About Saffron Expertise I can answer most questions related to Anorexia and other eating disordered behaviors. I am not a medical professional but have read a tremendous amount of medical and other information related to eating disorders out of curiosity.
Experience My eating disorder started when I was 15. I was anorexic until the age of 27. I went through periods of being less and more anorexic but I did not have a period for 10 years. I was a very high-functioning anorexic. When I hit about 70 pounds I knew I was at a point where I couldn't continue living a normal life (going to work etc.). I did not want to be hospitalized and I knew I was on a downward spiral. I struggled with severe depression and was given a prescription for an anti-depressant. It was not long after that I was really able to think more clearly and did not have the same level of anxiety and believe it or not, I made a choice. I could die or I could live and let go of my need for such control and not care so much how people perceived me and admit that I did not have to be emaciated to look normal as I had convinced myself. My recover started when I was 27 and I've not been "anorexic" since but I don't think one ever becomes totally free in the food and body area as one was before it all started. But I am very healthy now, not underweight and not overweight and eat healthily.
Education/Credentials I have a BA from an Ivy League college but no professional credentials.
Question QUESTION: can it be reversed once u start eating again?????
ANSWER: Hello. It absolutely can fortunately but I would need to know a little more specifically what kind of damage in order to address your question in more detail.
Best,
Saffron
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QUESTION: the damage i have suffered are to my heart, muscles and kidneys
Answer Dear Michelle:
Wow, well that's much more serious. I assume that you've been treated by a doctor given that you know such damage exists. You must consult with your doctor about your heart and kidneys. However, the body has an amazing ability to regenerate and heal. However, this is an area that only a specialist could really address. If you are talking about muscle wasting -well muscle comes back as you renourish your body.
