31^st European Nutrition and Dietetics Conference

Eating Disorders Symptoms & Behaviors

Eating disorders symptoms and behaviours are complex. Many are caused by malnutrition. Some physical symptoms of eating disorders are weakness, feeling cold, reduced beard growth in men, Sleep problems, Dental problems, Muscle weakness Other possible manifestations are dry lips, burning feeling on tongue, parotid gland swelling. Though often associated with obesity it can occur in normal weight individuals also.

·         Amenorrhea

·         Reduction in waking erections

·         Ritualistic food behaviours

·         Low body weigh

·         Cognitive distortions