"It started with skipping meals to lose a little weight. Soon, I was counting every calorie, avoiding social gatherings, and feeling guilty even after eating small amounts of food. My mind was consumed with numbers on the scale. What I thought was control had taken control of me — I was trapped in an endless cycle of food, fear, and shame."
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect both the body and mind. They are not simply about food, but about deeper struggles with self-esteem, control, emotions, and body image. Left untreated, eating disorders can impact physical health, relationships, and overall quality of life. With the right support, recovery is possible.
Anorexia Nervosa
Characterized by severe food restriction, intense fear of gaining weight, and a distorted body image, often leading to dangerously low body weight and health complications.
Bulimia Nervosa
Involves repeated cycles of binge eating followed by purging through vomiting, laxatives, or excessive exercise, driven by guilt and fear of weight gain.
Binge Eating Disorder
Marked by uncontrolled episodes of overeating without purging behaviors, often leading to shame, guilt, and health risks like obesity and diabetes.
Other Eating-Related Concerns
Includes emotional eating, night eating syndrome, and disordered eating patterns linked to stress, poor self-esteem, or body dissatisfaction.
Signs to Watch For
Obsessive concern about weight, food, or appearance
Skipping meals, extreme dieting, or rigid food rules
Episodes of overeating followed by guilt or secretive behavior
Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals (possible purging)
Excessive exercise despite exhaustion or illness
Physical signs — fatigue, dizziness, hair loss, irregular periods, dental issues
At Jeevaniyam, we understand that eating disorders are not about vanity — they are powerful conditions rooted in emotional, psychological, and social struggles. Our Jeevashakthi approach offers compassionate, multidisciplinary care.
Modern Psychological Care
Evidence-based therapies like CBT for eating disorders (CBT-E), family-based therapy, and individual psychotherapy.
Nutritional & Medical Support
Diet planning, medical monitoring, and gentle nutritional rehabilitation.
Ayurveda & Lifestyle Healing
Herbal remedies, digestive balance, and routines that promote healthy eating patterns naturally.
Holistic Therapies
Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices to rebuild body awareness and self-acceptance.
Family & Peer Support
Involving families in the recovery process and fostering healthier support systems.
AI-Centric Monitoring
Tools for progress tracking, meal planning guidance, and emotional regulation support.
Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder.
They involve food, but are more about emotions, body image, and control.
Yes, though they are more common in girls and women.
Yes, they can lead to serious health problems if untreated.
Yes, with therapy, nutritional guidance, and support.
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