Drunkorexia


            “Drunkorexia” is an unofficial term that describes the dangerous combination of alcohol abuse and eating
            disorders – and it’s a fast-growing problem especially among college-age women. Weight-conscious young
            women know that alcoholic beverages are high in calories, so they sometimes try to “save calories” or actually
            starve themselves before a night of drinking.

            However, going without food so you can drink more causes serious health problems such as:

                  • Rapid and dangerous intoxication, resulting in black-outs

                  • Alcohol poisoning

                  • Malnutrition – alcohol has calories, but no nutrients

                  • Weight gain – alcohol upsets the body’s metabolism and inhibits
                    the ability to burn fat

                  • Stomach, pancreas and liver problems

            To prevent these problems, follow the guidelines for moderate
            drinking – up to one drink per day for women and two per day for
            men – and don’t skip the meal if you’re going out for a drink. Food helps in lining the stomach and helps prevent
            many of the health problems mentioned above.



            For more tips on responsible drinking guidelines, see the Domino Strategy. Or get the facts about women and
            the effects alcohol has on them.