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Overcoming an Eating Disorder: the Journey of a Reddit User's Weight Loss

Read about a Reddit user's journey of overcoming an eating disorder while losing 42 pounds in 8 years.

Article by Madeleine Smith

A progress pic of a 5'4" woman showing a fat loss from 182 pounds to 118 pounds. A total loss of 64 pounds.
F/29/5'4" [182lbs>118lbs>140lbs=42lbs lost] (8 years) Eating disorder is a sneaky b.
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Introduction

In an era where our culture is obsessed with appearance and weight, having a healthy relationship with food can be difficult. A Reddit user, Frankensteinbatch, shared her eight-year weight loss journey of losing over 42lbs, battling an eating disorder, and finally regaining control of her habits.

The Journey: Losing Weight vs. Eating Disorder

The journey for Frankensteinbatch begun healthily, as she adopted a habit of counting calories and exercising without obsessing. Unfortunately, as she got closer to her weight loss goal, sneaky thoughts crept in stating that she wasn't losing weight fast enough, and her progress was nothing, and that she was worthless. This is where her Eating Disorder (ED) started sneaking in and took control of her life for eight years.

The Comeback: Overcoming the ED

The road to recovery is never easy, but Frankensteinbatch chose to put her healthy habits back in place cautiously. She checked in with herself frequently and listened to her body, ensuring that her route to weight loss was healthy and sustainable. Her eating disorder recovery is an ongoing journey, and she's dedicated to maintaining a healthy relationship with food.

Lessons Learned

Frankensteinbatch encourages everyone always to be mindful of the signs of eating disorders and to seek therapy if need be. She advocates for a healthy approach to weight loss and shares her story to create awareness around the importance of living healthily and developing a healthy relationship with one's body.

Conclusion

Frankensteinbatch's story is proof that the journey towards weight loss can be a difficult road filled with many challenges, and sometimes it's not just physical. However, with dedication and a mindful approach, it is possible to overcome unhealthy relationships with food and come out stronger and healthier in the end. If you're struggling with an Eating Disorder or trying to lose weight, remember to be kind to yourself, reach out for help, and try to listen to your body for a healthy and sustainable weight loss journey.

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Madeleine Smith

Content Lead at MyProgressPics.com

Madeleine is passionate about empowering individuals with the information and tools they need to transform their bodies and lives.