I think I`m Overweight...

Hey. I have a problem. I`m 13, 5' 8", and I`m 150 pounds. I always feel like I`m fat, and sometimes I binge( sometimes i like to eat cookies, crackers, ice cream, etc.) My mom says I`m at a normal weight because I`m really tall. I want to lose 20 pounds and be around 130 pounds. But my moms says if I lose 20 pounds, I would be underweight. Can someone plaese give me some advice about what to do?

Jessica,

If you desire to lose weight do it in a healthy way. Maybe your Mom could set up an appointment with your family doctor who could tell you if you need to lose a few pounds. He can also help you eat a healthy diet too.

Is the binging something that you can control? Or do you feel like it takes control of you? Do you believe that you have an Eating Disorder? If so try to get a professional who can help you through this part of your life. I know that being thin is in...but at what lengths to you want to go with it?

Take Care,
Kathy

Well, I have lost a few pounds over the last few days. I`ve been eating healthy foods and exercising a lot. when I sometimes binge, I feel like I lose self-control. I`m starting to lose all of the extra punds I`ve gained. Now I`m 145. I just might lose 2 or 3 more pounds, Then I think I`ll be good. Thanks for the advice, Kathy. Now I feel totally good about myself.


Yours truly,

Jessica.

Jessica,

I'm pleased that you are happy with yourself. Please just remember to put on the breaks to your diet so you don't into losing more and more pounds.

Take Care,
Kathy

Don`t worry, kathy. I`ve got it under control. I`m 143 and this is where I`m staying. Thanks for all the advice.


Jessica