Transcript Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia Nervosa
By: Rebecca Green
Nutrition
What is it?
• Bulimia is binge eating followed by
purging.
• There are two categories: Purging
and Non-purging.
• Purging is vomiting, using laxatives,
and diuretics to get rid of food.
• Non-purging is extreme fasting and
dieting.
Who’s at risk?
• Females are more prone to develop Bulimia, and even more as teens
and young adults.
• Actors, Models, and Athletes are also at a higher risk.
What Causes Bulimia?
• No known cause is recorded for bulimia but there are several predispositions
for it.
• Mental health issues and bad perceptions of your self and what you think
people see.
• It could be hereditary.
• It could also be caused by a serotonin deficiency in the brain.
Symptoms of Bulimia
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Long term fear of gaining weight
Forceful vomiting
Binge eating
Excessive exercise
Stained teeth
Calluses on the back of hands
Overuse of laxatives
Not eating in front of others
Health Affects
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Kidney Failure
Heart Problems
Gum Disease
Tooth Decay
Digestive Issues and Constipation
Dehydration
Depression
Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Bulimia Nervosa can be life
Threatening if left untreated.
Bulimia is both a physical and
Psychological condition.
Bulimia is a life-long challenge.
REFERENCES
Gabbey, Amber Erickson. "Bulimia Nervosa." Healthline. Healthline
Publishing, 13 Jan. 2014. Web. Dec. 2015.
<http://www.healthline.com/health/bulimia-nervosa#Overview1>.