Have you found yourself asking, “Is binge eating equally common among men and women?” In fact, eating disorders are often wrongly considered to be an exclusively female illness, but studies are showing that binge eating is one that affects nearly equal numbers of men and women. All eating disorders are difficult to treat, but what …
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If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder—or symptoms that strongly suggest you may have one— treatment is crucial to your health and well-being. In severe cases, it may even save your life. Let’s discuss the treatment options available for eating disorders. Your options vary depending on your situation. For example, if …
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The physical effects of bulimia can be devastating and long-lasting. Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by frequent binge eating followed by purging through self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, or laxative abuse. Over time, this can cause severe damage to the body and have long-term negative health effects. If you or a loved one is struggling …
Eating disorders are some of the most frequently diagnosed mental health conditions. Although many people associate them with adolescents and young adult females, they affect a much broader demographic. With the support of dedicated professionals such as dietitians and counselors, individuals can take the initial steps of eating disorder treatment to manage their condition and …
It’s easy to fall in love with gymnastics. The sparkly uniforms, the bouncy ponytails, and the encouraging hugs from a coach make little girls watching the televised events ready to sign up and be a part of the team, no matter what. But many girls who do enter the world of gymnastics soon find that …
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It’s no accident that Americans are addicted to salty, crunchy chips and surgery soft drinks. Scientists and “crave experts” in the processed-food industry have worked for decades to make it so. Food addiction can become just as severe as substance addiction if not addressed. If you or a loved one are in need of help …
More than 28 million men and women in the US struggle with eating disorders that negatively affect their physical and mental health. What is avoidant restrictive food intake? It’s a new type of eating disorder that doesn’t have the same body image issues as anorexia and bulimia. Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder treatment can help …
In recent years, studies have shown that almost half of those who have an eating disorder also regularly abuse drugs or alcohol. Approximately 35% of people who abuse drugs or alcohol also have an eating disorder. This trend is particularly common in young teenage girls, so parents should take note of this in case they …
Eating disorders aren’t about food. Rather, they have everything to do with a distorted body image. Two conditions stand out. When struggling with bulimia vs anorexia, where do you find help? Bulimia vs Anorexia: Differences and Similarities Eating disorders are a form of mental illness. They affect a sizeable segment of the population. Even so, …
For those with food-related challenges or an eating disorder, the holidays are full of events that can trigger addictive thoughts and behaviors. Triggers can be anxiety-provoking and stressful, setting a negative tone for the entire holiday season. Depending on which type of eating disorder your loved one has, giving in to temptations — or even just …
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