What are some of the main medical treatments for orthorexia nervosa?

    Last Updated: October 25, 2023

    Currently, there are no medical treatments specifically for orthorexia nervosa because research is still in the stage of clearly defining the condition. However, given the overlap in symptoms with anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder, some clinicians may take similar treatment approaches. The goal of treatment is to increase the variety of foods eaten, including foods that were previously feared, address disordered thoughts around food, and restore nutritional and weight status if needed. This treatment process might involve individual or group cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, professional nutrition counseling, and medications (e.g., antidepressants, mood stabilizers).[1]