Anorexia

=ANOREXIA NERVOSA=



- Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder affecting millions of people in the U.S. - It is most common in women, but is rising in men as well.

Symptoms: - Massive weight loss and maintained underweight for age and height. - Extreme fear of gaining weight. - Inability to believe weight or appearance is minimal. - Loss of menstrual periods in women.

Effects: - Slow heart rate and low blood pressure - Bone density is weak. - Muscle loss - Dry hair and skin - Abnormal hair growth to keep body warm.