Homoeopathic Treatment for Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Overview and Promising Therapeutic Approach

Abstract

There is a widespread belief that eating disorders stem from lifestyle choices. However, it is essential to recognize that eating disorders are severe and potentially fatal illnesses, characterized by obsessions with food, body weight, and shape. Various eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, night-eating syndrome, eating disorders not otherwise specified, and binge-eating disorders. These disorders can affect individuals regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status, or cultural background, and they have been responsible for approximately 7000 deaths per year as of 2010. Timely detection plays a crucial role in enhancing the chances of recovery from eating disorders. Therefore, being aware of warning signs is of utmost importance. This review delves into the different types of eating disorders and explores their treatment through Homeopathy. Keywords: Eating disorders, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, pathophysiology, Homoeopathy.