Food & NutritionBeing Called ‘Fat’ in Early Teens Tied to Later Eating Disorders for GirlsSavePrintAnnie Spratt/UnsplashReuters5/20/2018|Updated: 5/20/2018 For teen girls, being called “fat” by friends—and especially family members—may contribute to later developing eating disorders, a recent U.S. study suggests. We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentReutersAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesDeath Toll From Nepal’s Anti-Corruption Protests Raised to 72Sep 15, 2025Magnitude 7.4 Earthquake Strikes Near East Coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Region, No Tsunami RiskSep 14, 2025United Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Japan, 2 InjuredSep 12, 2025Toyota to Manufacture EV SUVs at Kentucky PlantSep 12, 2025Related TopicsFatteensCommentAdd to My ListSaveShare