Eating Disorders Support Group

Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.

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eldolo 07/20/2012

I never feel hungry anymore, sometimes I have to force myself to eat. I used to love food, but now the thought of eating makes me want to vomit. Whenever I eat something, I think of how ashamed I feel for eating too much even if its a small portion, It just seems like I have so many issues I don't want another one, but I feel like I am either borderline anorexic or anorexic. i'm scared, please give me advice, it would really help to read some opinions. thanks.

deleted_user 07/21/2012

I honestly can't say whether or not you're becoming anorexic, as everyone probably has a bit of a different start. Though, my eating disorder started kind of like you. I got to a point where I was rarely hungry and tended not to eat much. But the thing that really triggered it for me was starting to lose weight, liking it, and wanting to lose more (after struggling with body image stuff for most of my life).

The not being very hungry in itself doesn't necessarily mean you have an eating disorder or are going to get one. There are many other things associated with eating disorders as well that make them a bit more complex than "not eating." I would say maybe try to eat, even if you don't think you're very hungry. Even eating a little is good, as it puts something in your stomach and gives your body energy. Please take care and be careful-- eating disorders are no fun. *hug*

eldolo 07/21/2012

thanks for your help(: i really appreciate it!

ann54 07/21/2012

are you not eating in order to lose weight, or just not hungry? someimes there are many life stressors that cause our bodies to shut down, and it is when we need it the most. i agree with the above, try and eat small meals throughout the day and see ifthat acivates the hunger feeling. in my opinion, if you dont start eating soon, i think a visit to rhe doctor is in order. anorexia is hell, please dont let it fall to that.

eldolo 07/21/2012

I just haven't been hungry, I will try eating small meals throughout the day and see if that helps, thanks for the advice!

deleted_user 07/21/2012

iv learned the cycles of eds can change quickly.... without any warning, if i eat too much my body rejects it, and my metab is all messed up after many years of this... if u cant eat try to keep your fluids and vitamines up...and ty for the friendship...here if you need dear

eldolo 07/21/2012

Thank you I will!

smallgirl3 07/22/2012

yeah try to eat as frequently as possible even though you're not hungry...that might help start kicking your metabolism into gear again. kudos to you for noticing this now, rather than waiting until it became a huge problem! if things continue to get worse please do see a doctor.

eldolo 07/22/2012

Thanks or your advice!!!

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