Dealing with anorexia in college?

[Anonymous]

So my freshman year of high school I developed the eating disorder anorexia and I am now a sophomore in college. I have gotten way better at eating and actually love my body now. But how do I keep the body I love but still eat appropriate meals. I'm scared if I eat too much I'm going to get fat again. This summer I lost 20 lbs and I know that's not good for basically 3 months... And I live off campus so it makes it easier for me not to eat. I'm starting to see the signs of having this disorder and I don't like it. I wanna keep my body and be healthy how can I get rid of this disorder?

[Theguyoverthere]

Just stick with healthy eating at this point and you should be fine. Many processed foods are what cause the overeating by adding in the addictive qualities that cause people to binge.

If stress causes you not to eat try liquid calories so you can get back into having calories in your body. Many people overeat when stress but skinnier people tend to have the opposite effect where they can't eat anything. I have the problem of eating under stress myself so I'll also add in that stress management is critically important for your self esteem.

If you wish to try and create hunger you can also try cardio activities like running and such. Some people need the physical activity to create a need for the foods they digest. This is where a lot of calorie calculators go wrong in determining a person's caloric needs throughout the day.

[Asker]

Yeah I use to eat due to stress or boredom... And I have no life so I'm always bored lol. So I try not to eat when it comes to things like that. Lol

[Mesonfielde]

Why do females believe that they are more attractive if they have less meat on them?
This is some really odd misconception.
People should be forced to watch "KILLING US SOFTLY 4" or something.
Anyways, eat healthily, don't die. We'd be sad if you died over something so meaningless.

[Asker]

Ha. Aww thanks :) and I'm trying. I really was fat in middle school, but now I'm just thick. Lol. I have the thighs and butt I've always wanted. I've grown into my body and learned to love it. I mean some days it's not the best but overall I love it. :) that's why I'm trying to keep it the way it is.

[aamy811]

A lot of times I like to make meals on the weekend that I can prepare easily throughout the week. So soups, salads, marinated chicken. Things I can just take out when I'm ready. Also I stick to a plate rule, where 1/2 your plate is veggies, 1/4 is a complex carb and your patient is the size of the palm of your hand.
Once again I like freezable things like soup and meats. I buy permafrost salad. I always make things so they last a real meals. Sometimes I like to follow meal plans so that I dot have to think about meal ideas, they're already planned (if you want to know of some good free ones, just ask). I love to snack, so I make sure to et a lot of snack throughout the day (almond and dark chocolate, fruit) so I'm not starving by dinner. Umm that's all I can think about. So if you have any questions just ask

[Asker]

Omg yes I would love some food ideas. I am a vegetarian so if you have any meals that could help me with that that would be awesome. :)

[aamy811]

I'm a vegetarian too, I jut make meat for my girlfriend. I like the essena oneill set plan. And my favorite is the blogilates meal plan, which comes in regular, vegetarian and vegan

[Asker]

Mmhm. I've never heard of those. I will Google them :)

[aamy811]

You definitely should, they're fantastic

[Asker]

Awesome! Yay. Thanks :)

[aamy811]

Thanks for MHO

[Izzy2102]

Have you tried experimenting with food a bit?
I mean maybe try to raw vegan? It's basically fruit and vegetables so you don't need to feel guilty about anything but you can also get enough nutrients and calories that way. A lot of raw vegans drink a lot of juice and smoothies so maybe that would work for you too? Blend up I don't know two bananas, a mango, spinach, spirulina dates and apple juice and make it a goal to drink it all while you're college.

Chia seeds are also very filling and nutrient rich. You just need a small portion with milk or almond milk to get a good breakfast.

I'm by all means no expert on eating disorders though

[Asker]

I'm vegetarian so I try to stay on Morning Star and fruit and pizza. Lol. I didn't think I'd go this far with the disorder though...

[cheeseysouffle]

I think it's been said by someone else about your perception but try going to a university counselor. On my campus the first 15 sessions are free and they also have emergency counseling services.

The best way to deal with this is to reach put to someone who can monitor your progress.

[Asker]

Yeah I've thought about a counselor but I don't want them seeing me like this. It's embarrassing and saddening. I'm gonna cry thinking about it... Lol.

I will develop the courage to see someone though :)

[cheeseysouffle]

They're there to help you and the services are completely confidential. You'll probably end up feeling better after the visit. Hang in there :)

[Asker]

Thank you :) lol. I will try... You're awesome

[been_waiting]

Remember that your perceptions are skewed, and if you think you look fat, you're probably not.

I can't imagine how you could wind up fat if you eat right and exercise. Stick to that and I think you're good.

[Asker]

Thanks :) most times I can't work out because I lost all my nutrition from the disorder so I get light headed and dizzy really easy and it just makes me not want to work out at all... So I just don't eat...

[been_waiting]

You probably still shouldn't be still experiencing this? Are you sure you're keeping your blood sugar up? Do you eat enough now?

[Asker]

I honestly do not think I do. There are some days where I eat once a day and other days where I eat everything. Lol. It just depends

[been_waiting]

That's not good. You need to at least eat your recommended amount of calories per day... which is probably between 1,300-2,000.

[Asker]

I knooow. Lol. I'm trying to get better at it. If I do eat it's nothing healthy so it makes me upset haha. I'm trying to eat healthy lol

[Hyped_up_on_coffee]

Why don't you try finding a diet that works for you. I would suggest going vegan or paleo that way you put good food in your body and remain healthy but skiny

[Asker]

Yeah. I'm vegetarian and that has had some effect on me being "skinny" still.

[Hyped_up_on_coffee]

Vegan cuts out all animal products. but yeah you should be fine as long as you eat healthy and jog

[Klaatu51]

damn i wish this question was made from a guy

[Asker]

Why?

[Klaatu51]

because i got bored to read that only girls suffer from anorexia

[Asker]

Oh. I think males suffer from it but its a low percentage compared to females. Females are more self conscious than males...

[Anonymous]

See a professional, maybe your doctor to start, then go from there.