Orthorexia, an eating disorder characterized by an obsessive focus on clean eating, is often misunderstood as benign. It involves extreme fear and rigidity regarding food, resulting in distress and emotional struggles. Individuals may meticulously plan meals, avoid social situations, and feel overwhelming guilt when deviating from their strict food rules. This condition reflects underlying emotional distress rather than a healthy desire for nutrition. In a culture that celebrates dietary discipline, it can be challenging to recognize when healthy habits spiral into an unhealthy obsession.
Orthorexia is defined by the intense levels of fear that surround eating, the rigidity that shapes choices, and the emotional toll of trying to eat the 'right' way.
Healthy eating becomes disordered when it causes anxiety, guilt, or isolation from others.
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