uexplainable weight lost

[prplchknz]

still losing weight, i went from a size 6 to a size 4 and i probably could have gone even smaller, I didn't because I'm hoping to gain some weight back but it doesn't make a lot of sense as to why i'm losing weight.

The only thing I can come up with is I've been eating healthier. But before this I was right on the cusp of correct and underweight.anyone else experience this? I know unexplainable weight gain is more common, but thought i'd ask.

 

[Unkindloving]

Do you know over what time-frame? Have you been more active for that duration?
Eating healthier may definitely play a part. It's surprising how much of certain healthier foods would need to be eaten in order to equate to most unhealthy choices. Have you noticed any changes in your energy level or anything remotely like that?

 

[prplchknz]

2 months. and i have felt more depressed

 

[goats]

Can you give an example of an average day's worth of food?

Do you count calories?

 

[Randomnity]

depression can drastically increase or decrease appetite, so it's really not surprising. Although I guess it doesn't hurt to ask your doctor - it could be a med thing too, lots of those can alter appetite.

 

[Thalassa]

What is "healthy"?

Are you getting enough fat and protein?

Are you totally vegan?

 

[JAVO]

One thing to investigate is hyperthyroidism.

See a physician right away, especially since you're probably underweight by now.

 

[CrystalViolet]

Prpl,
Go see a doctor and get some blood tests done, even if it's just to reassure yourself. Javo is correct. Also ask for inflammatory markers, FBC, LFT, EUC, as well as TFT's, if you go ahead with blood tests....I'm not sure of the American medical system, but these should be the very basics.
It might be a Meds thing though.

 

[prplchknz]

Can you give an example of an average day's worth of food?

Do you count calories?

I don't count calories so I have no clue how much I'm getting but it's usually

a bowl of cereal for breakfast
leftovers from the night before for lunch
a family meal (something vegetarian) for dinner (last night we had butternut squash risotto with fake chicken in it for the protein)

oh and i am going to the doctor not for this but for something else but they'll probably weigh me so.....

 

[prplchknz]

What is "healthy"?

Are you getting enough fat and protein?

Are you totally vegan?

no i eat meat when I can.

 

[goats]

Not to completely dismiss the possibility but... check for stomach worms?
I know it sounds disgusting but it's possible. They suck the fat out of humans.

 

[Rail Tracer]

Loss of appetite? Which could be part of depression.

Or are you just eating when you actually feel hungry? I've found that when I only eat when I am hungry, I tend to lose weight.

Either case could be a problem.

 

[Scottt]

I am very glad to see your progress regarding weight loss,
i am to much conscious about my weight. My weight is increasing day by day. I will try to follow your ideas and instructions..

 

[tinkerbell]

There are lots of things that could be causing this.

Main things are you eating around the same amount as you were before you started loosing weight? Has your appetite decreased? If you are eatting similar amounts but loosing weight you may have worms (you can google the symptoms)

Another issue may be an over active thyroid - massively critical to get that checked out, typically happens late 20s or more likely mid 30's - you start burning lots of calories because you body is speeding. It often flips into under active thyroid. Thyroid issues are life threatening so worth getting the blood test.

Early stages of type 1 diabetes can cause weight loss i think (don't quote me on that)... if you are not born with the condition it can develop in the late teens early 20s. Again reasonably simple test.

any unexplained weight loss - or weight gain for that matter needs to be checked to rule out the synister stuff. Depression could be a symptom of lack of calories Or the reason you are not eatting enough... ie is a symptom or the cause... that needs to be fathomed.

Either way I hope you are successful sorting it out. Nice to hear someone is conscious of their body weight falling below a healthy level and knowing it's a problem not thinking it great. Healthy body weight and body image is really important for emotional and mental health.

Good luck and DON'T leave it to resolve it self, the doctor will help you find the reason, even if it is - you are not eatting enough, better to discount some of the above nasties.

Good luck and good appetite.