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DISCLAIMER: The pathogenesis of each person's condition is unique, and so the diet must be fit to the individual and the unique root causes of the condition in your body. The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used to treat a medical condition. It is not a substitute for medical care. Please check with your doctor before making any changes to your health and wellness routine.

Balance Your Body with Diet, Herbs, & Lifestyles Having These Biocharacteristics

Everything you eat has an effect on your body, which Ayurveda categorizes in a simple and easy way, using biocharacteristics (gunas). Biocharacteristics are qualities (like cold and hot) that describe the effect a food or herb has on your body. Cooling foods like cucumber, decrease metabolism. Heating foods like chili pepper, stimulate your body and increase metabolism. For 'Compulsive exercising', you should select foods with the following biocharacteristics. Individual results will vary, based on your body type and the root cause of your imbalance.

FOODS TO FAVOR

MATCH WITH YOUR WELLNESS PROFILE

HEAVY

ABOUT HEAVY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.

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Status Unknown

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SWEET

ABOUT SWEET BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

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Ingredients & Herbs Recipes

Status Unknown

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To learn more about the symbols above, click on them. See a complete list of all biocharacteristics.

Strength, Muscle Health:
Ojas

OJAS

Ojas is the essence of healthy tissue, immunity, stable energy and happiness. Substances that improve ojas are recommended after long-term illness, debility, emotional and physical trauma, and even sadness.

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AVOID ACCUMULATION IN STAGE OF DISEASE 0

COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS IN STAGE OF DISEASE 0 - POTENTIAL CAUSE

Potential causes increase and disturb your imbalanced doshas and biocharacteristics, causing them to accumulate and spiral out of control. For example, if you're overheated and eat a chili pepper, heat may become excessive and cause disease. As a dosha or biocharacteristic accumulates in your body according to your dietary and lifestyle habits, it is more and more likely to cause disease. You can reduce an imbalanced dosha or biocharacteristic in two ways, by removing, or lessening the frequency of aggravating causes from your diet and lifestyle, as well as by favoring balancing diet and lifestyle practices. For example, try eating something as cool as a cucumber when you're overheated, instead of a chili pepper. (See all disease stages on JB)

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AGGRAVATES THESE DOSHAS & BIOCHARACTERISTICS

'Compulsive exercising' is likely to aggravate the following doshas and biocharacteristics. If you have a systemic imbalance of one of these doshas or biocharacteristics, Ayurveda would generally recommend removing, substitute or lessen the frequency of 'Compulsive exercising'.

Imbalance Accumulates

Improper food and lifestyle causes balances to accumulate. Ayurveda shows you exactly which doshas and biocharacteristics are likely to accumulate in your body. Once these doshas and biocharacteristics accumulate too much, they will begin to cause imbalance. You can reduce an imbalanced dosha or biocharacteristic by removing things that aggravate it from your diet and lifestyle.
BIOCHARACTERISTICFOODS TO AVOIDDO YOU HAVE THIS IMBALANCE?
VATA MODERATE THESE VATA FOODS IF COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS CAUSING A PROBLEM
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PITTA MODERATE THESE PITTA FOODS IF COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS CAUSING A PROBLEM
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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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 MODERATE THESE CLEAR FOODS IF COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS CAUSING A PROBLEM
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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

LEARN MORE ABOUT LIGHT

 MODERATE THESE LIGHT FOODS IF COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS CAUSING A PROBLEM
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MOBILE

ABOUT MOBILE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.

