In our weight-conscious, “thin is in” society, the super-fit are praised and admired. But some of the people who look the healthiest could actually be the sickest.
“There is such a thing as too much exercise. Up to 11 million Americans annually suffer from eating disorders, according to the National Eating Disorders Association. Of those diagnosed with bulimia, more than 80 percent of them use excessive exercise to control their weight, according to a 1999 study.” [Source: The Oakland Tribune]
Sometimes called “exercise bulimia,” this disorder is marked by an extreme obsession with or dedication to exercise. Symptoms include co-dependency, obsessive compulsive tendencies, anxiety, and extreme weight loss.
Posted By: Stefanie Hamilton
