Diabulimia/ ED-DMT1/T1DE in the News

How Can Diabetes Be Affected By Eating Disorders?

"Food and diabetes are inextricably related. Diabetes can lead to a greater emphasis on diet, weight, and body image. As a result, it's understandable if some people develop unfavourable feelings toward eating.

​A diagnosis of an eating disorder is not the same as disordered eating. However, the symptoms and behaviours are similar, such as skipping insulin for weight loss or eating too much and being ill. However, because one can lead to the other, it's critical that you seek help before things worsen."

Diabetes Health

• You are Not Alone with Diabulimia, Jan 07, 2016
• The Stress of Type 1 Often Leads to Diabulimia, April 17, 2018
• ​The Signs of Diabulimia, May 14, 2011
• What it is and How to Treat It, March 02, 2009
• ​Diabetes and Eating Disorders Come Together,  May 30, 2008

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