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 MODERATE THESE MOBILE FOODS IF COMPULSIVE EXERCISING IS CAUSING A PROBLEM
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Biocharacteristics of 1,909 People Reporting Compulsive exercising

On average the biocharacteristics of people reporting Compulsive exercising were less aggravated than 54% of other symptoms. From the 1,909 people who reported Compulsive exercising average deviation in biocharacteristic levels were the following:

BIOCHARACTERISTIC

PERCENTILE

%CASES (#)

#IMBALANCE

Light Sign
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92.9% avg client level
25.8% (493) of cases
9,391 have Light constitution
Bitter
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85.8% avg client level
24.9% (475) of cases
8,626 have Bitter constitution
Astringent
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84.1% avg client level
19.3% (369) of cases
8,068 have Astringent constitution
Causes Vata
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79.1% avg client level
33.5% (639) of cases
11,554 have Vata constitution
Dry
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75.2% avg client level
26.7% (510) of cases
9,009 have Dry constitution
Cold
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74.2% avg client level
22.2% (424) of cases
8,107 have Cold constitution
Sour
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68.8% avg client level
19.3% (369) of cases
7,528 have Sour constitution
Difficult
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47.2% avg client level
29.6% (566) of cases
8,532 have Difficult constitution
Pitta Sign
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42.1% avg client level
27.0% (516) of cases
10,540 have Pitta constitution
Heavy
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28.4% avg client level
19.3% (369) of cases
9,738 have Heavy constitution
Hot
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20.9% avg client level
17.1% (326) of cases
7,949 have Hot constitution
Pungent
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20.6% avg client level
16.8% (321) of cases
6,802 have Pungent constitution
Oily
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17.9% avg client level
18.6% (356) of cases
9,587 have Oily constitution
Sweet
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17.4% avg client level
18.6% (355) of cases
9,650 have Sweet constitution
Kapha
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17.1% avg client level
23.9% (456) of cases
12,745 have Kapha constitution
Gooey
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16.4% avg client level
15.9% (304) of cases
7,069 have Gooey constitution
Toxic
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12.9% avg client level
23.2% (443) of cases
7,099 have Toxic constitution
Salty
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12.3% avg client level
19.5% (372) of cases
7,179 have Salty constitution

Risk Factors of Compulsive exercising

Below you will see general risk factors as well as the greatest risk factors, i.e. those who were also more likely to report Compulsive exercising. Overall, 4.18% of people surveyed reported Compulsive exercising.

SYMPTOM (Cases)

