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What's it called when you can't eat certain textures?

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According to research published by the National Eating Disorders Association, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) was recognized as a distinct eating disorder in 2013. This condition often involves an extreme sensitivity to food textures, among other issues, which causes individuals to be unable to eat certain foods. This article explores the clinical terms and reasons behind why you can't eat certain textures, distinguishing it from simple picky eating.