Recovering from Bulimia: A Guide to Breaking Binge-Purge Cycles

Binging and purging or bulimia can cause health complications and even death. If you are suffering from bulimia or another eating disorder, follow these steps back to a normal, healthy life.

Instructions

• 1

  Take note of what stresses you. Stress is the number one cause of binging and purging. Write down your stressors and avoid them.

• 2

  Eat when you are hungry. If you avoid eating for long periods, you might binge later. Eating three regular meals daily can help stop binging and purging.

• 3

  Slow down when you eat. Sometimes we eat too fast because we have to get to work or visit friends. Plan your time so that you can eat your meal slowly and digest properly.

• 4

  Ask a friend to join you. A partner can distract you from continually thinking about food. Your social interaction can help prevent a binge and purge cycle from starting.

• 5

  Be honest. If you are invited to events that might stress you, say no. Once you start using your honest voice, you will learn to respect and treat yourself better.