Not so long ago, the struggles faced by someone with an eating disorder went largely unnoticed. Many people in society, including some within the medical and mental health communities, viewed eating disorders as a choice or a voluntary ailment. It was not until relatively recently that research proved eating disorders were dangerous mental health conditions […]
Body image struggles plague almost everyone at some point in their lives. Many people are concerned about gaining too much weight, especially with the social stigmas and physical health complications surrounding obesity. Concerns about maintaining a healthy weight for health reasons are legitimate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the obesity prevalence […]
Disordered eating is a challenge faced by many, as is the stigma that often accompanies being one of the millions who experience symptoms. Eating disorders are real illnesses. Despite these popular opinions, eating disorders do not manifest and exert their control over the individual who struggles with them by voluntary choice. Statistics provided by the […]
Eating disorders (or disordered eating) have historically been associated with significant amounts of stigma and misconceptions. Despite the opinions of some, eating disorders are not something one “chooses” or something that is “in their head.” Eating disorders are real illnesses that impact the lives of millions across the nation. Eating disorders know no boundaries and […]
The end of the year is approaching. Given the challenges that 2020 has imparted on virtually every American, young and old, it is likely safe to say that most are happy to see the year come to a close. While we await the arrival of 2021 and hopefully better times ahead, we often begin to […]
7 Ways to Stay on Top of Your Eating Disorder Recovery During The Holidays
on blogDespite the strange landscape of 2020 and what will undoubtedly feel like a “different” holiday season, November still begins the time of year where many begin to think about family meals, cookies, pie, and the occasional dessert table that shows up in the conference room at the office. Eating disorders are often thought to affect […]
Occasional constipation is nothing to worry about. 16 percent of U.S. adults struggle with constipation, including one-third of adults ages 60 and older. According to fiber brand Metamucil, common causes of occasional constipation include a diet low in fiber, lack of physical activity, certain medications, and ignoring the body’s signals that it’s time to “go.” […]
Many of us wonder if we should count calories to lose weight — and everyone from Harvard University to the U.S. government seems to say ‘yes.’ But as Caroline Dooner, author of The F*ck It Diet, puts it, “It’s not that calorie counting & calorie restriction won’t result in weight loss, it (often) will. The […]
It’s well known that when someone has an eating disorder their body is severely affected. However, many people fail to realize the impact that the problem has on their mind and the way that they think. Eating disorders begin in the brain. Not only that, but they also cause health problems including brain damage, which […]
At least 30 million people in the United States suffer from an eating disorder at any given time, with 0.9 percent of women suffering from anorexia nervosa (or anorexia for short) in their lifetime. Anorexia is the most deadly mental illness, with 1 in 5 deaths associated with anorexia owing to suicide. To someone who […]