So what is Orthorexia?
Like anorexia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa is a disorder rooted in food restriction. The orthorexic, however, is more concerned about the type and quality of the food intake rather than the restriction. Orthorexia is an unhealthy obsession with eating only healthy or "pure" foods, limiting themselves to organic, farm fresh, vegan or whole foods. Sufferers will frequently cut out entire food groups believing that by eating these foods they will become ill. It appears to be more common now possibly due to the profusion of foods marketed as healthy and organic. An orthorexic often focuses on clean eating, fad diets and the planning of meals so obsessively that their health starts to suffer.
It is believed that this condition is frequently linked to Instagram use. Orthorexia is far more prevalent in females. It isn’t necessarily related to any obsession about their weight - it is more about the need to eat ‘pure’ foods and be healthy.
Orthorexics can begin to obsess over their diet and this begins to control their emotions. Malnutrition may begin as a result of their unbalanced diet.
Treatment of Orthorexia
The good news is there is effective help available by working with me.
I offer a wonderful and highly effective programme where you can learn how to understand why you have the eating disorder and how to change it. When you change the way you think and feel about yourself you can overcome those symptoms and live a happier and more positive life... and it's not difficult!
You will be asked to arrange a free initial consultation before I will proceed with any treatment.
I successfully conduct sessions via Skype, FaceTime, Messenger or Zoom so regardless of where you are in the world I can help you. All you need is an iPad, laptop or PC, a good internet connection, a Skype account (it’s free) and some privacy. Skype can be downloaded for a PC or Mac by clicking on the Skype logo immediately below or, if you have an iPad, going to iTunes and downloading the app.
If you would like to finally feel in control, calm and peaceful, please either email or call me on 0409 254 500 to arrange a free no obligation consultation. We can discuss your options and you will be able to get clear answers on any questions you may have. There is no obligation on either your part or mine!
