Eating disorder is one of the many problems celebrities face then and now. Trying to fit in to Hollywood or probably suffering from a long family history, these celebrities reveal and triumphed over their hidden secrets.

Kate Beckinsale

The "Underworld" star has always been in top shape figure. But the British actress admits to having suffered anorexia even before she pursued a career in film. The star prefers not to go back and tackle her past when she said she didn't want to be famous for being a former anorexic.

Kate Winslet

Another British born actress admits to having anorexia during her youth. But over the years, she has been known to putting a healthy amount of weight. The brilliant actress says she is proud of her curves and she is happy the way she is.

Nicole Richie

Nicole once made headlines when photos of her looking stick-thin in a bikini went viral over the internet and news. Since 2006, Richie seemed to be struggling with anorexia. The star admitted that it all started when she was emotionally stressed during her break up with the late DJ AM.

Jessica Alba

Known to be one of Hollywood's sexiest, who would have known that the slender actress once suffered from eating problems? In 2005, she admitted to having anorexia. The actress said it was because she grew up in a family that was overweight so she always hoped to be an exception.

Mary-Kate Olsen

Right after her 18th birthday in 2004, Mary-Kate showed dramatic weight loss. In the same year, she hired a weight-coach to help her gain more weight and to overcome anorexia. Since then she has been making improvements.

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