Anorexia nervosa
People with anorexia nervosa have an irrational fear of gaining weight and put themselves on restrictive diets and harsh, punishing exercise routines.
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Eating disorders
An eating disorder is a mental health condition. It involves an unhealthy relationship with food. Find out about the different eating disorders here.
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Eating disorders and body image
An estimated 1 million Australians experience a type of eating or body image disorder. But treatment is available to help them lead healthier lives.
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Body image
An unhealthy body image affects your wellbeing and mental health, and may lead to eating disorders. Here are a few tips for improving body image.
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Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy is a group of therapies designed to help someone change their thinking patterns and improve their coping skills.
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Scurvy
Scurvy can affect people who do not get enough vitamin C. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments, and how changes to your diet can prevent scurvy.
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Prednisolone
Prednisolone is an active ingredient that belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. Read more.
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Vitamin C deficiency
Vitamin C deficiency is rare in Australia where fresh produce is generally readily available. Vitamin C deficiencies are largely preventable - learn how here.
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Vitamin A deficiency
Vitamin A deficiency is often preventable in developed countries like Australia. Learn about the symptoms, causes and how to ensure you get enough vitamin A.
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Weight loss and dieting
Many diets are promoted in Australia, but they don't all work. Follow a healthy eating and exercise plan and you're more likely to keep weight off long term.
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