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chew and spit!

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hi there I really struggle with chewing and spitting food. I used to be anorexic but now I am bulimic and I cant stop putting on weight. I constantly pick at foods and without realising it i have eaten loads.
Does anyone else do this if so, do u have any tips on how to stop.
Thanks so much im desperate.
xxx
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I wish I had an answer for you, I use to be really bad at chewing and then spitting but somehow just got away from it I just stopped doing it so much, still do it just not as bad. Wish I had some advice for you. Just wanted to let you know you are not alone in your struggle. Big hugs. Jill
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Did you have meal plans given to you in your anorexic days? You do know that by chewing and spitting you are confusing the bodies processes, and will end up low in all sorts of minerals and vitamins. Now what sort of help are you getting therapy wise?
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Yea, I do it. It's a hard one to fight. If you ever need to vent, I'm out here.
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