Hormonal
Eating Disorder (ED) diagnosis is significantly associated with amenorrhea in resistance-trained athletes, consistent with Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) models.
If you have an eating disorder diagnosis, you are at higher risk for missing periods (amenorrhea). This is a sign of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Addressing energy availability is crucial for restoring menstrual function and long-term health.
The presence of an ED and the MC characteristic amenorrhea were significantly associated (p = 0.01) with a medium effect size (0.293).
Why this rating
Cross-sectional survey data; self-reported ED diagnosis and menstrual history.
Source
The associations between calorie tracking, body image dissatisfaction, eating disorders, and menstrual cycle characteristics in resistance-trained athletes
Kimberly SantaBarbara et al. · Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition · 2024
DOI 10.1080/15502783.2024.2433743
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