Bulimia Nervosa overview

#shorts #bulimia #bulimianervosa #bulimiarecovery Bulimia is a psychological eating disorder in which you have episodes of binge eating (consuming a large quantity of food in one sitting). During these binges, you have no sense of control over your eating. Afterwards, you try inappropriate ways to lose weight such as: Vomiting Fasting Enemas Excessive use of laxatives and diuretics Compulsive exercising Bulimia, also called bulimia nervosa, tends to start in late childhood or early adulthood. You usually binge and purge in secret. You feel disgusted and ashamed when you binge and relieved once you purge. People with bulimia usually weigh within the normal range for their age and height. But they may fear gaining weight, want to lose weight, and feel very dissatisfied with their bodies.