What is bulimia?

Bulimia is an eating disorder in which a person eats huge amounts of food and then "purges" by forcing him/herself to vomit, abusing laxatives or diuretics, having enemas, or exercising obsessively to lose the excess calories from the food. Eating disorder bulimia has really serious health risks, and a lot of bulimics also become anorexic.

What is anorexia?

Anorexia or anorexia nervosa (ann-or-EX-ee-ah ner-VOH-sah) is a dangerous condition in which a person eats such a small amount of food that she/he could actually starve to death. Anorexia usually starts around puberty, and usually involves extreme weight loss.

People who are anorexic may look in a mirror and see themselves as fat even if they are very underweight for their height.

What is a migraine?

A migraine is a severe headache usually on one side on the head that is accompanied by an upset stomach or sensitivity to light or sound. Doctors don't know exactly what causes migraines, but they seem to be caused by changes in blood flow to the brain. Common triggers that can lead to a migraine include food, light, stress, sleep changes, caffeine, nicotine, and medication. Although migraines can affect anyone, 75% of migraine sufferers are women.

Over-the-counter headache medicines can be effective for mild-to-moderate migraines. Doctors can prescribe stronger medicines for severe problems.

Why do people fart?

A fart (flatulence) happens when your body gets rid of excess gas or air through the rectum. Gas builds up from the action of bacteria on undigested food, and air is swallowed while eating.

While everyone has to fart, it can be somewhat controlled. Eat slower so you swallow less air. Don't chew gum, which makes you swallow air. Cut down on sodas that produce gas. Substitute another high-fiber food for major gas creators like beans or corn. Exercise also helps.