Season's Eatings (IMAGE) Michigan State University Caption Changes in food intake are all part of a natural, evolutionary process for women. MSU research has found, however, that this repeating monthly cycle can increase the risk of developing an eating disorder. Credit Courtesy of MSUToday Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.