Anorexia Athletica Warning Signs
March 24, 2004
Obsessive dieting
Fear of certain foods
Won’t eat with others
Tries to hide dieting
Desire to keep losing weight when already thin
Compulsive or obsessive exercising; over training
Mood swings; angry outbursts
Menstrual periods stop
Health Consequences
Loss of bone density and osteoporosis; stress fractures
Digestive problems and ulcers
Slowed heart rate and low blood pressure
Dehydration and possible kidney problems
Dry hair and skin, hair loss