Eating disorders are a common disease predominately affecting young women. A multidisciplinary approach is the most commonly prescribed form of treatment for those with eating disorders. Despite the best practice biomedical approach, individuals with an eating disorder are known to seek help from complementary and alternative therapies (CAM). There is no scientific evidence investigating the role of acupuncture as a CAM treatment in eating disorders. The aim of this thesis is to provide a scientific evaluation of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the area of eating disorders encompassing both treatment and presentation.