I see these girls on TV that do this regularly to keep their weight down. Do they feel immediately hungry again after throwing up, or does this allow them to eat and satisfy their hunger without gaining weight? Sure its bad, but does it actually work to control weight?
2007-04-23 10:44:31 · 8 answers · asked by LanceMiller77 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
It is bad, very bad, and it screws with your metabolism, ultimately making your body unable to regulate itself. Bulimia is a nasty addiction...you get ulcers on your esophogus, rotten teeth, bad breath...all from the bile coming back up. The best way to control weight is to eat healthy (whole grains, cut down on sugars etc.) and get a bit of exercise everyday. Binging and Purging will ruin your life...I'm serious, don't start doing that.
You should try to catch some of the bulimia episodes of this show "Intervention" on A&E (Friday nights). It is really sad and gross what these women do to themselves...it will definitely turn you away from the temptation of starting down that road.
2007-04-23 11:04:50 · answer #1 · answered by historyfan 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't work, one of the side effects to bulimia is weight gain, I was bulimic for 4 years, and was thinner when I started purging than I was when I stopped and got help. I also have a ton of health problems that were caused by it, and I'm only 22. Here is a great site with some information on eating disorders,
http://www.myeatingdisorder.com
You need to focus on eating healthy and getting in some cardio exercise.
Good luck to you
Toni Lynne :)
2007-04-23 20:23:36 · answer #2 · answered by tonilynne 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is not a good way to do anything but make yourself sick in the long run. The only way to loose weight in a healthy manner is to eat better and excercise. Fill your diet with 6 small meals a day that contain lots of fruits, veggies, whole grains, and good protein. By having 6 small meals your body metabolism increases. Use olive oil instead of butter, margerine, and vegtable oil. Limit your sugar intake. Workout at least every other day for at least 45 minutes.
2007-04-23 18:36:57 · answer #3 · answered by CrookedHalo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, bulimia is not an effective weight loss strategy. In fact, the vast majority of pepole suffering from bulimia are average to over weight. The majority of calories are absorbed prior to the purging state. In addition, purging is extraordinarily dangerous due to a number of factors (not the least of which is heart attack due to electrolyte imbalance).
You best bet for weight loss is moderate calorie reduction coupled with moderate stregnth training and cardio.
2007-04-23 17:54:38 · answer #4 · answered by michele 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i used to do this and it really wrecked my stomach lining. i now have an ulcer and a very acidic stomach.. it doesnt make you lose weight but you wont gain any either but you will stink of puke and your teeth will become sensitive and rotten.. there are other healthy ways to diet.. dont go down this self destruct route
2007-04-23 18:04:10 · answer #5 · answered by melissa 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, b/c your body does not have the time to digest the food, so it's as if it never actually got into your stomach. What will happen though, over time the acid from the stomach will erode your tooth enamel and you may loose your teeth completely.
2007-04-23 18:00:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have no idea but even if you lose weight you will have nasty rotten teeth from the acid. Is it really worth being skinny if you look like crap?
2007-04-23 17:49:56 · answer #7 · answered by prettygirl_angel2007 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is an eating disorder and eating disorders are dangerous. Like they can kill you!
Don't do it....
Go for strength training.... Not vomiting....
2007-04-23 18:00:01 · answer #8 · answered by ♥♥The Queen Has Spoken♥♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