Disordered eating

Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder is often misunderstood as extreme picky eating. But for millions of children, it’s a serious condition with real consequences for growth, nutrition and daily life. A new study shows how ARFID can be treated.

Research has linked the use of diet and fitness apps to problematic eating habits and body image issues. It highlights the fine line that exists between using these apps for motivation and using them to perpetuate potentially dangerous behaviors.