heartburn either, maybe once every 2 weeks, if that.

4 - and probably my favorite, I fit into my old black cargos I bought two years back. I haven’t worn these since my first date with my now fiancé.

Good luck to you out there on your journey! Know that I am going through this difficult journey with you too, and I really want all of you to come with me :).

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Day 2/30 of my reset

F, 5’5. GW:

Happy day 2 or day XX to everyone. I didn’t weigh in this morning because I wasn’t home. Yesterday went great.

I unexpectedly ended up in a dessert bar and my past self would have been excited to try everything. New me got one scoop of vegan ice cream and took years to finish it. Met my step goal. Stuck to eating 1700 calories giving me a sizeable deficit.

Also had ONE drink out at the bar and NO snacks. Vodka soda how I love thee.

Anyways today has been great.

Food Log Breakfast/ I had a tiny piece of carrot cake from church and some unsweetened banana walnut bread. AM snack: bag of carrots for lunch Lunch: grilled veggie salad + black bean burger with GF bun and more grilled veggies. PM Snack: seaweed, green apple. Dinner: protein powder “nice cream” (blended with ice to make it thicker).

So far I’m at 1,729 calories. Going to hop on the treadmill for a bit, put away some laundry, prep, log, and pack my lunch for tomorrow.

How is your weight loss journey going today?

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NSVs from losing 8 pounds

A month ago I was 230 pounds and weight loss seemed hopeless. I am 5 9 and I had back pain which made Excercise difficult. The idea of having to wait a year to see results.

Now I am 222 and although 8 pounds barely makes a dent in my weight I am starting to feel the benefits. My back pain is improving, It's easier to get up the stairs now too. I do have knee pain from tendinitis but that is improving slowly.

My clothes are fitting looser too. I still size 40 pants but they are loose enough I need to wear a belt now.

The time did not seem that long either. I have a long way to go but I do feel better along the way. Hope this inspires discouraged people.

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Finding weight loss AND maintenance impossible without nicotine

I’ve quit for a month now, and I have no reason to restart vaping/smoking until I think about weight gain. I am gaining weight slowly but surely because my appetite and literal hunger levels are so much bigger.

I’m regaining the weight I lost whilst smoking and its making me feel terrible. I don’t want to restart for obvious health reasons but things feel like they are getting out of hand.

I know I need to learn to live nicotine free and have a healthy diet. Tons of people do it, so maybe I’ve messed up dopamine in my brain or something?? When I was smoking I could eat and drink whatever, feel stuffed, and still lose weight. I felt like I was on cloud nine :(((

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I somehow ended up on the 'wrong' side of TikTok. A fair warning to others.

Disclaimer: discussion of misusing medications. Please remove if necessary.

I mostly use TikTok for gym routines and healthy meal ideas. Lately I've been getting more and more Mounjaro/Wegovy/Ozempic related content on my FYP. I'm all for people (safely) using medication to aid in weight loss. Especially those who are diabetic, insulin resistant, or significantly overweight.

However. I've been seeing some creators using these medicines when their starting weight was well within a healthy range. Many viewers will comment, "But you're thin already" "Why are you using this?" "You look amazing, why is this necessary?" To which the creators often reply, "I need to lose 5, 10, 20 pounds." They also share compounding pharmacies with their followers who want to use these medications, but can't get a prescription from their doctor because of their low BMI.

I'm not here to start any debates, but I am genuinely concerned how 'normal' people (non-celebrities) improperly using these medications will impact vulnerable groups. 10 years ago at the height of my eating disorder, I would've panicked seeing these videos.

If you see any of these videos pop up on your FYP, please report them.

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Any good back exercise tips?

Hi everyone! I took a 3-4 month break on my weight loss journey, which took me out of going to the gym.

I was able to reduce my responsibilities and am looking to go to the gym again! I use Planet Fitness.

My back has always been an insecurity which I am working on in therapy! However my exercises that I have done, haven’t really toned me up the way I want to be.

I had it mixed in with arm day and was doing:

4 set of 10 latdowns at about 55-60 pounds 3 sets of 10 weighted rowing at 50 pounds

Arm days usually occured twice a week.

Is it just that I need to do more sets? Are there other exercises I should be doing targeting my back? I try to stick to the machines because I am not confident in my form so I dont want to hurt myself, but I could also do free weights at a lighter weight. Any recommendations are very welcome!! TYIA!!!

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