Are Anorexic People Iron Deficient? Exploring Malnutrition and Anemia
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2025 review, the global prevalence of anemia in patients with anorexia nervosa is approximately 44.8%, but are anorexic people iron deficient? While direct nutritional deprivation is a factor, the underlying causes are more complex and extend beyond simple lack of iron intake.