Cases With Both

% Reporting This

Increase from 4.18%

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Feel underweight (2358)
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154 cases with both
6.5% of cases
60% more often
Feel overweight (25362)
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1197 cases with both
4.7% of cases
10% more often
Hyperactive, quick (19615)
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802 cases with both
4.1% of cases
insignificant difference
Fatigue / tired (16721)
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903 cases with both
5.4% of cases
30% more often
Male (1336)
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81 cases with both
6.1% of cases
50% more often
Female (26227)
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1208 cases with both
4.6% of cases
10% more often
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Exercising after eating too much (2548)
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580 cases with both
22.8% of cases
440% more often
Pretend Eating / Playing with Food (461)
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102 cases with both
22.1% of cases
430% more often
Exercising as punishment (2175)
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432 cases with both
19.9% of cases
380% more often
Chewing and spitting food (1294)
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211 cases with both
16.3% of cases
290% more often
Restricting Water Intake (650)
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97 cases with both
14.9% of cases
260% more often
At odds with nationality / culture (212)
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Small number of cases
cases with both
14.2% of cases
240% more often
Exercising when emotional (5575)
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789 cases with both
14.2% of cases
240% more often
Purging Food (2856)
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399 cases with both
14% of cases
230% more often
Exercising more than 1 hour a day (4529)
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597 cases with both
13.2% of cases
220% more often
Anorexia, past or current (4050)
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515 cases with both
12.7% of cases
200% more often
Laxatives to lose weight (2812)
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337 cases with both
12% of cases
190% more often
Bulimia, past or current (3506)
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400 cases with both
11.4% of cases
170% more often
Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image (5887)
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664 cases with both
11.3% of cases
170% more often
Blisters (609)
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68 cases with both
11.2% of cases
170% more often
Scheduling time alone to eat (3314)
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372 cases with both
11.2% of cases
170% more often
Exercising without eating (7501)
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843 cases with both
11.2% of cases
170% more often
Self Mutilation (1881)
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207 cases with both
11% of cases
160% more often
Pus in stool (292)
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Small number of cases
cases with both
10.3% of cases
150% more often
Manic / giddy (2385)
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244 cases with both
10.2% of cases
140% more often
Stole food or money to buy food (1041)
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104 cases with both
10% of cases
140% more often
Diuretics to lose weight (2085)
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208 cases with both
10% of cases
140% more often
Trauma-induced overeating (1603)
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160 cases with both
10% of cases
140% more often
Exercising 6+ times per week (6093)
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609 cases with both
10% of cases
140% more often
Dysentery (203)
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Small number of cases
cases with both
9.9% of cases
140% more often
Like constant adventure / excitement (4985)
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488 cases with both
9.8% of cases
130% more often
Fasting during daytime hours / bingeing at night (5367)
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524 cases with both
9.8% of cases
130% more often
Vomiting (1149)
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112 cases with both
9.7% of cases
130% more often
Panic about size, shape or weight (6563)
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637 cases with both
9.7% of cases
130% more often
Burning sense of shame (3769)
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353 cases with both
9.4% of cases
120% more often
Pain relieved by exercise (1996)
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183 cases with both
9.2% of cases
120% more often
Slow Heartbeat (1851)
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171 cases with both
9.2% of cases
120% more often
At odds with local community (1665)
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153 cases with both
9.2% of cases
120% more often
Self-loathing (6841)
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628 cases with both
9.2% of cases
120% more often
Uncontrollable compulsion to eat (4198)
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376 cases with both
9% of cases
120% more often
Orangish skin (495)
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44
Small number of cases
cases with both
8.9% of cases
110% more often
Need constant social activity (1756)
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154 cases with both
8.8% of cases
110% more often
Buy food for others then eat it (2759)
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244 cases with both
8.8% of cases
110% more often
Preoccupied with sex / lust (2530)
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221 cases with both
8.7% of cases
110% more often
Binging more than 1x monthly (5063)
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438 cases with both
8.7% of cases
110% more often
Fainting (2169)
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184 cases with both
8.5% of cases
100% more often
Pale menstrual blood (461)
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39
Small number of cases
cases with both
8.5% of cases
100% more often
Eat when abdomen painful (2767)
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235 cases with both
8.5% of cases
100% more often
Hide food (3231)
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274 cases with both
8.5% of cases
100% more often
Drinking coffee to replace food (7337)
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627 cases with both
8.5% of cases
100% more often
Preoccupied with food (5772)
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487 cases with both
