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Are Instances of Eating Disorders on the Rise Because of Instagram?- Is Emotional Eating an Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauMany of us over the course of our lifetimes have probably had a bite to eat or two simply because of the emotions we were feeling at the time. Maybe we were extremely happy about something good that occurred in our life and we splurged on a huge meal just to celebrate. Or perhaps we were trying ...
Views: 1239(2 votes) - Mental Health: 5 Things You Can Do to Take Back Your Own Mind - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2019 from Dixie SomersWe all need a break now and again, but for some of us, our minds make it impossible to ever truly relax. Whether you have persistent feelings of sadness, wrestle with anxiety or have been diagnosed with another disorder, our mental health affects every aspect of our lives. Read on to discover ...
Views: 1539(1 vote) - Mindfulness and Eating: Divine Desk Dining - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2005 from Maya FrostAre you stuck eating lunch at your desk again? Lucky you. You see, staying put can be surprisingly soothing compared to making a mad dash to the cafe for a sandwich and running back to your office, all the while worried that you’ll miss an important call. If you feel chained to your ...
Views: 1387(1 vote) - Self-Confidence Sinking? 4 Signs You May Have an Unhealthy Body Image - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2019 from Lizzie WeakleyBody image and self-confidence is something that many people throughout the world struggle with on a daily basis. It can be easy to get caught up in your own self-perception and begin to forget the things that really matter. Often, obsessing over the way you look or what other people think can ...
Views: 998(1 vote) - The Negative Effects of Having an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauEvery year, millions of men and women are stricken with the horrible reality of having an eating disorder. Certainly having an eating disorder has negative consequences but many are more far-reaching than most of the outside world could ever know. Sure, we know that having an eating disorder is ...
Views: 4451(1 vote) - The Scale Can Be a Measure of Your Likelihood to Have an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Emile JarreauWhen trying to lose weight and get in shape, the bathroom scale can be something we use to occasionally judge our benchmarks. Stepping on it each day helps us keep a record of just how good were doing with our weight-loss efforts. Once a day may be okay, but several times a day could be signs of ...
Views: 1116(1 vote) - Today's Youths' Desire to Mimic - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Kimberly DavidsonA video of five preteens dressed in skimpy outfits, provocatively dancing, surfaced on the Internet in May 2010. Nothing surprises us in an era when girls are exposed to less than ideal role models and bombarded with sexualized messages in the media. Children today are more fully immersed in the ...
Views: 1122(2 votes) - What kind of meditation do people with eating disorders need? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Dr. Irina WebsterThere are many kinds of meditation techniques available these days. How to choose which one is the best for a person with an eating disorder? Are any methods better than the others? Meditation is a practice of focusing your attention for some time on specific emotional states, mantras ...
Views: 1687(9 votes) - A Friend Gone Too Soon - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Johnna ShryackIt was a beautiful August day in the Midwest, and if you ever lived there you would know that meant a ninety plus degree day, with the sun beating down on you and humidity of one hundred percent. To me it was beautiful; because it was the day I moved away and entered my freshman year in ...
Views: 1575(4 votes) - HOW TO OVERCOME EMOTIONAL EATING - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2003 from Ellen ShumanI WAS STUCK IN A SELF-DEFEATING CYCLE! I felt out-of-control with food! I was either overeating or dieting. In either mode, I felt I was never good enough. I had willpower and stick-to-itiveness in many other areas in my life. So why couldn't I apply that same resolve to my eating habits? I ...
Views: 14368(3 votes) - A winder detox Delicious Meal - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Jason ChaseHello Healing Academy Fans, I was just researching a great diet for detox and weight loss, and after the beating our bodies took on the holidays it seems fitting that we take a look into great tasting good food that will keep us well. So enjoy my hard earned meal tonight with loved ones ...
Views: 1473(1 vote) - Controlling Binge Eating - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: I've been struggling with a negative body image/unhealthy relationship with food for about 5 years. Recently it has spiraled out of control and I feel like I've hit my lowest point. I tried going to therapy but didn't find what I was looking for, so about 9 months ago I turned to ...
