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I am in college and am currently about 5'8" and 100 lbs. I need to gain as much weight as possible before I go home and see my family in one week. I will have to see my doctor and I want to avoid hospitalization, so I was looking to gain at least 15-20 lbs. this week. Is this wrong? What are the best foods to eat or does it matter? I know that my body needs some of this fat, but is this too much?
Any type of rapid weight gain or loss is dangerous. It strains your body and is usually very temporary. You need to come clean with your family; you are only as sick as your secrets. I'm sure they love you and are concerned about you and just want to help. As soon as you let them in you can receive that help.
Best,
Melissa
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Answers by Expert:
Melissa
Expertise
I battled anorexia and bulimia for 6 years. I am not a doctor, but I learned a lot about the mental, emotional, and physical aspects of having an eating disorder and how scary it is to feel like you are alone in your illness. You are not alone. I can answer questions based on my experience with anything relating to anorexia and/or bulimia. I can provide information on treatment options, some specific treatment centers, resources that may help you find a treatment center, and my opinion on all of the above. I was a patient at a few outpatient and inpatient programs so I am happy to answer questions about those experiences. I am not affiliated with any of the resources I may provide. It’s strictly my opinion based on my experiences. I can NOT answer medical questions. I will NOT answer questions on how to become anorexic or bulimic or how to lose weight in an unhealthy matter.
Experience
I have recovered from a six year struggle with both anorexia and bulimia. I hope my experiences and the time I spent in and out of treatment will encourage others to never give up. I never thought I would or could recover because I couldn’t picture myself ever having a normal relationship with food. Since then, I have grown and learned that I can overcome what I once thought was impossible. Hold on to the idea that recovery is attainable!
Education/Credentials
I am attending college for an unrelated degree.
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