Am I developing an eating disorder?
Usually, I loooove food. And I mean LOOOVEE. But recently I've been feeling kinda grossed out by food. I avoid eating stuff that requires a lot of energy to chew, and I mostly drink clear soups now. Sometimes the thought of "hard" foods such as meat, bread, or even not that hard ones like noodles and tofu, kinda gross me out. I feel like my stomach isn't interested in eating the stuff I usually like to eat and when I think of certain dishes I used to love, I get all nauseous and so I reject eating them. I take a lot of time chewing just one bite and I eat in much lesser amounts than I normally would. I just feel a little concerned because I'm all for food and eating. Heck I'm like a food exhibitionist! Do you guys know if these are related to symptoms of eating disorders? Thank you!! \(^O^)/
Hey @Punpui! If I'm understanding you correctly, it sounds like you enjoy food and don't harbor any ill feelings towards it, but your desire to eat has suddenly disappeared? Can you think of anything that may have caused this? Unfortunately, we aren't qualified here to provide any diagnoses, but it does seem to me that you aren't taking in very many calories as of lately and that could negatively impact your health and wellness if it continues long term. Have you considered speaking with your doctor about what you're experiencing?
I'm honestly not sure. It's like my apetite just disappeared. I would understand if it were during exam periods where I'd be too stressed to eat and lose my apetite, but I think I'm okay so I'm not sure what's causing this. I don't really think a doctor is necessary, I mean I haven't had any negative side effects yet.
Hi @Punpui, is there anything that could have triggered this, and also do you ever get self conscious?
There have been a few things that have been constantly on my mind that I worry about, but nothing too stressful. Yes, I am actually. Quite often, but I don't think that's the reason.
