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Anorexia

A Fond Farewell

Goodbye and good luck.

Back Pain and Anorexia

A controversial theory.

Insurance Update

There's progress on insurance coverage for anorexics, but there's still a long way to go.

Don't Play The Numbers Game

A respected scientific body has chosen to promote general principles of good nutrition over figures, boding well for anorexics and sufferers of other eating disorders trying to overcome their illness.

Anorexia and Sexual Orientation

Recent studies indicate that while male homosexuals have a greater risk of developing anorexia than their "straight" counterparts, lesbian populations show less incidence of the illness than heterosexual women.

Untreated Anorexics

Disturbing results of a recent poll.

The Trouble With Tables

Over-reliance on standardized weight/height charts can be hazardous to your health. A caveat, an apology, and a new policy.

Anorexia and Vegetarianism

As many as half of all anorexics are vegetarians. There may be a biological basis behind this phenomenon.

Anorexia and Zinc

There is a substantial relationship between zinc deficiency and anorexia, but, as in the case of iron, the relationship is complex, and you should check with your doctor before ingesting any supplements.

Anorexia and Iron

Iron supplementation has improved the health of some anorexics, but don't go popping pills without medical supervision.

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