Keto diet tested as new tool against anorexia and bulimia
NCT ID NCT06000774
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tests whether a therapeutic ketogenic diet (low-carb, high-fat) can reduce harmful eating behaviors like the urge to restrict, binge, or purge, and improve mood and body image. It includes 20 adults with anorexia (weight-recovered or underweight) or bulimia. Participants follow the diet for 14 weeks while researchers track safety, side effects, and changes in eating disorder symptoms.
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University of California San Diego
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