How can I get my dad to stop bugging me about my freakin weight?!?!
Question: How can I get my dad to stop bugging me about my freakin weight.?!.?
How can I my dad to stop bugging me about my weight.?!.?
I've been a vegetarian since I was 12 and I'm 15 now.
My dad goes away like every month for his job and doesn't come home till months later. And he just got home like a week ago and I over heard him telling my mom I got so skinny and he doesn't like it.
And just 10 minutes ago he said to me "You got so skinny, you look bony and I really dont like it" but he doesn't understand, I weigh like105 and im more toned and muscular and my sister weighs less than me but she's kinda on the chubby side. But i know it's because were built way different. But he doesn't get it..
I eat a lot! And when I get my period I eat even more! lol but I keep it off by working out and eating right (Well I try to eat healthy lol)
Anyways, help.?
Btw I was on the chubby side when I was 12, when I first started going veggie, but I couldn't give up chicken. I eventually did though of course, and I hated my body, I thought I was fat, I wish my hip bones were to stick out more and I looked up to actresses like Mary Kate and Nicole Richie. But now I feel so stupid looking up to them!
I really look up to Jessica Biel and she inspired me to start working out and loving my body.Health Question & Answer
I've been a vegetarian since I was 12 and I'm 15 now.
My dad goes away like every month for his job and doesn't come home till months later. And he just got home like a week ago and I over heard him telling my mom I got so skinny and he doesn't like it.
And just 10 minutes ago he said to me "You got so skinny, you look bony and I really dont like it" but he doesn't understand, I weigh like105 and im more toned and muscular and my sister weighs less than me but she's kinda on the chubby side. But i know it's because were built way different. But he doesn't get it..
I eat a lot! And when I get my period I eat even more! lol but I keep it off by working out and eating right (Well I try to eat healthy lol)
Anyways, help.?
Btw I was on the chubby side when I was 12, when I first started going veggie, but I couldn't give up chicken. I eventually did though of course, and I hated my body, I thought I was fat, I wish my hip bones were to stick out more and I looked up to actresses like Mary Kate and Nicole Richie. But now I feel so stupid looking up to them!
I really look up to Jessica Biel and she inspired me to start working out and loving my body.Health Question & Answer
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It sounds like you are on the skinny side for 15 year old. My 12 year old is 5'1" and weighs about 100 and she is very thin yet muscular. What worries me is all the emphasis you are putting on your weight. I'm glad you switched role models and are working out (just don't become obsessed with it).
As far as being vegetarian, please don't listen to the people that tell you it's not healthy. My parents went vegetarian when I was 6 and I was a strict vegetarian until I was 20. You can get all your protein from milk, yogurt, cheese, eggs, beans, nuts,and soy products. It really makes me laugh when our society eats mostly fast food and packaged products with little to no fruits and veggies and then preaches that vegetarians don't get enough vitamins, protein, etc. It is a very healthy lifestyle as long as you are eating a well balanced diet of protein, carbs, fruits and veggies. Good luck and try not to stress over your weight.
As far as your father, I'm not sure what you should tell him. Sit down and talk to him and tell him how you feel. You also need to listen to him and his concerns. I would suggest you both go see your doctor together. That way you can both talk about how you feel and then your doctor can tell you if they feel you are too skinny or not. If your doctor thinks you are too thin and unhealthy then you need to listen and adjust your eating accordingly. If the doctor says you are okay, then you can ask your dad to stop bothering you as long as you remain at a healthy weight. Health Question & Answer
As far as being vegetarian, please don't listen to the people that tell you it's not healthy. My parents went vegetarian when I was 6 and I was a strict vegetarian until I was 20. You can get all your protein from milk, yogurt, cheese, eggs, beans, nuts,and soy products. It really makes me laugh when our society eats mostly fast food and packaged products with little to no fruits and veggies and then preaches that vegetarians don't get enough vitamins, protein, etc. It is a very healthy lifestyle as long as you are eating a well balanced diet of protein, carbs, fruits and veggies. Good luck and try not to stress over your weight.
As far as your father, I'm not sure what you should tell him. Sit down and talk to him and tell him how you feel. You also need to listen to him and his concerns. I would suggest you both go see your doctor together. That way you can both talk about how you feel and then your doctor can tell you if they feel you are too skinny or not. If your doctor thinks you are too thin and unhealthy then you need to listen and adjust your eating accordingly. If the doctor says you are okay, then you can ask your dad to stop bothering you as long as you remain at a healthy weight. Health Question & Answer
Just ignore him he'll get over it... Health Question & Answer
You aren't the best judge of your body weight.
Your idols were people with anorexia and you want your hip bones to stick out, You speak of loving your body, but you are cutting it off from needed nutrients when you go vegetarian, and you love for yourself is very conditional on what you look like.
You may think you are OK, but if those around you are telling you your perceptions are warped then you have to take them seriously.
Unless of course you think you dad has it in for you.?
But you don't sound that way at all.
So this is what I would do, go to a doctor and see what he says, if hes concerned then seriously take it under consideration that you haven't been the best judge.
I have a sister who is vegetarian, its very hard for her to get all the nutrients, particularly the protein she needs. Adolescents need even more protein than adults, you can still be vegetarian, but consult with a nutritionist so you know what you have to do to stay healthy, not just thin. It may surprise you that you may need to add fat to your diet, you need at least two teaspoons a day.
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Your idols were people with anorexia and you want your hip bones to stick out, You speak of loving your body, but you are cutting it off from needed nutrients when you go vegetarian, and you love for yourself is very conditional on what you look like.
You may think you are OK, but if those around you are telling you your perceptions are warped then you have to take them seriously.
Unless of course you think you dad has it in for you.?
But you don't sound that way at all.
So this is what I would do, go to a doctor and see what he says, if hes concerned then seriously take it under consideration that you haven't been the best judge.
I have a sister who is vegetarian, its very hard for her to get all the nutrients, particularly the protein she needs. Adolescents need even more protein than adults, you can still be vegetarian, but consult with a nutritionist so you know what you have to do to stay healthy, not just thin. It may surprise you that you may need to add fat to your diet, you need at least two teaspoons a day.
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Sounds like you're making a bigger deal about your weight then your father is. You can't "stop" him from "bugging" you because he's your parent. And maybe when you're older you'll appreciate his concern a bit more. I don't see what his problem is if you're not hurting yourself by staying skinny, and if he's not patronizing or putting you down (like making fun of you or questioning your intellegence) then you shouldn't let his comments get to you. Just assure him you're eating right and please, get over yourself. Health Question & Answer