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MUSCLE HEALTH DURING ANOREXIA NERVOSA, AN UNDER-INVESTIGATED MODERATOR OF HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE

Abstract

Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a highly prevalent and difficult to treat psychiatric disease. Concurrent with bodyweight loss there is a substantial loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength. Given muscle mass’s key role in metabolic and overall health, these muscle alterations may be a key determinant of short and long-term health outcomes in this population. In this talk, Dr. Rosa-Caldwell will discuss the current clinical literature on muscle health in those with AN or a prior history of AN. She will also discuss preliminary findings on changes to muscle physiology and biology during AN and following weight restoration, as well as highlight future areas for investigation.

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