I Hid My Eating Disorder for 6 Years. Being a Man Made It Easy
Summary
A man shares his experience of hiding an eating disorder for six years. His symptoms went unnoticed partly because of stereotypes about men and eating disorders, making it easier to explain away warning signs. Only a few people knew about his illness until he began recovery.Key Facts
- The man experienced anorexia and bulimia over six years.
- At 6 foot 5 and very active, his thinness was seen as natural build or high metabolism.
- His unusual eating habits were dismissed due to assumptions about male behavior.
- He began restricting food with a keto diet while being a serious runner.
- Friends, family, and colleagues rarely questioned or noticed his eating disorder.
- Only three people knew about his illness during this time, including his grandmother.
- Moving away from his grandmother made it easier to hide the disorder.
- His girlfriend became aware of the eating disorder only after he started recovery.
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