Eating disorders

Orthorexia

Orthorexia

Orthorexia is an obsession with healthy eating. This excessive concern pushes individuals to strictly control their diet, losing the spontaneity of their meals. The act of eating becomes a source of stress, as each food is carefully selected to match strict "health" criteria. Any deviation from these self-imposed rules is perceived with strong anxiety, and dietary flexibility disappears.

DSM-5

For complete descriptions of the various eating disorders listed in the DSM-5.