Low blood levels of ______ can lead to disturbances in heart rhythm, a leading cause of death among people with eating disorders.

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Low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia) can lead to disturbances in heart rhythm, including arrhythmias, which can be fatal. People with eating disorders, particularly those who purge, may develop hypokalemia due to loss of potassium through vomiting or use of diuretics. Glucose, chloride, and sodium imbalances can also occur in eating disorders, but they are not specifically linked to heart rhythm disturbances.

Low Blood Levels of ______ Can Lead to Disturbances in Heart