Views: 1705(1 vote) - Indigestion Treatment And Causes - Tips To Reduce Symptoms - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Dr John AnneDo you eat too much, too quickly or stressed? What do you feel after eating? Do you have a sense of fullness after eating even if you only have eaten a small amount of food? These are only some of the questions a doctor may ask during consultation to determine if a person is suffering from ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - The #1 Thing that is Blocking You from Dietary Improvements - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Monica RodriguezIn today’s post, I’m going to discuss the root cause behind the self-sabotaging habits that keep you away from implementing dietary improvements into your life. You’ll be surprised, because it has nothing to do with food… Have you noticed that calories, fat grams, portion sizes, and endless ...
Views: 1477(2 votes) - The New Eating Disorder We are Failing To Catch - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Angela WurtzelThe Quiet Killer We’re Failing to Catch: What really happened to Brittany Murphy and Casey Johnson, we may never know, but to speculate could mean saving lives. In the past month two high-profile 30-something women, Brittany Murphy and Casey Johnson, died suddenly of “natural causes.” ...
Views: 1301(1 vote) - Binge Eating Disorder Treatment and Recovery - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from April TaylorWe all eat too much from time to time. Let’s take the Thanksgiving holiday as an example; the turkey, sides, all of those pies, the stress of preparing the meal or seeing your family, and oh the sweet relief of that delicious pumpkin pie! Millions of Americans nationwide consider it a day where ...
Views: 3535(6 votes) - Neuroplasticity is the Only Cure For Eating Disorders. - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Dr. Irina WebsterIf you have obsessive thoughts about food and weight and you act out compulsive behaviours like binging, purging or starving yourself you will be relieved to learn about a new unique treatment method for eating disorders. This new method to overcome your eating disorder is based on ...
Views: 6725(2 votes) - The Tyranny of Perfection - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Jane Shurehttp://www.huffingtonpost.com/jane-shure/the-tyranny-of-perfection_b_149359.html Posted: December 10, 2008 A few weeks ago I had the privilege of hearing Jane Fonda speak to 700 psychotherapists at a conference sponsored by the Renfrew Center Foundation. This venue, filled with experts in ...
Views: 1786(3 votes) - Addiction Treatment Centers - How They Can Help? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2019 from Shishir Del RioDrug addiction as defined by Addiction Treatment Centers is a state of periodic or chronic intoxication that is due to repeated and excessive consumption of the illegal drug. Addiction Treatment Centers stressed out that compulsive and repeated use may result in tolerance to the effect of the ...
Views: 1239 - Lean Dreams: Eating Disorders on NCAA Teams - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Adam JacobsWe see her running at cross-country and track meets every season; we watch her as she propels her thin arms and legs, conspicuous ribs, hollow cheeks and eyes, bulging veins and concave stomach forward. The visible markers on her body shout that something is not right, as her drive for ...
Views: 1886 - Plant Based Eating – Is it restrictive? - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2019 from Kathleen GageIf you’re looking for a healthy, efficient and sustainable way to release unwanted (and unhealthy) weight, a whole food, plant-based eating protocol is likely the best you can find. When someone asks me what I’ve done to release 35 pounds in the last few months, I tell them I’ve gone plant ...
Views: 938 - "Fat" Say it Loud; Say it Proud - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Anne CuthbertMy intern Tina and I were recently discussing the word FAT. She couldn’t imagine herself saying the word, believing it to be filled with shame, stereotypes and disgust. For me, it is merely a description, such as tall, brown hair, or big feet. (It wasn’t always this way for me and Tina is ...
Views: 1639 - ***5 Key Elements of Successful Eating Disorder Treatment - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Tricia GreavesIf you suffer from an eating disorder or obesity and are searching for a solution, it’s important to know that not all help is equal. Eating disorder treatment is extremely expensive ($1,000 a day) and so is on-going therapy. And how can you be sure that the treatment you are seeking will ...
Views: 2434 - ***Are Instances of Eating Disorders on the Rise Because of Instagram? - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2017 from Timberline Knolls Treatment CenterSocial media has been a part of the lives of people throughout the world for more than a decade now. Through this time, our lives have changed dramatically in a number of ways. For example, breaking news for major events no longer arrives via the daily newspaper or the evening news; instead, we ...
