Recovering from Anorexia - Fast of Tisha B'Av
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Question
Hello. A few years ago, my wife suffered from anorexia (for several years) with low weight. In recent years, thank God, her condition has improved, and she is currently at a normal weight, but she still eats small amounts. She wants to fast on Tisha B'Av, is she allowed to?
Answer
Hello
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita
She should eat and drink as usual.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, Se'if 6