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Eating Disorders: Anorexia and Bulimia his article is freely available for reprint provided that the resource box at the end of the article is left intact and the article is published complete. Eating Disorders: Anorexia Nervosa and BulimiaThe incidences of eating disorders in our society have been steadily increasing over the last few years. It now occurs in 1 out of every 100 women. Nineteen out of 20 people who suffer from eating disorders are young women between 18 and 25.Studies have found that our social habits and expectations increase the likelihood of the disorder in our young women. The emphasis on outward appearances and thinness are targeted daily through peer pressure and how our society markets its Health and Fitness Products and Services. Yes obesity is definitely a problem in our society, and we have guidelines for Health and Nutrition, but the majority of young women fail to follow the guidelines in an effort to gain immediate gratification or have had abnormal eating habits throughout their lifetime. Anorexia Nervosa:Case Study: Jennifer is 20 years old. She is very attractive and has always been an over achiever. From an early age she prided herself on her figure. She watched her diet, exercised daily and maintained a regiment of self-discipline. She has always been thin, but has never been satisfied with her weight or appearance. She continually strives to lose more weight. She is 5’ 6” and weighs 85 lbs.Jennifer is unaware of the fact that she is undernourished, therefore she sees no problem with her appearance or weight. How does this happen?? Learned behavior has a great deal to do with why this happens. Many young women develop anorexia-like patterns as our society is pressured with the pursuit of thinness. Many women are anorexic based on the eating patterns they have developed by trying to accomplish unrealistic weight goals. Fashion models, long distance runners, women athletes and dancers commonly have anorexia-like traits. 1. An intense fear of becoming obese. Even as they lose more weight. Physical Dangers: A rigorous dieting regime will send the body into starvation mode. Then the physical effects will start to manifest themselves: Thyroid hormones will become abnormal. Adrenal, growth hormones and blood-pressure hormones also become abnormal. Heart functions change. The heart pumps less efficiently, muscles become weak and thin. Heart rhythms many change. Blood pressure levels fall. High levels of Vitamin A and Carotene in the blood. Reduced levels of Protein. An increase in fine body hair, skin dryness and deceased skin temperatures. Brain activity becomes abnormal. Loss of sleep and feeling of never having enough rest. Anorexia Nervosa is hard to diagnose, because almost everyone in our society is in pursuing thinness. Denial and deception are common place for young women with Anorexia, therefore it takes a skilled professional to diagnose Anorexia. BulimiaBulimia occurs in women of all ages, but is more common among those under 30. Bulimia is more common than Anorexia and in males. Only a small percentage of people who are Bulimic show signs of Anorexia.Case Study: Carry is a women in her late twenties, she maintain a normal weight range and obsesses about food. She starves herself then binges, when she has eaten too much she vomits. Carry, like 60% of people with Bulimia, starts to binge after a period of extreme dieting. The most popular binge foods are food that are high in sugar and fat, and are easy to eat in large amounts. (cookies, cakes, ice cream, and bread products) The side effects of the binge eating are swollen hands and feet, bloating, fatigue, headaches, nausea and pain. Physical Dangers: Fluid and Electrolyte imbalances. Abnormal Heart rhythms Kidney dysfunction which can cause bladder infections and kidney failure. Irritation to the pharynx, esophagus, and salivary glands. Erosion of teeth and dental caries. Use of laxatives can cause injury to the intestinal tract. Bulimia has been described as a socially approved method of weight control. Practiced among women in the upper-classes because of social obligations which include many dinners and parties. Both Anorexia and Bulimia are socially generated eating disorders generated by our need for the “perfect image”, resulting in self-destructive eating patterns. Listen to your Body, it is Wiser than you Think. Respect your own unique traits and Diet sensibly. Resources:WebMDhttp://my.webmd.com Eating Disorder Treatment and Helpline National Eating Disorders Association Anorexia and Bulimia Care About the Author Written by Tina M. Rideout, For more information about Health and Fitness visit: Written by: Tina Rideout ### While the articles on this Website were written with great care, errors or omissions may occur. The information is provided "as-is", without any warranty whether expressed or implied. All readers agree to use the information provided on this site entirely at their own risk. The information provided here is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a basis for any form of diagnosis or treatment for any medical condition whatsoever - including eating disorders. If you suspect you or someone you know has an eating disorder, always seek the advice of a professional medical doctor. Eating Disorder Symptoms in the News07/30/2010Flu Vaccines Are Approved and Urged for Most The Food and Drug Administration approved vaccines for the next flu season, and health officials recommend vaccination for everyone 6 months old and older. Flu Vaccines Are Approved and Urged for Most 07/31/2010 Swine Flu Pandemic Hit Children the Hardest Title: Swine Flu Pandemic Hit Children the Hardest Category: Health News Created: 7/30/2010 10:51:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 7/30/2010 10:51:31 AM Swine Flu Pandemic Hit Children the Hardest 07/30/2010 Your New Flu Vaccine Is On The Way, A Little Early Flu season is in full swing in the Southern Hemisphere, with H1N1 the predominant strain in Australia and New Zealand. No one's predicting what our season will look like just yet. Your New Flu Vaccine Is On The Way, A Little Early 07/30/2010 Flu vaccine for under-5s given OK THE suspension of flu vaccine for children under five has been lifted by the after a series of adverse reactions earlier in the year. Flu vaccine for under-5s given OK 07/30/2010 Flu vaccine for under-fives given OK THE suspension of flu vaccine for children under five has been lifted by the Commonwealth's Chief Medical Officer. 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ating disorders include complusive overeating (eating excessively) or eating far too little (overly restrictive eating) or any other compulsion to eat in a manner that upsets or threatens physical health. Eating disorders that are continued over time may have severe consequences on a person's health, including death.