Bulimia Counseling

How a Bulimic Can Gain Weight

A person suffering from bulimia usually eats large quantities of food at once, called binging, and purges this food a short time after consumption. A bulimic's eating patterns are sporadic and unstructured, often going for long periods without...

Bulimia Treatments

Empty wrappers and food packages. Hidden stashes of junk food and breath mints or gum. A consistent pattern of vomiting after eating, or exercising excessively. In some cases, the use of laxatives. All are signs of bulimia, a potentially...

How to Start a Calorie-Recovering Meal Plan

If you have an eating disorder, a meal plan will aid your recovery -- but you shouldn’t go with just any plan. Successful calorie recovery depends on other important factors that should occur before you begin the meal plan. Always consult...

Important Questions to Ask Teens About Fitness & Nutrition

Fitness and nutrition may not seem like exciting subjects to most teens, but good health in younger years goes a long way toward a longer and healthier life in adulthood. It's important to get teens talking about nutrition and good eating habits....