Will being anorexic kill you?

There are lines, and the best I can say is that anything excessive is bad for you. It’s bad too be anorexic, and it can kill you, but forcing yourself to eat is just as bad. That’s how people get fat: they can’t distinguish the difference between needing to eat and wanting to eat. For example, if you smell warm cookies, do you need to eat them or do you just want to? You’re on the right track if you can tell but don’t lie to yourself about your hunger. If you’re hungry, eat. It’s been said that if you just eat when you’re hungry, you’ll end up losing more weight. As for your friend, she does need help, hands down. You’re right. But you can’t do this on your own. Try talking to her parents about the issue, and your parents, too. Make it clear that you’re perfectly fine, but she isn’t. Work together to find a way to help, such as counseling. But don’t tell her. Most anorexics deny their problem until it’s too late and they’re in mortal danger. They’ll just say they’re not hungry, or that they’re on a diet. They also become really touchy about the subject of eating. If she finds out before it starts, she will probably put up a fight. But you’ve got your heart in the right place, and I’m sure she’ll appreciate your help later. Fun mail me!