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Eating disorders (ED) are a complex pathology in which numerous etiopathogenic factors intervene and their approach requires an interdisciplinary approach, which is why Nutri-tion Education (NE) should be part of both prevention and treatment programs. The prevalence of eating disorders has been increasing over the years. Scientific evidence and international organizations recognize the importance of NE in the treatment of ED and the participation of nutrition profes-sionals in this area. Therefore, the approach to the prevention of ED must be broad, so that it encompasses vulnerable groups and their environment, in the same way, action protocols for treatment must include NE as one of its pillars, through implementation of nutritional education programs to achieve changes in eating behavior, which can be car-ried out in the different phases or treatment modalities (hospitalization, day hospital, out-patient clinics, etc.) although each one has different objectives and addresses different thematic areas and they must be developed in a multidisciplinary way with a delegation of clear functions for each professional, in favor of the recovery and stability of the patient and his socio-family environment.