My mom and almost all of my close friends say that I weight way to little for my height. Im 5-7 and 110. But I feel like im extremely not, more completely opposite of skinny could be. But im a guy. Can I be? I mean I will eat maybe the equivalent of 1 full meal in about 36 hours. Im full when I do eat and it isnt even that much food. Not too mention I feel extremely guilty when I do eat. Is this healthy? I feel fine but im told otherwise.
2006-12-28 18:40:49 · 7 answers · asked by machinesthoge@sbcglobal.net 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
You are definitely underweight by any standard, and if you feel that you are larger than you are you may be suffering from distorted body image, possibly Body Dysmorphic Disorder. Your stomach has become accustomed to not having much food in it at any given time; this is why you feel full after eating only a small amount of food. With your caloric intake being so low, you are depriving your body of the things it needs to survive. If you feel guilty after eating, even small amounts, you are likely suffering from disordered eating, and quite possibly anorexia.
It's becoming more and more common for men to have eating disorders, so you should know that you aren't a freak and you aren't alone. It's really important that you seek treatment as soon as possible, because anorexia can progress really rapidly, and take over your life completely before you even know it. There's a 'point of no return' where all your logic and value for your own life disappears... trust me that it's not worth it. Anorexia is more addictive than any drug. I recommend that you see your doctor and tell him/her what's going on and he/she will probably refer you to a specialist, who will be able to help you recover from your diseased thinking and eating patterns.
Good luck in seeking treatment... if you truly suffer from disordered eating you have to stop it before it gets out of control. It will completely destroy your life. You'll be in my thoughts, and I'm wishing you well in seeking health.
2006-12-28 19:17:08 · answer #1 · answered by tiggywinkle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being guilty after you eat is not healthy, i only feel sad for my teeth, but seriously you should start eating, because 1 meal every 36 hours is not healthy and i have no idea how you do that. Eat three meals a day and exercise, you will not get fat or obese, i am 7 inches shorter than you and i weigh the same as you so you should be concerned and change your habits because it is not healthy.
2006-12-28 18:51:21 · answer #2 · answered by koma2191 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know if you're anorexic...but it does sound like you have some issues with eating and food. We need to eat to survive, if you truly feel guilty because you are eating one full meal every 36 hours, I'd say it's time to contact a proffessional for some advice and counseling.
2006-12-28 18:49:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should definitely talk to a specialist. From what you have said it sounds that it could be very likely. Not really the amount that you said you eat, but the fact that you feel guilty.
2006-12-28 18:51:00 · answer #4 · answered by wufoo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eating disorders are NOT just for women. There are many guys out there with eating disorders. It sounds like you may be anorexic. If your friends are worried, maybe you should talk to a professional.
2006-12-28 18:50:24 · answer #5 · answered by meeples 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would see a doctor. your friends and mom would know better than you if you are in an odd state of mind you need to eat more and consult a nutritionist and a psych doc.
2006-12-28 18:51:45 · answer #6 · answered by bassrocker416 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see a doctor...
you can be anorexic too!
2006-12-28 18:49:06 · answer #7 · answered by SophVanMad 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