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It’s important to distinguish orthorexia from general health-conscious behaviors.

Orthorexia, a term first coined in 1997 by physician Steven Bratman, combines the Greek words for correct and appetite.

Because it often masquerades as self-control or health-consciousness, orthorexia is easy to overlook, even by people suffering from it.

Though not formally recognized in the DSM-5, the term orthorexia has gained traction as wellness culture has exploded.

Clinicians continue to debate how best to define it, as orthorexia can share features of anorexia nervosa and obsessive-compulsive disorder.