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Global rise in exercise addiction and eating disorders

Overview

Medical professionals and psychologists are raising alarms regarding the rise of fitness obsession, exercise addiction, and related eating disorders. Experts note that social media trends often exacerbate these issues by promoting unrealistic body ideals.

In the United Arab Emirates, health specialists have warned that extreme dieting and excessive exercise can lead to ‘low energy availability,’ where the body lacks sufficient fuel for biological functions. Potential complications include weakened immunity, electrolyte disturbances, abnormal heart rhythms, and hormonal imbalances.

Further clinical observations, including reports from specialized clinics in Germany, highlight specific conditions such as ‘sport bulimia’ and ‘anorexia athletica.’ These disorders often affect high-achieving individuals using sport for emotional regulation. Physical risks associated with these compulsions include decreased bone density and an increased risk of fractures and accidents during high-intensity training.

Entities

University of Lucerne · Standing Committee on Vaccination · United Arab Emirates · Männer.ch · RAK Hospital

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

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  2. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources
    UAE health experts warn against fitness obsession and extreme dieting

    UAE health experts warn that social media-driven fitness obsessions, extreme dieting, and excessive exercise can lead to serious physical and mental health issues, including hormonal and heart complications.

Sources

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