Description
Bulimia is a disease of the Mind.
It is a Psychiatric Disorder. A person goes on an eating Binge and then tries to lose weight by fasting or other unhealthy ways.
Bulimia is of two types
Binge : A person eats and eats. Then he tries to reduce weight. He indulges in Excessive Exercise. He fasts. He goes on a diet.
Purging : A person vomits his food just after eating. He misuses laxatives and or Purgatives. He takes diuretics to rid himself of water in the body. In the bargain, he damages his Teeth. Teeth may be discoloured. His Salivary Glands may swell. He must shit after every meal.
Causes of Bulimia
Genetics
Depression
Social Pressure
Psychiatric Problem
If not treated properly, Bulimia may cause
Weakness
Drug Abuse
Dehydration
Gum Diseases
Differential Diagnosis : Bulimia is a Psychiatric Disorder like Anorexia.
In Anorexia a person does not eat food of the fear of gaining weight. It is a loss of appetite and an eating disorder. It is dealt with separately on this portal.
Materia Medica for Bulimia
Single Herb Make infusion of the dried flower of Linden Blossom. Have two glasses two times a day.
Prepare a root decoction of Valerian. Have a glass once a day.
Put the dried leaves of Lemon Balm in a jar. Add hot water to it. Leave it for half to one hour. Drink a glass once a day.