In most cases of anorexia nervosa, weight loss is achieved primarily by ____, and ____ may be a secondary method used.
A) voluntary starvation; excessive exercise
B) excessive exercise; overuse of laxatives
C) self-induced vomiting; voluntary starvation
D) overuse of laxatives; excessive exercise

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In most cases of anorexia nervosa, weight loss is achieved primarily by voluntary starvation or restriction of food intake. Excessive exercise may be a secondary method used but is not always present. The use of laxatives or self-induced vomiting is more common in bulimia nervosa.

In Most Cases of Anorexia Nervosa, Weight Loss Is Achieved