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Abby said she saw anorexia as a friend that was with her all the time — that "friendship" put her in hospital with feeding tubes inserted as her organs almost shut down.

For many people, the term “eating disorder” will bring to mind its two most familiar forms – anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. What they may not realise, however, is that “binge eating disorder” is more common than the other two combined and can significantly reduce quality of life.

Giving lab rats illicit psychedelic drugs may help scientists uncover how it can be used to treat anorexia in humans.

Emily Halenow helps others at the hospital where she was once a patient

Mel C suffered with the eating disorder and depression due to pressure to stay thin

The ex-popstar developed eating disorder during her time in the Spice Girls

Scientists at King’s College London will examine whether psilocybin can help alleviate symptoms

Spice Girls Mel C has spoken about her mental health and eating disorder battle which saw her turn to drink and binge eating after the band split

Gemma Oaten, who played Rachel Breckle in Emmerdale, had all of her top teeth removed after her battle with bulimia and anorexia caused irreparable damage

Hannah Duguid, 21, is a recovering anorexic and says putting numbers in diners’ faces can add to mental health stress.

 "I have come a long way and I look back now and can't believe what I used to be like. "