Bulimia
Also known as: Bulimia Nervosa
Description
Bulimia is a type of eating disorder where the afflicted person eats large amounts of food, then self-induces Vomiting.
Underlying Cause of Bulimia
Hormones
Bulimia is often caused by impaired secretion of Cholecystokinin (CCK) Hormone that normally induces a feeling of fullness after a meal.
These Substances may Alleviate Bulimia
Amino Acids
Supplemental Tryptophan may help to prevent and treat Bulimia (due to Tryptophan facilitating the production of Serotonin). [1]
Minerals
Bulimia may occur as a result of Zinc deficiency. [2]
Neurotransmitters
Insufficient production of Serotonin may be implicated in Bulimia (indicating that methods which increase Serotonin production may be a worthy treatment for Bulimia). [3]
Prescribed Medications
Imipramine may reduce the frequency of binge eating in Bulimia patients. [4]
Prozac (60 mg per day) may alleviate Bulimia. [5]
Vitamins
Inositol (18,000 mg per day) may alleviate Bulimia. [6]
These Substances may Cause Bulimia
Minerals
Lead poisoning may cause Bulimia. [7]
Bulimia may Cause these Ailments
Nervous System
Bulimia patients may experience Carbohyrate Cravings. [8]
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