8.4% of cases
100% more often
Acne - painful (1966)
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163 cases with both
8.3% of cases
100% more often
Smoking to suppress appetite (3891)
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324 cases with both
8.3% of cases
100% more often
Sweet taste on tongue (1286)
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106 cases with both
8.2% of cases
100% more often
Recent weight loss (1516)
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124 cases with both
8.2% of cases
100% more often
Not smart enough (1117)
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92 cases with both
8.2% of cases
100% more often
Unheard / misunderstood (1519)
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125 cases with both
8.2% of cases
100% more often
Tight clothing / belts (3919)
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321 cases with both
8.2% of cases
100% more often
Dilated Pupil (518)
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Small number of cases
cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Ringworm (712)
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58 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Vengeful / spiteful (383)
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31
Small number of cases
cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Homesick (2646)
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215 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Joint pain after eating (712)
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58 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Search for perfect bite (3999)
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323 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Frequent baking (2956)
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238 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Preoccupied with healthy eating (10868)
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876 cases with both
8.1% of cases
90% more often
Burning / painful urination (1010)
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81 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Pain relieved by doubling over (2537)
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202 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Chest Pain (2589)
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208 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Oppressed / disempowered (3669)
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292 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Hyperactive when stressed (5530)
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440 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Feel like a failure after overeating (9279)
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738 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Trips to food stores daily (4340)
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347 cases with both
8% of cases
90% more often
Abdominal pain relieved by eating (1562)
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123 cases with both
7.9% of cases
90% more often
Hopeless (730)
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58 cases with both
7.9% of cases
90% more often
Tight/tense abdomen (2454)
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193 cases with both
7.9% of cases
90% more often
Can't stop eating once I start (4901)
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385 cases with both
7.9% of cases
90% more often
Spending all day in the kitchen (3076)
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242 cases with both
7.9% of cases
90% more often
Fever (Current) (294)
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Small number of cases
cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Red sclera (white part of eyes) (1249)
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97 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Illegal Drugs (marijuana, cocaine, etc) (3536)
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277 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
House hot (2856)
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222 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Impulsive / extroverted (5201)
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405 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Body Checking (12680)
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990 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Preoccupied with size, shape or weight (12085)
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938 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Pain on left side above heart (1752)
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136 cases with both
7.8% of cases
90% more often
Solid foods aggravate abdominal pain (1417)
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109 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Pain relieved by arching / twisting (2938)
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226 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Bluish nail-beds (2239)
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173 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Workaholic (5855)
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450 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Bulky muscles (2089)
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161 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Eating vegetables to suppress hunger (9352)
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716 cases with both
7.7% of cases
80% more often
Thin tongue (986)
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75 cases with both
7.6% of cases
80% more often
Heaviness in heart area (2680)
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205 cases with both
7.6% of cases
80% more often
Uneasy when food unavailable (4533)
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343 cases with both
7.6% of cases
80% more often
Tarry black stools (1494)
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112 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often
Even liquid foods aggravate abdominal pain (1126)
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85 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often
Recurrent Vomiting (817)
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61 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often
Abdominal pain continuous (1145)
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86 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often
Pain sudden onset (3992)
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301 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often
Poor discernment of temperature (1393)
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105 cases with both
7.5% of cases
80% more often

