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.
While I was looking around, I noticed that Topamax was one of the treatments used for bulimia. Has anyone had any personal experience with Topamax, and did it help with anything at all?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
The main effect you are looking for? A better sense of what your natural fullness should be. And some people find their attraction towards large amounts of carbs are withdrawn.
The others? Well, confusion to the point of not remembering your own name, eye pain, numbness in the body, feeling like you are in a fog all day, etc...
An alternative to this is Zonegran. It is another AED (anti-epileptic drug) which seems to have that same effect where it helps you recognize your body's sense of fullness. But it tends to have less horrible side effects.
Ask you doctor, but definitely raise the dosages slowly. (Not all doctors have experience in prescribing these meds)