Bulimia


Bulimia is the consumption of large amounts of food in a short amount of time, followed by selfinduced vomiting to get rid of the calories. Eating disorders are complex problems, and experts do not really know what causes them.

You may be more likely to have bulimia if:
You have a job or do a sport that stresses body size, such as ballet, modelling, or gymnastics.
You are the type of person who tries to be perfect all the time and never feels good enough
You are dealing with stressful life events

Bulimia can lead to serious problems. Acid in the mouth from vomiting can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and loss of tooth enamel. Any type of vomiting can also lead to bone thinning, kidney damage, heart problems, or even death.

Talk to your pharmacist or doctor today about advice on coping with bulimia.