Complications of Those Reporting Compulsive exercising

People who report Compulsive exercising were likely to report the following:

REPORTS

CASES WITH BOTH

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Exercising after eating too much
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580 cases with both
+5.5 times more likely
30% of cases
5.47% (2,548 cases)
Exercising as punishment
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432 cases with both
+5.2 times more likely
23% of cases
4.43% (2,175 cases)
Pretend Eating / Playing with Food
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102 cases with both
+3.4 times more likely
5% of cases
1.48% (461 cases)
Chewing and spitting food
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211 cases with both
+3.2 times more likely
11% of cases
3.47% (1,294 cases)
Exercising when emotional
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789 cases with both
+3.1 times more likely
41% of cases
13.22% (5,575 cases)
Purging Food
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399 cases with both
+3.0 times more likely
21% of cases
7.06% (2,856 cases)
Prolonged bleeding when cut (Poor clotting)
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90 cases with both
+2.9 times more likely
5% of cases
1.74% (1,259 cases)
Anorexia, past or current
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515 cases with both
+2.9 times more likely
27% of cases
9.45% (4,050 cases)
Exercising more than 1 hour a day
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597 cases with both
+2.7 times more likely
31% of cases
11.43% (4,529 cases)
Exercising without eating
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843 cases with both
+2.6 times more likely
44% of cases
16.67% (7,501 cases)
Bulimia, past or current
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400 cases with both
+2.5 times more likely
21% of cases
8.43% (3,506 cases)
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Restricting Water Intake
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97 cases with both
+2.5 times more likely
5% of cases
2.02% (650 cases)
Blisters
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68 cases with both
+2.4 times more likely
4% of cases
1.68% (609 cases)
Exercising 6+ times per week
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609 cases with both
+2.3 times more likely
32% of cases
14.07% (6,093 cases)
Body dysmorphia / Distorted self-image
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664 cases with both
+2.1 times more likely
35% of cases
16.44% (5,887 cases)
Vomiting
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112 cases with both
+2.1 times more likely
6% of cases
2.82% (1,149 cases)
Self Mutilation
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207 cases with both
+2.1 times more likely
11% of cases
5.17% (1,881 cases)
Restricting Food Intake
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1125 cases with both
+2.1 times more likely
59% of cases
28.12% (15,613 cases)
Laxatives to lose weight
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337 cases with both
+2.1 times more likely
18% of cases
8.63% (2,812 cases)
Manic / giddy
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244 cases with both
+1.9 times more likely
13% of cases
6.75% (2,385 cases)
Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps
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778 cases with both
+1.9 times more likely
41% of cases
21.59% (13,471 cases)
Slow, heavy digestion
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815 cases with both
+1.9 times more likely
43% of cases
22.89% (21,898 cases)
Scheduling time alone to eat
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372 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
19% of cases
10.44% (3,314 cases)
Like constant adventure / excitement
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488 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
26% of cases
14.29% (4,985 cases)
Workaholic
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450 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
24% of cases
13.24% (5,855 cases)
Sweet taste on tongue
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106 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
6% of cases
3.36% (1,286 cases)
Pain relieved by doubling over
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202 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
11% of cases
6.2% (2,537 cases)
Pain relieved by exercise
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183 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
10% of cases
5.65% (1,996 cases)
Artificial sweeteners
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580 cases with both
+1.8 times more likely
30% of cases
17.04% (8,589 cases)
Trauma-induced overeating
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160 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
8% of cases
4.62% (1,603 cases)
Diuretics to lose weight
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208 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
11% of cases
6.42% (2,085 cases)
Smoking to suppress appetite
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324 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
17% of cases
9.99% (3,891 cases)
Hyperactive, quick
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802 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
42% of cases
24.83% (19,615 cases)
Stole food or money to buy food
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104 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
5% of cases
2.96% (1,041 cases)
Burning sense of shame
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353 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
18% of cases
10.82% (3,769 cases)
Fasting during daytime hours / bingeing at night
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524 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
27% of cases
16.26% (5,367 cases)
Panic about size, shape or weight
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637 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
33% of cases
19.92% (6,563 cases)
At odds with local community
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153 cases with both
+1.7 times more likely
8% of cases
4.83% (1,665 cases)
Slow Heartbeat
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171 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
9% of cases
5.47% (1,851 cases)
Irregular/small appetite
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736 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
39% of cases
23.81% (20,509 cases)
Feel guilty when skip exercise
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1312 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
69% of cases
42.31% (18,003 cases)
Eating after midnight
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281 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
15% of cases
9.2% (3,846 cases)
Fainting
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184 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
10% of cases
6.15% (2,169 cases)
Acne - painful
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163 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
9% of cases
5.56% (1,966 cases)
Abdominal pain continuous
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86 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
5% of cases
3.09% (1,145 cases)
Pain sudden onset
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301 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
16% of cases
9.9% (3,992 cases)
Sunken chest, ribs showing
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382 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
20% of cases
12.4% (9,675 cases)
Solid foods aggravate abdominal pain
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109 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
6% of cases
3.75% (1,417 cases)
Seizures
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31 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
2% of cases
1.25% (452 cases)
Self-loathing
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628 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
33% of cases
20.63% (6,841 cases)
Chest Pain
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208 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
