Learning about eating

Okay, so its been a while since I've posted, but I have a really good reason for that. The big reason is that I'M A STUDENT! Yes, mid-terms, and exams, and quizzes every week are insane, but I am taking precious time(which I would have used doing something productive like playing Scramble on facebook) to post a blog about what I have been learning about in Nutrition for the last few weeks.

We have been learning about eating disorders, which we hysterically call ED. I was very nervous about studying eating disorders, because I happen to know that I have come quite close to having one. Then, we learned about the newest ED that is being diagnosed. It is called Orthorexia.

Orthorexia is where a person becomes obsessed with food. They could be binge eaters, or calorie counters. Counting calories is a major problem with eating disorders. People who count calories become obsessed with food because they tend to memorize nutrition information.

I called my mom as soon as we learned about htis condition. My mom and I probably both have this condition. I don't go a moment through the day not thinking about food. I am always thinking about what I can eat when. My days are planned around when and what I will eat. I plan events so that I won't be home and be tempted to overeat. My obsession with food is upsetting, but I am quite proud on myself for not having another ED. I have all the personality traits for someone with an ED.

People with ED tend to be perfectionist with OCD tendencies. They could be chronic dieters. They are people who try to please everyone and always take responsibility.

Does anyone else think its unfair that people who are sensitive to other people tend to be the ones with major issues? Its is like you punish yourself for being a good person.

My advice to everyone, whether you are overweight, obese, stick thin, vegan, vegetarian, or meat head, DON'T COUNT CALORIES. DON'T JUDGE YOUR HEALTH BY YOUR CLOTHING SIZE. Health is about more than just the size of your weight. I have issues with that idea and I blame it on my personality and dance history, but if you can change your thinking do it.

I gained a few pounds recently and the first thing I noticed was that I was able to pick up my backpack without falling over. I had more strength and agility with only 5 more pounds. Being thin isn't everything. It is finding the healthy middle that is important.