Orthorexia
An eating disorder fueled by “clean eating.”
Orthorexia is an eating disorder characterized by clean eating and obsessive food rules.
Warning Signs of Orthorexia…
Restrictive eating based upon food rules
Obsession with eating only healthy, organic, clean, or unprocessed foods
Anxiety and distress related to inability to adhere to dietary rules
Strict exercise routine
Rigid thinking
Medical issues including (but not limited to) malnutrition, chemical imbalances, low heart rate, weight loss, loss of energy