Health 10/5/18

Eating Disorders: are extreme eating behaviors that can lead to serious illness or even death. These disorders are often related to other problems such as: unrealistic body image, low self esteem, depression, and other emotional pain.

Types of eating disorders Anorexia Nervosa: is an eating disorder in which a person has an intense fear of weight gain and starves herself/himself. Risks: heart problems, kidney failure, loss of bone minerals, and even death.

Types of Eating Disorders Bulimia Nervosa: is an eating disorder in which the person repeatedly eats large amount of food and then purges. That is the excess food is forced from the body through vomiting or using laxatives to speed up the excretory system Although a bulimic person’s weight may be within the normal range. There are medical problems that can arise. Risks: dehydration, irregular heartbeat, and damage to the colon, liver and kidneys.

Types of Eating Disorders Binge Eating Disorder:(compulsive overeating) is an eating disorder in which a person repeatedly eats large amounts of food at one time. Binge eaters do not purge but may frequently fast or diet. Risks: high blood pressure