40-Pound Woman Overcomes Longtime Battle With Anorexia
Oct. 29 2015, Published 12:44 p.m. ET
Rachael Farrokh became dangerously close to losing her life after her struggle with anorexia caused her to drop to just 40 pounds. See her inspiring recovery thanks to her GoFundMe page.
Rachael Farrokh became dangerously close to losing her life after her struggle with anorexia caused her to drop to just 40 pounds. See her inspiring recovery thanks to her GoFundMe page.
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Sunday, May 31, 2015
In early 2015, Rachael Forrakh was close to death, weighing just 40 pounds.
We will soon fly high once again! www.gofundme.com/savemyrachael
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Thursday, May 21, 2015
After making a desperate call for help through a GoFundMe page, Forrakh has made an inspiring recovery, raising nearly $200,000 towards her treatment.
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Monday, July 20, 2015
Treatments took place in San Diego and Portugal, where Farrokh began gaining weight and building muscle again.
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Thursday, July 2, 2015
According to her doctor, Farrokh’s mental recovery has been quick, and she feels hopeful.
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Sunday, June 21, 2015
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"I was finally treated with respect," Farrokh recently told NBC Southern California. "I didn't know that I deserved it."
Posted by Rachael's Road to Recovery on Saturday, June 20, 2015
Congratulations to Rachel on her miraculous recovery!
