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I am recovering from anorexia and am wondering why doctors suggest to eat lots of protein and in small meals?

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Anorexia: anorexia is associated with muscle loss and a diet high in protein help build muscle back.

Answered 2/8/2015

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Could you tell me what are good meals to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner that contain a lot of protein?

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Why does it seem like meal replacement and protein shakes don't fill me up or curb my hunger? I normally don't eat a whole lot, but at times can.

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I am eating balanced diet including healthy food with protein, carbs vitamins etc. Also, I am very active and doing a lot of sport and drinking only water since age 12. I am 5'10 138lbs. Is it okay to eat 1 unhealthy meal (junk food) once in a week?

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What to do if I do not know if it's bulimia or anorexia because i would throw up after my meals and i starve myself a lot. Can I have both maybe?

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