Reflection on Eating disorder

 Persistent belief that this is alien to India, may be because of lack of awareness. 

Obsession to keep with trend, is creating toxic environment. 

How can we create a more nurturing environment?

Mirror Mirror on the wall,

How many of us check ourselves in the mirror very often? Check our weight quite often?

Do not downgrade self. 

Disorder is difficult to accept self. 

Don't get ino binge eating but get into discipline and consistency. 

Thought makes the lifestyle. 

What is eating disorder?

Not a disease, It's an obsession of eating more or not at all. It effects physically, emotionally and mentally. 

Better to consult counsellor, or get the Mental health right. 

Types - There are 6 types:

1. Anorexia Nervosa :Starving and weighs 15 person lower and in constant fear of putting on weight, 
2. Bulimia Nervosa : Eat and puke, hide food and eat alone - Constantly dieting but not leasing weight. 
3. Binge Eating: Continuously eating
4. PICA: Eat something not considered food  like chalk, paper, 
5. Rumination Disorder: puking, reswollow and chew, mind game - 
6. Restrictive food intake order: 

Eating Disorder is a serious illness. 

It is not a disease, but it is something we need to be careful about. It is serious. 

Behaviour

It is not just about food. 

1. Body Image - Discipline and consistency
2. Self Esteem
3. Depression
4. External Influences
5. Family related issues
6. Media

Signs and Symptoms

Indicators:

Eating disorders are not just about food. It is psychological, emotional. It has to do with food but not just about food. 

Yes we can come out of eating disorder. 

It might cause amenorrhea, weight loss, vomiting, menstrual irregularities, 

Role of society

A small passing comment can effect someone in a way beyond our imagination. 

Proper health style is important. 

Dietary Intervention - What to include?

Body needs to be nourished. It comes from the needs

Seek support.