An Issue Weighing Me Down

So if you’re a Crohn’s sufferer (urgh, I don’t like that wording but the truth is, it’s a insufferable thing) then you’re bound to have encountered weight issues over the course of your life. 

Whether it’s Prednisone making you gain weight, 

Lack of nutrients being absorbed making you lose it, 

Or a flare-up which is making it go crazy; 

Weight issues are not new for a Crohnie. If you’re on top of your weight and you’re happy with it, then go you! So proud!

The Great Gatsby 

For me, I’ve been pretty good with it - not great though; I’ve always needed to put on more but for the most part I’m happy. 

That was until a few days ago, when I hopped on the scales to find I’ve lost a couple of kilos. Making me the smallest I’ve ever been in a long time. 

I’ve been told by my GI and my cardiologist not to lose weight - if I can help it. And look what I’ve gone and done. 

But the thing is - I can’t help it! I eat, I eat healthily (mostly) and I have a good relationship with food. 

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I’ve been noticing I get ill when I get anxious (i.e. every day) and I do get ill in the mornings. So I wonder how much I’m eating just goes through me, and my body doesn’t benefit from it. 

My weight is an issue that has….weighed me down…

The Wolf of Wall Street

But I chose not to let it get to me. Ok, so I need to put on weight - but for the most part I’m happy and I’m (somewhat) healthy. 

My goal remains to keep putting weight on. I’ve faltered this last week and I don’t know why that is, but I know that I can help try and put my weight back on track. 

Crohnie or not, our weight is something that people of all walks of life struggle with and compete with in different ways. 

If you are struggle with weight, no matter what the issues - I wish you luck on your journey and please remember that our weight does not define who we are. 

*thank you to Leo for his input in this post.