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Persistent low BMI in children may be a risk factor for developing anorexia nervosa

Persistent low BMI in children may be a risk factor for developing anorexia nervosa

A new study has found that a persistent low body mass index in children, starting as young as age 2 for boys and 4 for girls, may be a risk factor for the development of anorexia nervosa in adolescence.

1 Feb 2019

Eating disorders affect significant amount of women aged 40-50 years, study finds

Eating disorders affect significant amount of women aged 40-50 years, study finds

In a UK study of 5,320 women, 3% were found to have an active eating disorder in mid-life, a figure higher than expected as eating disorders are primarily associated with adolescence or early adulthood.

17 Jan 2017

Purging disorder - new eating disorder

Purging disorder - new eating disorder

A University of Iowa professor is making a case for a new eating disorder she calls purging disorder.

5 Sep 2007