Bulimia, Nutrition FAQ

Struggling with Body Image: A Teen's Journey to Healthy Weight Loss

Always feeling like I'm not thin enough? Hello, I am a girl transitioning from middle school to high school. I am 160 cm tall and previously weighed 53 kg. I am determined to lose weight and have now reduced my weight to between 45 and 46 kg. However, my menstrual period has...

Dr. Jiang Yu Reply:
Currently, middle and high school girls often blindly pursue the slender beauty of models. In reality, improper weight loss can lead to issues such as malnutrition, anorexia, and bulimia, with amenorrhea being one of the most common consequences. For a height of 160 cm, the ideal...

Struggling with Weight Loss: Nutrition Tips for Busy Students

Weight loss help Hello, doctor. I am currently in the 9th grade, 167.5 cm tall and weigh 60-61 kg. I am unable to lose weight and constantly feel hungry, especially during winter when academic pressure prevents me from exercising. I can only rely on my diet. What should I do? It&...

Dr. Jiang Yu Reply:
You may need to pay attention to whether eating disorder issues are occurring, such as bulimia nervosa, which is common among young women.

Understanding Eating Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, and Self-Help Strategies

Eating Disorders Hello, nutritionist: I have been on a weight loss journey for over five months, using methods such as reducing caloric intake, exercising extensively, and taking laxatives. Recently, my weight has stabilized at a standard level but has stopped decreasing, and I h...

Dr. Xie Huimin Reply:
Evelyn: Hello! I apologize for the delayed response. First, I would need to know your height and weight. Generally, if your weight is not excessively overweight, I recommend a gradual weight loss approach. Using laxatives is not a normal method for weight loss, as it can harm you...