In anorexia nervosa, low blood potassium levels are associated with all of the following except

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Low blood potassium levels in anorexia nervosa are often caused by a combination of poor nutrient intake and the use of diuretics, which increase urine output and can lead to excessive potassium loss. These low levels of potassium can then contribute to heart rhythm disturbances. Low protein intake, while a concern in anorexia nervosa, is not directly linked to low blood potassium levels.

In Anorexia Nervosa, Low Blood Potassium Levels Are Associated with All