Eating Disorder

It’s pretty common to know people who have gone on a diet or who regularly work out in the gym to lose several pounds. They may even go for “low-carb” food and order ‘light fares” in restaurants. But, they will primarily have a meal typical of what an average person may consume.

In contrast, there are those who have serious and unhealthy disturbances in their eating patterns, such as drastic reduction in their food intake or severe overeating. These people are affected by eating disorders. Their behavior revolves around food and weight, and activities range from taking laxatives, diuretic pills, exercising vigorously, chew-spitting to “grazing” on foods all day. Moreover, they experience extreme concern and distress about their body shape, weight and body image.

The medical complications from eating disorder are serious and if left untreated, can be life threatening.

There are different forms of eating disorder but they all revolve around extreme expressions on food and weight issues. Similar to other mental health issues, there is no one cause for an eating disorder but a combination of sociocultural, psychological and biological factors. Therefore, it is important to find out the specific problem before taking the first step to treatment. If you think you or a loved one displays the symptoms of eating disorder, please call your doctor or a therapist for a careful diagnostic evaluation.

Treatment can help. Embark on your journey to better living and brighter horizons.

Anorexia Nervosa | Bulimia Nervosa | Binge-Eating Disorder