Brain scans reveal why fatty foods repel anorexia patients

NCT ID NCT07344831

First seen Jan 19, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study looks at how the brain responds to fatty food smells and images in women with anorexia nervosa. Researchers will use brain scans to compare patients with 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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