Night eating syndrome: a habit or a disorder?
We all have been through times when we find ourselves hunting for food in the fridge or kitchen cabinets during the odd midnight hours....
Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: An Underrated Disease
What is Atypical Anorexia Nervosa?
Anorexia nervosa is a behavioral disorder that isn't as black-and-white as described in the books. When someone mentions 'anorexia,' all...
Eating Disorders: Exploring the Genetic Connection
Are eating disorders genetic? This fundamental question has sparked considerable interest among researchers and health experts seeking to unravel the complexities of these mental...
Rumination disorder: Causes, symptoms, tests and treatment
Rumination disorder is a behavioral disorder causing regurgitation of either undigested or partially digested food back into the mouth from the stomach. The patient...
ARFID: How does it differ from other restrictive eating disorders?
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is among the common eating disorders in teenagers. A study suggestsNicely TA, Lane-Loney S, Masciulli E, Hollenbeak CS, Ornstein...
Scurvy: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Scurvy is one of the oldest documented diseases in human history and a dietary disorder that severely affects humans. Scurvy observations first appeared 3500...