Eating Disorders
Treatment of Eating Disorders
– Homeopathic Treatment of Eating Disorders
The homeopathic remedy has a dramatically positive effect on the patient. By working to balance appetite and food cravings it balances the entire system, Homeopathy is not just treating the symptoms of the eating disorder. It also works to create equilibrium in the patient. Homeopathic remedies for the treatment of eating disorders are as follows:
- Argentum nit.
- Pulsatilla
- Medorrhinum
- Phosphoric acid
- Pulsatilla
- Sepia
– Acupuncture and Acupressure Treatment of Eating Disorders
Acupuncture treats specific points to balance both emotional and physical energy system. It relieves emotional stress. Acupuncture balances normal and healthy appetite.
– Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Eating Disorders
Psychotherapy can help you learn how to exchange unhealthy habits for healthy ones. Psychotherapy can also help improve your relationships and your mood. Psychotherapy may need to focus on improving patients’ personal relationships and it may involve helping patients get beyond an event or situation that triggered the disorder in the first place. Group therapy also may be helpful. Hypnotherapy is very successful in treating psychological root cause of eating disorders.
– Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Eating Disorders
Medications such as antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications may also help with symptoms of depression or anxiety, which are frequently associated with eating disorders.
– Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Eating Disorders
Kava kava is a calming herb that helps relax the mind and relieve tension. Choose product containing 30 percent kava lactones and take 350 milligrams as needed, up to three times daily.
What is Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are a group of serious conditions in which you’re so preoccupied with food and weight that you can often focus on little else. People with eating disorders often use food and the control of food in an attempt to compensate for feelings and emotions that may otherwise seem over-whelming.
Symptoms of Eating Disorders
- Refusing to eat and denying hunger
- Regularly going to the bathroom right after meals
- Tooth cavities and diseased gums
- Negative or distorted self-image
- Excessively exercising
- Cold or swollen feet and hands
- Flat mood or lack of emotion
- Social withdrawal
- Thin scalp hair
- Dizziness or fainting
- loss of menstruation
- Constipation
- Abdominal pain
- Dry skin
- Irregular heart rhythms
- Low blood pressure
- Dehydration
- Poor memory or judgment
Causes of Eating Disorders
- Psychological and emotional problems
- Genetic factors
- Hormonal abnormalities
- Negative Family Influences
Risk factors of Eating Disorders
- Family history
- Family influences
- Common during the teens and early 20s
- Teenage girls and young women
- Emotional disorders like depression and anxiety
Complications of Eating Disorders
- Death
- Effects on Brain and Central Nervous System
- Heart disease
- Gallbladder disease
- Depression
- Dry skin or scars
- Suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Loss of menstruation
- Bone loss
- Stunted growth
- Seizures
- Digestive problems
- Irregular bowel movements
- Kidney damage
- Severe tooth decay
- High or low blood pressure
- Type 2 diabetes
Diagnosis of Eating Disorders
Diagnosis of eating disorders includes the following tests.
- Physical examination – it includes measuring height and weight, heart rate, blood pressure and temperature; checking the skin for dryness. In addition to a physical exam, you’ll have a thorough psychological evaluation. Your doctor or mental health provider may ask you a number of questions about your eating habits, beliefs and behavior.
- Laboratory tests – blood count (CBC) and urinalysis may be done
- Other tests – X-rays and Electrocardiograms
Precautions & Prevention of Eating Disorders
- Encourage healthy-eating habits
- Regular exercise will help you to stay healthy
- Parents can be big advocates in building healthy body images, self-esteem and lifestyles for their children.
- Health classes in school should teach children about different body types, nutrition, recognizing hunger and the dangers of dieting.
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