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Eating Disorders & Dieting
Claiming to be “on a diet” is a popular excuse given to cover up the presence of an eating disorder. In some cases, an eating disorder may develop as a result of unhealthy dieting. Although the diet started out with healthy motives, it eventually turned into a form of extreme dieting. Finish reading this article »
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Signs of Binge Eating Disorder
Ten popular signs of binge eating disorder include:
- Frequent out-of-control eating
- Embarrassment when eating in front of others
- Anxiety
- Consumption of large meal portions
- Feelings of disgust after eating
- Depression
- Eating when hunger is not present
- Rapid eating
- Hoarding food
- Stress due to weight gain
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Binge Eating and Unhealthy Weight Gain
Binge eaters can consume a very large number of calories in one meal. While some binges consist of a normal amount of food, as much as 20,000 calories may be consumed at a time. Constant episodes of compulsive overeating may lead to a person becoming overweight or even obese, although there are individuals who still maintain a normal weight. Finish reading this article »
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Adults & Eating Disorders
The idea that only teen girls and college students develop eating disorders is a common misconception. In truth, men and women of all ages suffer from these types of disorders. Older women and men are an age group that is frequently overlooked in regards to eating disorders, but one that should be equally addressed. Finish reading this article »
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Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are not only physically demanding they also can negatively affect your social life and emotional well-being. Setting unrealistic standards or feeling depressed and lonely are common factors associated with an eating disorder. Finish reading this article »
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Eating Disorders & Pregnancy
There are three primary types of eating disorders. These include anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia. All three of these disorder can be very dangerous, both to one’s physical and mental health. How do these disorders affect a person’s body? Can they cause problems during pregnancy? Finish reading this article »
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How Those with Eating Disorders Might Feel About the Holiday Season
When first thinking of the holidays most people remember fun days spent with family and friends, meals with delicious foods and desserts, being thankful for what you have and giving to others. However, if too much planning, spending and other topics are brought up the holidays begin to feel stressful. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays are often anxiety-ridden and centered on the subject of food. Finish reading this article »
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Treatment for Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder is an eating disorder in which a person eats a large amount of food at one time (binging), in order to cope with relationships and the stresses of life. Finish reading this article »
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What is Gastric Bypass Surgery?
Gastric bypass surgery, also known as bariatric gastric bypass surgery, is a surgery used to limit the amount of food a person can eat. Finish reading this article »
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