The discovery could lead to treatments to help those suffering from body image issues or those with eating disorders, the researchers say.

"There was a point when I couldn't even finish just one paratha in a day."

Plus-sized individuals may be less likely to seek help because of stereotypes around what an anorexic person looks like, experts say.

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Young adults are particularly prone to this form of disordered eating, which is done to offset the caloric gain from heavy drinking.

In a survey of more than 5,000 teens, 12.2% said they had one chew-and-spit episode per week.

A new study found that people with infections such as meningitis were more likely to be diagnosed with anorexia and bulimia.

Craving non-food items is a temporary eating disorder called pica, which primarily affects children and pregnant women.

Pregnant and postpartum women experiencing weight-related stigma are at risk for depressive symptoms, unhealthy eating behaviors, and stress.

Bulimia nervosa is one of the most common psychiatric eating disorders among women.

Though relapse is common, anorexia can be fully cured via treatment and support systems.

Proposed as a disorder in 1997, orthorexia nervosa may lead to consequences like anxiety and malnutrition.

As body ideals have changed, the extremes we take to achieve them haven't.

An unusual number of accidents, self-harm, mental disorders, drug and supplement consumption could be red flags for eating disorders.

A change in how people view food could heal disordered eating and de-prioritize getting skinny.

"These women should be offered extra support."

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