What is Bulimia? I know it's an eating disorder but what kind is it?!


Question: What is Bulimia? I know it's an eating disorder but what kind is it?
I need to know more details and in a simple form.

Answers:

It's when someone overeats
and then vomits to prevent weight gain



Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by restraining of food intake for a period of time followed by an over intake or binging period that results in feelings of guilt and low self-esteem. The median age of onset is 18. Sufferers attempt to overcome these feelings in a number of ways.The most common form is defensive vomiting, sometimes called purging; fasting, the use of laxatives, enemas, diuretics, and over exercising are also common.

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When you throw up to be skinny.

i think that was pretty simple



I believe it's when u make urself puke to try to lose weight




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