Anorexia is an obsessive mental illness about losing weight. It typically begins in early adolescence, mainly among girls, though the numbers of boys developing this condition is increasing. People with anorexia weigh less than 85% of the normal weight for their age and height. Severe anorexia can be life-threatening.
Symptoms
a preoccupation with weight and food, vomiting
anxiety about the body image
a feeling that one loses control over how much they eat
compulsive exercising
in women – missed menstrual periods
Abuse of laxatives and diet pills.
Causes
The psychological factors may include an inability to cope with stress, problems with family and other relationships, feelings of deprivation, and experiences of physical, sexual, or emotional abuse.
Always seek medical attention if you suspect you might be suffering from anorexia nervosa. Psychotherapy is an essential part of the treatment for eating disorders, along with nutrition counselling and medical care.
Eating disorders are complex conditions involving psychological factors and nutritional deficiencies. The term eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and binge-eating.
Supplements that may help
Zinc may help with restoring lack of taste
High Strength Multivitamin to ensure good supply of nutrients
Vitamin A to help with absorption of Zinc
Herbal Iron Liquid some customers found it beneficial for restoring appetite
Royal Jelly may help with energy and vitality
Guarana for energy and general wellbeing
Ginseng may improve energy levels and wellbeing
Recommended lifestyle changes
The most important dietary change for people with eating disorders is to eat a sufficient amount of calories without purging. To accomplish this, most will need psychological as well as nutrition counselling.
