Posted by Maxime on March 12, 2005, at 16:09:46
In reply to Steinhauer: Guest expert on eating disorders, posted by Dr. Bob on March 11, 2005, at 11:29:30
Dear Dr. Steinhauer:
Thank you for volunteering to answer more questions regarding eating disorders.
I am a 36 year old female who has suffered from anorexia since I was 12. I have always restricted, although I have abused laxative in the past.
Right now I am a normal weight. Yet I am only consuming 500 calories a day. I can't lose weight.
I don't understand how my weight stays the same when consuming so little. I do know that I have ruined my metabolism with my restricting over the years. I also have hypothyroidism ( I take Synthroid).
Is it common for people with eating disorders to develop thyroid problems? Is it possible to eat 500 calories a day and not lose weight? I wish I understood what my body is doing? I also exercise daily.
I am now tempted to start using things like Ephedra and anything else I can get my hands on to lose weight.
I am not asking you to tell me how to lose weight. But if you could explain what you think my body might be doing I would appreciate it.
Kind regards,
Maxime
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