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Signs and Symptoms of Eating Disorders

Dr. Jeanne Plumb, Family Physician at Tahoe Forest Hospital, shares important insights into eating disorders, which are complex and life-threatening brain disorders that can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, body type, or background. She explains that many people with eating disorders are not underweight, making them difficult to identify, especially in a culture influenced by diet trends and weight bias. Risk factors include genetics, personality traits such as perfectionism and high achievement, and periods of negative energy balance triggered by events like illness, surgery, fasting, or intense training. Dr. Plumb also discusses common signs and symptoms that may signal an eating disorder. These can include restrictive eating patterns, sudden dieting, over-exercising, mood changes, physical complaints such as fatigue or cold intolerance, withdrawal from normal activities, and secretive behaviors around food. Because early identification and treatment lead to better outcomes, Dr. Plumb stresses the importance of seeking help from a primary care provider or available online resources if you have concerns about a loved one. Eating disorders are treatable, and with timely support, recovery is possible. --------------------- Tahoe Forest Health System is the Truckee-North Tahoe region's healthcare provider. We offer extensive emergency, specialty, and preventative medical services to our community. https://www.tfhd.com   / tahoeforesthospital     / tahoeforest     / tahoeforesthealthsystem