Metabolism after anorexia

[kira697]

I used to have a fast metabolism and eat lots of food.I had anorexia for a year and had a bmi of 14 when I sought help.Now,a year later,I have a bmi of 18.
A year ago,a nutrionist told me that when I would have a bmi of 18 I would need at least 2000 calories a day.But I eat 1800 calories a day now and I'm still gaining weight.I don't understand what's wrong.Did anorexia mess up my metabolism or could it be something else?

P.S.I'm 5'3 and walk 90 minutes a day.

Thank you for your help.

 

[IreneAdler]

I do know that it puts you in starvation mode that changes your body to preserve every calorie, every minescule amount of energy it can. I'm not sure how long it takes to go back or if it can get "stuck". I know that I struggle with weight gain after my bouts with anorexia. Part of my anxiety is psychological because gaining weight is painful for me, and then there are the few times it's actually been a BMI issue, where I turn into a bad weight for my height. I'm sorry I can't give you more answers but I do want you to know someone's been there and it sucks and it's hard.

 

[kira697]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my question.

 

[RuthD]

I've also had a problem with weight issues. My weight would not move for a month sometime. I'm pretty sure you can get caught up but you just need patience. It's hard I know. I am praying for you. Seeing a counselor could help. All the best to you.

 

[blessedmomof5]

yup no metabolism after ana, every bite you take gets stored........ok maybe i am not the one to be helping here.....

 

[sennydell]

Return to eat normally. Do not deprive your body is actually slowing down your metabolism. Follow a healthy diet and balance your proteins, fats, sugars and starches.

 

[GodsGirl25]

Yeah... I struggled with and eating disorder for 10 years and it's way easier for me to gain weight now than it was before. It feels like I can eat normal amounts and food like everyone and gain as much weight as if I were eating junk food every day. But I've only been eating somewhat normal for about 2 years so I still believe that as I eat better and better that God will completely restore my metabolism. He can make it happen for you, too!

 

[Oddish]

You could try green tea, it speeds up the metabolism.