Weight loss can be a sensitive topic, especially between couples. In this story, a husband (29M) tries to give his wife (28F) some advice on her weight loss journey, but it doesn’t go as planned. ♀️ The wife has gained weight over the last two years while working from home, and she’s decided to try a ketogenic diet recommended by a nutritionist. However, her commitment to the diet seems to be wavering, and her husband decides to step in with some unsolicited advice. But was he in the right? Let’s dive into the story…
Wife Gains Weight, Decides to Diet ️♀️

Nutritionist Neighbor’s Advice ️

Initial Enthusiasm Fades

Husband’s Observations ️♂️

Supportive Silence… Until Now

Fast Food Slip-up

Husband’s Unsolicited Advice

Warning about Failed Diets

Wife’s Furious Reaction

“Unsupportive Husband” Accusation ♂️

Clarification on Unsolicited Advice ️

Ketogenic Diet Disclaimer

No Need for Extra Advice

Temporary Ban ⏳

Husband’s Advice Backfires, Wife Fumes
In an attempt to help his wife with her weight loss journey, our well-meaning husband offers some unsolicited advice after she indulges in fast food. Instead of being grateful, she becomes furious, accusing him of being an unsupportive husband who nags her about her weight. While the husband claims they have a close relationship where offering opinions is acceptable, it seems this particular piece of advice struck a nerve. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Keto diet suggestion for weight loss sparks outrage. YTA for tough love.

Supportive husband tips: positive comments, healthy meal prep, quality time together.

Supportive comment suggests sustainable lifestyle changes over diets.

Keto diet sparks debate, commenter suggests alternative dietitian for wife.
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Husband’s nagging and lack of support frustrates wife on diet

Husband’s insensitive weight loss advice receives rightful backlash

User calls out husband’s insensitive advice on wife’s weight gain.

Husband’s ‘supportive’ advice backfires, sparks outrage among readers

User calls out husband’s unhelpful advice, recommends therapy instead

Struggling with weight loss is hard, being treated badly doesn’t help

Keto diet and weight shaming sparks outrage among commenters. ESH.

Unsolicited weight loss advice is a hard YTA

Reddit calls out OP for unsupportive weight loss advice

Suggests being a supportive partner, not a nagging ‘bad cop’

Keto diet advice deemed unsustainable and earns YTA judgement

Redditors call out husband’s weight loss advice as toxic

Insulting advice on wife’s weight sparks outrage

Keto backlash: Commenter calls out husband’s ‘crack’ nutritionist advice.

Husband shamed wife for eating fast food. YTA.

User suggests better ways to support wife’s weight loss journey.

Keto advice sparks outrage, comment suggests fun and easy alternatives.

Criticizing her for fast food won’t help. YTA

Support, not criticism, is key in a partner’s weight loss journey.

Supportive comment suggests meal prepping for spouse’s weight loss journey

Supportive comment with helpful diet advice and offer to help.

Redditor calls out husband for unsupportive weight loss advice

Helpful advice on weight loss after husband’s misguided attempt

Supportive weight loss advice from someone who lost 40kg

Unsolicited weight loss advice sparks outrage

User calls out husband’s lack of concern for wife’s health.

Embracing a calorie deficit for weight loss sparks agreement.

Unsolicited weight loss advice? YTA and don’t call her ugly

User questions nutritionist’s credentials and advises against weight nagging. YTA.
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Don’t tell someone they’re fat, ask how you can help.

Husband reminds wife of weight loss goals, internet outraged. NTA.

Navigating weight concerns in a relationship can be tricky

Supportive comment on weight loss advice from spouse.

Criticism of keto advice sparks debate on balanced nutrition.

Husband’s insensitive comment receives backlash from commenters
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Empathetic NTA comment suggests a helpful communication strategy

User calls out husband’s ineffective weight loss advice.
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Nagging and shaming won’t help with weight loss

User criticizes KETO and calls out OP for hypocrisy. YTA.

Jumping to keto as a first resort for weight loss? YTA

Encouraging comment on weight loss sparks empathy and understanding

Husband’s unsolicited weight loss advice deemed insensitive. YTA.
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Don’t give unsolicited weight loss advice or YTA

Redditor calls out husband for nagging wife’s diet, suggests doctor/dietician

Husband’s ‘helpful’ weight loss advice backfires, called out for nagging.

Asking for weight specifics? Risky move

Supportive comment defends husband’s approach to wife’s weight loss.

Supportive partner vs. critical partner

Husband criticized for insensitive weight loss advice to wife. YTA.

Keto follower explains difficulty of diet, calls out insulting husband

User calls out husband’s unsolicited keto advice, defends wife’s autonomy ⚖️

Redditor suggests consulting licensed nutritionist, deems commenter YTA

Husband’s insensitive weight loss advice to wife is criticized

Redditor calls out husband’s insensitive weight loss advice. YTA.

Professional help is needed for healthy and sustainable weight loss. YTA.

User questions if advice from non-professional friends is valid

Encourage, don’t criticize. YTA for making it a task.

Unsolicited weight advice? YTA. Mind your own plate ️

Husband’s weight loss advice backfires, called out for condescension.

Keto diet advice sparks outrage, commenter suggests supportive approach instead.

Unsolicited and condescending weight loss advice sparks outrage. YTA.

Supportive comment encourages honesty and gradual lifestyle changes

Support and trust are key in weight loss journeys
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Advice on weight loss timing and diet, with a touch of empathy

Encourage mental health check-in and activities, YTA for insensitive comment

Spouse gives weight loss advice, comment defends NTA stance

Engaging in an all-or-nothing mentality with diets is counterproductive

Spouse’s weight loss advice sparks outrage, deemed inappropriate. YTA.
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Suggests healthier lifestyle and support for wife’s weight loss journey
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Husband’s weight loss advice backfires, labeled YTA by commenters

Receiving a taste of their own medicine

Supportive comment seeks advice on helping wife with keto diet

Suggests addressing emotional issues before focusing on physical weight/appearance
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Encourage your wife to see a doctor or dietician. YTA.

Joining someone in their weight loss journey is more effective

A registered dietitian suggests consulting a professional instead of pressuring.

Honesty is important, but going to a ‘neighbor nutritionist’ is YTA

Partner criticized for insensitive weight loss advice. YTA.

User calls out bad weight loss advice, sparks outrage.
