The danger of disordered eating!
Disordered eating is a way to predict lower psychological well-being, as well as a lower rate of self-assessment of general health.
The study was led by Associate Professor Anna Keski-Rahkonen from the University of Helsinki and published in European Eating Disorders Review. The study included more than 4,900 young Finnish men and women. Research participants answered questionnaires about eating behavior, weight, health, and psychological well-being at age 24. And again, ten years later at 34 years old. When all variables were considered, disordered eating at age 24 was a way to predict lower psychological well-being among women and men, as well as having a lower index of self-rated general health among men ten years later. We can say that one eats in a disordered manner when one arbitrarily decides when one is hungry or full. Regardless of how you feel. It also influences whether the person constantly weighs themselves or drinks calorie-free drinks to avoid feeling hungry. “Disordered eating is often considered harmless and very common. However, it appears that it can have far-reaching negative effects on the overall health and well-being of young adults. Even if the symptoms do not constitute a clinical eating disorder. Early identification and treatment are important.” Says researcher Ulla Kärkkäinen, licensed nutritionist. This research shows one of the consequences of a very common practice in our society today. It is very important that our patients know that when taking care of things such as their personal aesthetics or following any current fashion, if not taken care of properly, it can have serious repercussions on their health.
