19 September 2000 Anorexia and Vegetarianism As many as half of all anorexics are vegetarians. There may be a biological basis behind this phenomenon. 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. 22 August 2000 Anorexia and Iron Iron supplementation has improved the health of some anorexics, but don't go popping pills without medical supervision. 8 August 2000 Anorexia and Women of Color Conventional wisdom says that anorexia nervosa is largely a white, Western girl's problem.
Recent evidence suggests otherwise.
Compelling anecdotal evidence suggests an association between advanced degrees and eating disorders, but that is no reason for giving up on your dreams. Recent news reports indicate that anorexics viewing nude photographs of themselves have shown improved body image and eating habits. If you like horses and the outdoors, this could be just the ticket to getting your recovery up and running. This important topic cries out for more discussion and study. Sunny days of spring and summer can banish winter blues.