Researchers have discovered a new method to assess the severity of eating disorders by monitoring electrolyte abnormalities. A recent study found that individuals with eating disorders have a higher risk of death due to imbalances in essential minerals like calcium, potassium, and sodium. The study, published in The Lancet Psychiatry, involved 6,000 participants from Ontario, Canada. It revealed that 32% of individuals with an eating disorder had abnormal electrolyte levels, and those with such abnormalities had a higher mortality rate. By including electrolyte abnormalities in the criteria for assessing eating disorder severity, clinicians can potentially improve care and reduce the risk of death.
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Check Electrolyte Levels in People with Eating Disorders, Study Warns Abnormalities Increase Death Risk
