Individuals with a history of disordered eating (anorexia nervosa or bulimia)have an increased risk for developing coronary heart disease.Similarly,persons with cardiovascular disease are at increased risk for developing disordered eating.

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The first statement is true because individuals with a history of disordered eating, such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia, often experience nutritional deficiencies and stress on the body that can increase the risk of developing coronary heart disease. The second statement is false because there is not a direct, well-established pathway by which having cardiovascular disease inherently increases the risk of developing disordered eating, though stress and psychological factors related to illness could potentially contribute to disordered eating behaviors in some individuals.

Individuals with a History of Disordered Eating (Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia)have