It's a common misconception that eating disorders only manifest as extreme weight loss or restriction.

However, there is a lesser-known condition that often goes undiagnosed - Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).

ARFID is characterized by a persistent lack of interest in eating, an inability to eat certain foods, and/or fears about the negative consequences of eating.

While it may seem similar to picky eating or anorexia, ARFID is a distinct disorder with its own unique symptoms and underlying causes.

Unlike anorexia, individuals with ARFID do not have a distorted body image or an intense fear of weight gain. - https://webmdnetwork.com/blog/hidden-eating-disorder/?unique_id_dph49qof

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