Anyone else here know the term Orthoexia?
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May not be relevant in the intro forum or any at that. I recently saw a documentary about it. Its a type of eating disorder characterized on being 'healthy' to the extreme. When I watched this I saw a girl who would refuse to eat anything cooked, and if she did she would make herself throw up. Also, a guy who ate no meat, dairy, nothing to do with animals. Just vegetables, fruits, rice, and etc. He thought it would give him cancer if he ate them. (What he said in it)
Have any of you heard about this?
Have any of you heard about this?
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Orthorexia, yes I have heard of it. I have also experienced it. A few years ago I was "orthorexic." I have also been anorexic and bulimic in the past. Orthorexia is widely being recognized as an eating disorder. Eating disorders are classified as a mental illness.
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Thanks! I know some people don't think so. To me it seems scarier than anorexia and bulimia. I was anorexic in my early teens. Not something to mess with.0
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Documentary?0
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You're welcome. Yes, for me, it was the hardest to overcome of the three. You sound like you are in recovery.
I'm glad bc you are right-- it's not a fun road to go down. And, for those that don't believe it's a mental illness, they need to take a psych course or two. Those of use that have experienced it KNOW that it is a mental illness.
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If I spelt it wrong my bad. But yeah, they tapped their disorder and how they deal with it and the process to become healthy.0
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Can you share the link?0
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I actually watched it on True Life, MTV. I'm not sure of the link,but I'm sure MTV does have it, or do a Google search or even YouTube it.0
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If I spelt it wrong my bad. But yeah, they tapped their disorder and how they deal with it and the process to become healthy.
Haha. You should hear me try to pronounce it. I had wisdom tooth surgery and it damaged my nerve, so I have a hard time pronouncing words and this would be one of them.0 -
I think there is a very large population on this site that has orthorexia, honestly.
http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/anorexia-nervosa/news/20001117/orthorexia-good-diets-gone-bad0 -
I think there is a very large population on this site that has orthorexia, honestly.
http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/anorexia-nervosa/news/20001117/orthorexia-good-diets-gone-bad0 -
If I spelt it wrong my bad. But yeah, they tapped their disorder and how they deal with it and the process to become healthy.
Haha. You should hear me try to pronounce it. I had wisdom tooth surgery and it damaged my nerve, so I have a hard time pronouncing words and this would be one of them.0 -
I did a research project on orthorexia a few years ago, it's really interesting to me because people who experience it truly believe they are eating healthy. It's tough to classify because it's sort of a combination of an eating disorder and OCD (but then, in a way all eating disorders are).
I definitely think it's dangerous because the food choices are healthy, but the food restrictions are not. It's also scary because health professionals don't fully understand how to help people who have orthorexia - it's similar but also very different from anorexia and bulimia.
What was the title of the documentary, I'd like to check it out!0 -
how do you know if you have an eating disorder yourself?0
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I did a research project on orthorexia a few years ago, it's really interesting to me because people who experience it truly believe they are eating healthy. It's tough to classify because it's sort of a combination of an eating disorder and OCD (but then, in a way all eating disorders are).
I definitely think it's dangerous because the food choices are healthy, but the food restrictions are not. It's also scary because health professionals don't fully understand how to help people who have orthorexia - it's similar but also very different from anorexia and bulimia.
What was the title of the documentary, I'd like to check it out!0 -
how do you know if you have an eating disorder yourself?
1.)I'd say to an extent we all do, especially when trying to lose weight at our largest. We all have at least once in our life. Rather orthorexia,anorexia,bulimia, etc
2.)You know your body more than anyone else, so that's your call to judge or see a specialist.
I am no specialist in knowing about these into details, just wondered if anyone else knew as well, so I hope I answered your question.0 -
how do you know if you have an eating disorder yourself?
The first time I was committed by my parents- I didn't realize it. Then, with treatment, I learned the signs and all of that. So, when it rears it's ugly head I know that it's old ED.
If you are concerned you have an eating disorder, one of the biggest signs is that you are preoccupied with food constantly. And, I don't mean just an "I'm on a diet" kind of thinking. I mean, day in and out, that's all you think about. You plan your days around how and what you are going to eat or not eat, etc.
Google "How do I know if I have an eating disorder?" and you will find quizzes that can help you determine whether you do or not. If you think you do, I highly recommend seeing a doctor to get help.0 -
Right now, this is not recognized as a mental illness in the field (i'm a psychologist). That being said, call it whatever you want, any sort of calorie restriction/OCD type features around food are dangerous. It's hard to find a balance.0
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Yes. I think that anything that becomes an obsession is certainly damaging to our mental health and could well be damaging to our physical health. Having a "normal" concern about our health and doing things like eating healthfully (and for some people, this might include eliminating certain foods that are deleterious to that individual's health) and exercising are beneficial both mentally and physically. When it becomes obsessive, it becomes pathological.0
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Thank you guys! Its a touchy subject, but I only saw it once and was wondering if anyone else has.0
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May not be relevant in the intro forum or any at that. I recently saw a documentary about it. Its a type of eating disorder characterized on being 'healthy' to the extreme. When I watched this I saw a girl who would refuse to eat anything cooked, and if she did she would make herself throw up. Also, a guy who ate no meat, dairy, nothing to do with animals. Just vegetables, rice, and etc.
Have any of you heard about this?
just vegetables and rice does not seem like he fits the description you gave.0
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