How do you know if someone is anorexic?

[Anonymous]

This girl is very skinny, but not ugly skinny. The thing is that she makes comments like she needs to lose weight, but there's nothing to lose. She has no fat at all. I know she has a very strict diet and never has bad food.

This is healthy but she seems to go too far. No bread even.

The reason I am asking is becuase I think she is taking diet pills, which would be nuts.

Is she a little crazy or am I weird? I would compare her body to a models. Very very skinny, but not sick looking. She could probably use a few extra pounds.

I am really into her but am a little worried. She would still be very beautiful with 20 to 30 more pounds.

So when does being healthy cross the line?

[naturally]

Lot's of girls have issues with their bodies. She's not weird or crazy.

The diet pills and her decline of food is probably how she stay's skinny

She does suit the symptoms of someone with an eating disorder but she may just be going through a faze.

Being 'healthy' crosses the line when it starts to take over your life. When it stops you from doing the things you like, becomes the only thing you think about, stress about etc.

Btw the not eating bread thing is totally fine. I don't eat bread!

[Coffinspire]

When they CLEARLY do not eat.

Like, you've never seen them eat a whole meal. I used to not eat in front of anybody (and obviously not much when I did) A clear sign is their hair and nails. Their hair will be really dry and their nails will start to turn yellow.

And do not tell her to gain weight. I eat like a pig now and my boyfriend asked me to gain 15lbs for him and I told him no way in hell, some people just aren't comfortable being bigger (and yes, I am a healthy weight)

[qtchrissy]

There are some tell-tale signs to look for:

Doesn't eat in public, or orders something small

Gaunt facial features esp near eyes and cheeks

Talks about body appearance

Drastic Mood swings when tired, irritable

Yes, most girls do have body issues ( me included). If you want to help, be there for her. Reassure her how perfect she is, and make her feel good in her own skin.

[Anonymous]

She sounds like it. Some other symptoms are hair falling out, etc. Maybe she's scared to get fat. Is her mother fat?

[Asker]

No she used to be fat. Well at least she thought she was fat. Like 30

Pounds more.

No hair falling out, but I do notice she always has chapped lips. Don't know what that means though.

[Opinion Owner]

There are many reasons for that.

Allergys. Vitamin deficincys. Etc