Nutrition

Lathyrism: A Neurological Disorder from Grass Pea

Lathyrism is a neurotoxic disease that occurs due to the consumption of large amounts of legumes, especially Lathyrus sativus (the grass pea). Beta-ODAP (beta-N-oxalyl-L-alpha,beta-diaminopropionic acid) is the main toxin. This...

Ageusia : Exploring the World of Taste Loss

What is Ageusia? Aguesia is a condition characterized by a complete loss of taste function of the tongue. This is an uncommon condition that is...

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...