When you hear the "news" about Nicole Richie announcing that she needs to gain some weight, the potential for jokes is huge. Here's why I'm not going to go there.
I've been too thin, so I can relate. Regardless of why it might happen (reportedly, heroin was involved), being underweight is not much fun either.
There are too many "celebrities" that are way too unhealthy, thin-wise. If one of them admits it, maybe it will encourage others.
I've seen her with a little more weight. I know being 5'1" is difficult because weight fluctuations are more extreme on shorter women. However, she looks much better with a bit of weight on her.
She has blamed stress for her loss of appetite. For all those who eat more because of stress (you know who you are), in some people, stress can mean weight loss. It's good of her to admit it, because knowing why is really helpful.
There is one issue. In the Vanity Fair article, she says her eating habits are far from healthy: "I eat the worst foods — salty cheese-and-grease kind of stuff." There are smart ways to put on weight. She is apparently working with doctors. I had one point where I needed to put on weight, and I didn't do it wisely.
So Nicole, eat whole grains, low-fat protein sources, and lots of fruits and vegetables. And good luck.
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