Recovering Anorexic - I need help.

turielenethnin

turielenethnin

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hi. I'm new here.
I'm a 16 year old Chinese girl.
I weigh 66.5kg (146.3lbs)
I am 1.65m tall (5ft 4in)

I am battling anorexia though I am more ED-NOS (eating disorder not specified) because I'm not underweight. Now that I have decided to go into recovery. I will lose weight healthily and become more healthy physically and mentally.

Because of this screwed up disease, I have a screwed up metabolism and eating habits as well as psychological barriers formed by anorexia. I used to eat 200-500 calories a day, which for my age and activity level is way too low. I want to be healthy. I don't want to starve myself anymore.

I need some help and advice about losing weight healthily. I'm putting on weight now because I am trying to eat more. How do I bring up my metabolism and then successfully lose weight?

I would really appreciate some help because this isn't easy for me.
Thank you very much.
 
I imagine you need to be getting alot of nutrition in what you eat. So, as I always recommend, vegetables and lean meats=protein is what should be the bulk of your diet. In your case, supplements as well, multi-vitamins and such. It takes alot of courage to beat problems like you had, good work and best of luck!
 
I too was there when I was in High school. That was a long time ago and took quite a while to overcome. IT CAN BE DONE AND YOU CAN DO IT! I went to counselling and taught myself about nutrition (mainly fruits, veggies, and fish at first). I, in the weird twist that was my life for a while, I became a cook. Now, I am over weight - but that is due to a twin-pregnancy and being on bedrest 11 years ago.

If you would like help with easy, healthy and lite recipes send me a PM. I will gladly help. Remember, this disease does not define who you are. It something you are strong enough to overcome and, in time, learn from. To this day, my battle with anorexia stands in the forefront of my mind and is something I still deal with. HOWEVER, I am stronger than it and my health is more important than it. YOu are stronger than this as well and worth the fight!
 
I'm also a recovering anorexic ...

with a non specific eating disorder. Your body is stuck in starvation mode from the years of abuse. It's afraid there may not be a next meal. What works for me is lots of little meals that "accidentally" take place and plenty of water, exercise and alternatives, as well as rewards for not starving. Vary your exercise in intensity and length, and do plenty of weight training to not only raise you metabolism, but build bone mass lost during the anorexia.

make everything you consume count until you're body accustoms itself to your food intake while lowering carbs and raising fresh fruits and veggies. I'll try anything once, but being healthy doesn't have to be miserable or hurt. Try new things to find out what you don't hate (I hated everything when I first started.. I had to learn what tasted good and what had the most nutritional value. I've found that often they are one and the same.) I'm a kashi fanatic.. high protein, high fiber, super yummy and easy to snack on so I don't feel like I'm eating. Because when it comes down to it the only thing that really works for me is to constantly shove things in my face and it's really hard to get over 800 calories without freaking out about my intake.

Find what you like, test new things and don't be afraid to eat something naughty if you haven't hit your calories.

If you just really can't face eating that day: DON'T SWEAT IT! I keep protein powder and frozen fruit/ chocolate/ nuts/ candy bars/ coffee/yogurt to blend into it with soy milk or juice. I keep protein water, fruit2O, juice, powdered fiber, cut up veggies and fruit, stuff that makes it feel like I'm not eating. I hide munchies all over and "accidentally" consume something. As long as it's healthy don't be afraid to try it or trick yourself into doing it. Stashing kashi bars in all my purses back packs and drawers mean, even on a bad day, I'll take a bite of something.

The key is not to give up and not to give in! Cut yourself some slack. You're starting over and that's what counts!

Send yourself little notes and hide little thoughts of encouragement with those snack and soon you'll be looking forward to munching on something. Who knows? Someday those snack may turn into meals and a steady weight as well as a healthy lifestyle. I'm still working on it and I still have setbacks where I'm on all juice, fruit or bars, but it gets a little easier every week.

And hey, if all else fails... write me! I'll send you a recipe you won't be able to help but much on!

Good luck!
 
Hello There Sweetie,

I too am a recovering anorexic and bullimic as well. If you want someone to talk to I am here for you, just pm me if you want too. :)
 
I have a tip: eat breakfast, always. You could try eating throughout the day-as soon as your body is hungry(you have to be able to tell when it really, truly needs food for this to work), eat a small amount of something, like fruit, fresh veggies, nuts or yogurt. This keeps your blood sugar level and keeps your brain from telling your body it's being starved(this will make the body slow down your metabolism).
I know this works because I've done it before, but I've been to addicted to losing weight the wrong way to stick to it. I'm finally starting over. I hope everything works out with your plan, and mine, too.
 
Feel free to PM me anytime, too. About 10 years ago at your age, I was doing similar things to myself. I was 5'6" and barely 80 lbs. I was definitely not healthy. You definitely need to slowly up your calories. And the previous poster is right, always eat breakfast. Watch your calories and make sure you are getting enough food. Try for healthier foods to make it more "acceptable" to eat more.

Do anything that works for you to get in more calories. And definitely PM someone or post for help when you're having a bad day. Is there anyone in your daily life that you can ask for help from? Sometimes it's easier when there is someone who you see everyday who will help you be accountable for eating.

Michelle
 
Please seek professional help. This is a serious, serious thing honey and you don't want to mess around with it, as I'm sure many here can tell you.

Stay focused on getting healthy first and foremost. You are not overweight, and need to focus on health before even thinking about losing weight (even in a healthy manner).

I hope you get the help you need and best wishes on your road to recovery. :)
 
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