Researchers say the psychological effects of exercise could help prevent and treat eating disorders. Although it may seem counterintuitive, exercise could be used as an intervention for — or even a way to prevent — eating disorders. “When it comes to eating disorders, exercise has always been seen as a negative because people use it [...]

Got a few pounds to lose? Cancel the gym membership. An increasing body of research reveals that exercise does next to nothing for you when it comes to losing weight. A result for couch potatoes, yes, but also one that could have serious implications for the government’s long-term health strategy.

New information from eating disorder treatment centers suggest that by adding a healthy exercise program to your daily treatment you will increase your chances of battling the disease. Researchers revealed that individuals who took part in exercise programs that were designed to make you feel better about yourself instead of weight loss, tended to have [...]