Photo: Getty ImagesScientists have discovered some people have a genetic predisposition to anorexia – offering hopes of better treatments for the often tragic eating disorder. Nearly 2 per cent of Kiwis will suffer from an eating disorder in their lifetime – and a third of those will have anorexia, according to Anorexia New Zealand. They found eight genetic variants significantly associated with anorexia nervosa, showing its origins appeared to be both metabolic and psychological. "The findings that there are genetic differences relating to metabolism in people with anorexia in our study helps make sense of that. Eating Disorder Services New Zealand 0800 2 EDANZ or (09) 5222679 info@ed.org.nz- Source: Eating Disorders Association of New Zealand

Source: Otago Daily Times July 15, 2019 20:37 UTC