In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss both healthy eating and clinically recognized eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder.I explain how brain circuits, hormones such as leptin and reward systems interact to regulate appetite, satiety and overall eating behaviors. I also discuss the serious health risks associated with anorexia, explain how disrupted eating habits contribute to its development and highlight evidence-based treatments for anorexia. Finally, I explore binge eating and bulimia, discussing the underlying causes and the pharmacological treatments commonly used to support recovery.Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com.Thank you to our sponsorsAG1: https://drinkag1.com/hubermanLMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/hubermanFunction: https://functionhealth.com/hubermanTimestamps00:00:00 Eating Disorders00:01:05 Fasting, Intermittent Fasting, Healthy Eating00:06:10 Self-Diagnosis Caution00:07:20 Sponsor: LMNT00:08:52 Eating Disorders, Anorexia Nervosa00:12:39 Hunger & Satiety; Appetite, Body Fat & Brain00:17:20 Homeostasis & Reward Systems, Eating Disorders00:21:12 Sponsor: AG100:22:49 Anorexia, Puberty, Hyperacuity & Food00:25:55 Decision-Making vs Reflexes/Habits, Anorexia00:29:29 Anorexia & Breaking Habits, Therapies & Family-Based Models00:32:08 Distorted Self-Image & Anorexia00:35:03 Sponsor: Function00:36:43 Bulimia & Binge-Eating Disorder, Impulsivity & Prescription Treatments00:40:28 Recap & Key TakeawaysDisclaimer & DisclosuresLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices