What kind of eating behavior do people with anorexia nervosa exhibit? Does #1 lead to reduced bone strength?
Anorexia nervosa
Eating disorder characterized by refusal to maintain a healthy body weight, and fear of gaining weight due to a distorted self image
Would a person with Anorexia nervosa be more likely to break a bone than a regular person?
People with Anorexia Nervosa restrict food and as a result lack essential nutrients. Many people with Anorexia Nervosa, are at high risk for osteoporosis(and to a lesser extent bulimia nervosa) will have low bone density and consequently reduced bone strength. People with Anorexia Nervosa, are at high risk for osteoporosis. 