{"id":11497,"date":"2020-04-03T11:54:51","date_gmt":"2020-04-03T15:54:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&p=11497"},"modified":"2026-01-14T16:27:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T21:27:58","slug":"eating-disorders-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/eating-disorders-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Eating Disorders"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Eating disorders treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions","meta_description":"Suffering from eating disorders? Get advice and treatment options from the comfort of your home. Talk to a doctor online now.","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can a doctor treat eating disorders on Maple?","accordion_intro":"

Yes. Our doctors, therapists and registered nutritionists treat eating disorders via online therapy, personalized nutritional support and prescription medication. Our doctors also offer additional eating disorder support for secondary health issues that may result from eating disorders such as: digestive issues, nutrient deficiencies, heart problems and\/or osteoporosis.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get a prescription on Maple?","accordion_intro":"

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Yes, our physicians can prescribe medications online during your consultation. Once you accept a prescription, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/p>\n

You can visit our How it Works<\/a> page to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are eating disorders?","accordion_intro":"

Eating disorders are characterized by dysfunctional and unhealthy patterns of food consumption, often coupled with negative body image. The most well-known eating disorders are anorexia nervosa and bulimia, however, there are a number of other types of eating disorders. Individuals with eating disorders may severely restrict their food and caloric intake, or they may eat large amounts of food in one sitting. They may also purposely throw up their food, abuse laxatives, or consume inedible things such as pencil shavings or hair.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are the symptoms of eating disorders?","accordion_intro":"

The symptoms of an eating disorder depend on which type of disorder it is, but all involve dysfunctional patterns of food consumption.<\/p>\n

Anorexia nervosa<\/h6>\n

Anorexia involves the extreme restriction of food and calories and individuals with anorexia struggle to maintain a healthy body weight. Additional symptoms may also include:<\/p>\n

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  • Intense fixation on food<\/li>\n
  • Irritability, extreme mood changes<\/li>\n
  • Weight loss (sometimes quite extreme)<\/li>\n
  • Inability to gain weight as they grow (in children)<\/li>\n
  • Dizziness, fainting<\/li>\n
  • Depression<\/li>\n
  • Anemia<\/li>\n
  • Feeling cold constantly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    ARFID<\/h6>\n

    A lesser-known eating disorder, ARFID stands for avoidant\/restrictive food intake disorder \u2014 sometimes known as extreme picky eating. ARFID usually begins in childhood after a traumatic food-related experience (such as choking). Individuals with ARFID refuse to eat certain foods because they believe something bad will happen to them if they do \u2014 they believe they will die or be poisoned, for example.<\/p>\n

    Binge eating disorder<\/h6>\n

    Symptoms of binge eating disorder involve consuming large quantities of food, well beyond what would be considered normal, usually in private. Individuals often report feeling out of control during these periods of over consumption, and often hoard food secretly.<\/p>\n

    Bulimia nervosa<\/h6>\n

    As with many eating disorders, individuals with bulimia will often try to hide their disordered eating habits. Noticeable symptoms of bulimia may include:<\/p>\n

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    • Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals<\/li>\n
    • Sores on the back of hands from self-induced vomiting<\/li>\n
    • Bad breath and tooth decay<\/li>\n
    • Irritability and mood swings<\/li>\n
    • Extreme fixation on food and body image<\/li>\n
    • Binge eating large quantities of food, often secretly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      Pica<\/h6>\n

      Pica is an eating disorder that involves consuming non-food substances such as metal, plastic or crayons. Symptoms may include:<\/p>\n

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      • Intestinal issues<\/li>\n
      • Blood in the stool<\/li>\n
      • Tooth problems<\/li>\n
      • Individuals may also become extremely sick from eating non-food items (they may develop lead poisoning, for example)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
        Rumination disorder<\/h6>\n

        Rumination disorder is characterized by regular regurgitation of partially digested food without retching. It usually begins in childhood, sometimes as the result of an illness.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What causes eating disorders?","accordion_intro":"

        There are many risk factors for eating disorders, but depression and anxiety, as well as negative self-image and social isolation are often present. Perfectionism and having a relative with an eating disorder are other factors that increase an individual\u2019s risk. Some eating disorders like ARFID, Pica and rumination disorder, often begin in childhood as the result of a biological issue (such as a vitamin deficiency), or as the result of a traumatic experience such as choking. Addressing the underlying cause of the behaviour is crucial for a successful recovery from an eating disorder.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"}]}],"show_age_gate":false,"condition_image":false,"hero_subcopy":"Skip the waiting room! Instantly connect with Canadian doctors for medical care from your phone, tablet or computer - any time, 24\/7.","why_h2":"Talk to a doctor about eating disorders treatment online","why_subcopy":"See a doctor or nurse practitioner today to get a new prescription or refill, at their discretion.","benefit1_h3":"Same-day local pharmacy pickup","benefit1_copy":"After your consultation, if you have received a medical diagnosis and prescription for a medication, your prescription can be faxed to the pharmacy of your choice for pick-up or delivered to your home.","benefit2_h3":"Fast, free delivery","benefit2_copy":"Get your medications delivered to your door anywhere in Canada within 1-3 business days.","benefit3_h3":"Less waiting, more convenience","benefit3_copy":"Maple members get 24\/7 access to primary care online and more. Our doctors and nurse practitioners are available to see you in minutes, anytime.","reviews_h2":"Why Canadians love Maple","review_1":"

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