Brain scans reveal why fatty foods repel anorexia patients
NCT ID NCT07344831
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how the brains of women with anorexia nervosa respond to fatty food smells and images. Researchers will use brain scans to compare their reactions to those of healthy women. The goal is to understand why fatty foods cause aversion, which could help improve future treatments.
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CHU de Saint-Etienne
Saint-Etienne, 42055, France
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