Views: 4959 - ***Cate Blanchett's Oscar Aura Readings - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Rose RosetreeWhen you think of Academy Awards, do you think "spiritual reading"? If not, why not? Until you're comfortable doing spiritual readings at will, you are missing powerful help in spotting and healing eating disorders. I have an annual custom of doing aura readings, comparing auras of ...
Views: 2837 - ***Chapter 1 – Facing the Fact that Diets Don’t Work - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from Rebecca CooperHave you ever dieted and gained the weight back? Statistics show that sixty-six percent of the American population is overweight. Only one out of 200 dieters loses the weight and keeps it off for a year or more. Out of the 25 million Americans that are seriously dieting in the United States 40 ...
Views: 2086 - ***Do Sororities Cause Eating Disorders? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Rebecca Cooper“A binge-purge party is a harmless way to enjoy some fattening foods without getting fat”, my patient told me. “At my sorority a few of us girls would buy all of the forbidden and fattening foods we have been denying ourselves. Then we would have a binge-purge party. It’s a way to have your cake ...
Views: 1910 - ***Secret Sufferings in Plain Sight - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2013 from Rebecca CooperAmy Winehouse’s brother, Alex, reported to the Observer Magazine (http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2013/jun/23/amy-winehouse-growing-up-sister) that he believes Bulimia killed his sister. Although the family knew Amy suffered from an eating disorder since her early teens, Alex says no ...
Views: 2319 - 10 explanations — and treatments — to your contemptible breath - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from mixail xarapasAre you constantly declining the “sniff verify,” by which you surreptitiously draft into your cupped palms to investigate for pungent breath? Tip: in case you can smell it, then your animation is flat-out bad, as best of us can’t tell on our own, dentists say. if your mouth alarm prices as ...
Views: 1054 - 10 Smartphones from Samsung, Xiaomi, Oppo and Realme will be launched on February 2022 - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2022 from sandeep malikJanuary 2022 starts with bang in terms of the gadget launch. The first month of this year saw the launch of 40-plus gadgets in India, throughout the brand and product categories. February too seems great at launch. india on February 9 Sports Phone 6.43 Inch Full-HD + AMOLED DOT Screen with ...
Views: 592 - 14 Natural Fat Burning Foods – The ultimate secrets to weight loss REVEALED Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from ethan chongOkay, do you know how you can lose weight successfully? Well, to lose weight successfully, you must combine these two methods that complement each other which are nutrition and exercise. Countless people have been scammed by online websites selling magical weight loss pills that are proven NOT ...
Views: 1693 - 14 Natural Fat Burning Foods – The ultimate secrets to weight loss REVEALED Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2013 from ethan chongFirst thing first, have you read my first article on natural fat burning foods? Well, if not, I would advise you to read it first because there is valuable information contained in the first part of the article. As I was saying in part 1, I listed only 6 natural fat burning foods. In this ...
Views: 1341 - 4 Personal Mantras to Help You Overcome Disordered Eating - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2020 from Anica OaksEating disorders are not easily overcome. It takes a lot of hard work and motivation to push through them. Building your toolbox of coping techniques takes time, but there are simple tools you can start using now to help you persist. Mantras are traditionally sacred syllables that are imbued ...
Views: 897 - 4 Steps to Ending Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2007 from Larina KaseOkay, I admit it. I’m an emotional eater. People are often surprised when they hear me say this because I’m so into the psychology of weight loss. But it really isn’t that big of a revelation. The truth is, we’re all emotional eaters. It’s human nature. I’m not going to try to make you never ...
Views: 2223 - 5 Healthy eating tips for Long life - by Submitted on May 04, 2021 from Sri TulasiEating a healthy diet is not about strict limitations, staying unrealistically thin, or depriving yourself of the foods you love. Rather, it’s about feeling great, having more energy, improving your health, and boosting your mood. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be overly complicated. If you ...
Views: 735 - 5 Signs to Look for When Diagnosing Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Emile JarreauBecause of our societies focus on beauty, eating disorders in the US are on the rise. It is estimated that close to 10 million women may be affected by some form of eating disorder and these statistics may be on the rise as well. The causes of eating disorders stem from a variety of issues ...