11% of cases
6.96% (2,589 cases)
Poor discernment of temperature
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105 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
6% of cases
3.82% (1,393 cases)
Bluish nail-beds
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173 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
9% of cases
5.76% (2,239 cases)
Uncontrollable compulsion to eat
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376 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
20% of cases
12.89% (4,198 cases)
Swollen lymph nodes - hips
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67 cases with both
+1.6 times more likely
4% of cases
2.58% (899 cases)
Binging more than 1x monthly
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438 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
23% of cases
14.86% (5,063 cases)
Lose weight easily
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468 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
25% of cases
16.19% (13,037 cases)
Bright red tongue
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152 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
8% of cases
5.19% (2,039 cases)
Preoccupied with sex / lust
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221 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
12% of cases
7.8% (2,530 cases)
Pain relieved by arching / twisting
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226 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
12% of cases
7.81% (2,938 cases)
Tongue frothy on edges
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54 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
3% of cases
1.96% (739 cases)
Pain relieved by pressure
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163 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
9% of cases
5.91% (2,280 cases)
Thin tongue
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75 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
4% of cases
2.63% (986 cases)
Lack of Freedom / Independence
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531 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
28% of cases
18.42% (7,548 cases)
Buy food for others then eat it
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244 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
13% of cases
8.6% (2,759 cases)
Tight clothing / belts
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321 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
17% of cases
11.26% (3,919 cases)
Sore eye muscles
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164 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
9% of cases
5.97% (2,328 cases)
Stress under-eater
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491 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
26% of cases
17.27% (6,634 cases)
House hot
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222 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
12% of cases
7.99% (2,856 cases)
Need constant social activity
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154 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
8% of cases
5.33% (1,756 cases)
Feel unhealthy when skip exercise
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1220 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
64% of cases
42.65% (17,772 cases)
Strong desire to exercise
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1233 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
65% of cases
43.51% (17,654 cases)
Tarry black stools
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112 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
6% of cases
4.02% (1,494 cases)
Food Poisoning
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75 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
4% of cases
2.68% (1,032 cases)
Pain on left side above heart
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136 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
7% of cases
4.69% (1,752 cases)
Drinking coffee to replace food
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627 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
33% of cases
22.19% (7,337 cases)
Abdominal pain worse after eating
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285 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
15% of cases
10.09% (3,850 cases)
Recent weight loss
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124 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
6% of cases
4.04% (1,516 cases)
Currently/recently on a diet
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680 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
36% of cases
24.25% (11,960 cases)
Recurrent Vomiting
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61 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
3% of cases
2.03% (817 cases)
Pressure in eye
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170 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
9% of cases
6.09% (2,299 cases)
Overwhelmed by responsibilities
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1170 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
61% of cases
41.32% (19,304 cases)
Illegal Drugs (marijuana, cocaine, etc)
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277 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
15% of cases
10.18% (3,536 cases)
Body Checking
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990 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
52% of cases
35.36% (12,680 cases)
Pain with sense of fullness
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344 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
18% of cases
12.26% (4,736 cases)
Search for perfect bite
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323 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
17% of cases
11.6% (3,999 cases)
Feel underweight
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154 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
8% of cases
5.47% (2,358 cases)
Location of abdominal pain moves
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377 cases with both
+1.5 times more likely
20% of cases
13.68% (5,432 cases)
Dilated Pupil
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42 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
2% of cases
1.38% (518 cases)
Ringworm
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58 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
3% of cases
2.07% (712 cases)
Preoccupied with food
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487 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
26% of cases
17.94% (5,772 cases)
Frequent Nose Bleeds
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107 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
6% of cases
4.14% (1,500 cases)
Heaviness in heart area
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205 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
11% of cases
7.6% (2,680 cases)
Abdominal pain relieved by rest
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281 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
15% of cases
10.41% (4,012 cases)
Skip meals more than 2x/week
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999 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
52% of cases
36.1% (15,623 cases)
Abdominal pain relieved by eating
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123 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
6% of cases
4.17% (1,562 cases)
Frequent Nausea
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351 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
18% of cases
12.57% (5,021 cases)
Hide food
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274 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
14% of cases
9.78% (3,231 cases)
Joint pain after eating
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58 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
3% of cases
2.1% (712 cases)
Family prevents career development
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262 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
14% of cases
9.83% (3,992 cases)
Homesick
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215 cases with both
+1.4 times more likely
11% of cases
7.73% (2,646 cases)

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