Views: 1008 - 5 Steps to Building a 6+ Figure Income Health, Fitness and Wellness Business - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Melonie Dodaro5 Steps to Building a 6+ Figure Income Health, Fitness and Wellness Business Do you want to take your health and fitness business to the next level? Then you need to learn how to market your business effectively. In fact, marketing is the lifeblood of any business. You need to get in ...
Views: 3100 - 5 Tips for Breaking the Breakup Binge Habit - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2012 from Shannon LagasseIt would seem that the hardest time to control ourselves around food is when we’re in the middle of a breakup. Does that sound about right? Your boyfriend dumps you (or maybe you dump him) and you’re wallowing around in your misery. Every song on the radio reminds you of some moment in time that ...
Views: 1332 - 5 Tips To Prevent A Binge - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyHere are five tips that I have received from people who are struggling with binge eating disorder. When I was bingeing I used some of these exact tips. The tricks really helped to curb a binge or two. Try them out ad let me know how they work out for you. 1. Become a vegan. I’ve heard ...
Views: 1599 - 5 Ways to Support a Loved one in Eating Disorder Recovery - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2020 from Dixie SomersCurrently, over 30 million Americans suffer from an eating disorder. If the issue is not addressed accordingly, the outcome could be fatal. For instance, one person passes away as a direct result of an eating disorder after every sixty-two minutes. A patient who has irregular eating habits, ...
Views: 763 - 6 Steps to Ending Bad Eating Habits - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2006 from Kathryn Martyn SmithA client wrote, "Help me! I thought I was finally getting a handle on my weight issue but the sugar is killing me. I had an awful day. I won't even tell you what I ate today because it is just so unbelievable. All I will say is that 90% of my food today consisted of sugar! I really, really need ...
Views: 1204 - 6 Ways to Gain Control and Stop Binge Eating - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyAfter you realize that you have binge eating disorder, it’s important to figure out the root of why you binge. The root is the reason you turn to bingeing; it’s why you do what you do. This is one of the first steps you need to figure out as you try to move into binge eating ...
Views: 1761 - 8 Tips on How Binge Eaters Can Improve Their Self-Love - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Kristin GerstleyBinge eating disorder successfully removes any and all of the love that you have for yourself. It makes you feel awful about the person you have become and keeps you feeling down in the dumps quite often. In order to overcome binge eating disorder, it's important that you start rebuilding a ...
Views: 1915 - A Fat Loss Recipe That Will Guarantee YOU Success Both Physically and Mentally - by GUEST ARTICLE! Okay Ladies! Guest Article Number One Is Here! You Bet Ya! Here It Is! A Fat Loss Recipe That Will Guarantee YOU Success Both Physically and Mentally Written Exclusively By former Ms Interior Italia BC and now currently Miss British Columbia, Canada. May I introduce you to Nadia ...
Views: 1256 - A Life Story Of Anorexia-Bulimia Sufferer. Why She Does It And What Is Her Life Like? - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Dr. Irina WebsterPeople often ask me to describe what a day in the life of an anorexic-bulimic sufferer is really like. How do people become eating disorder sufferers and what do sufferers themselves think about their disorder and why they developed it. When I explain to them about the plight of the ...
Views: 5257 - A Look Into Teen Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongThere are more and more cases of teen eating disorders. During adolescence, teens become aware about the importance of looking good. They want to be like the many stars and celebrities that they worship. It is also the time when they begin to want to attract members of the opposite sex. ...
Views: 1265 - A New Way to Treat Addictions and Compulsions - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2018 from Imi LoThe root of any addiction or compulsion is deprivation. Deep-seated,buried, chronic deprivation. The link is often not apparent at first, and the idea of losing the need to control to gain control might seem too contradictory to fathom- especially when we are in the midst of a painful ...
Views: 1590 - Adult Eating Disorders: How to Deal if the Person Doesn’t Admit Having One? - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Dr. Irina WebsterIf you are dealing with an adult who suffers from an eating disorder, then you should adjust your talk to a relevant format. Remember, an adult may use stronger language than a child would use. Do not get angry. It will not do any good, and will probably make things worse. Plus, the sufferer ...
Views: 1699 - Anorexia and Bulimia: Signs and Symptoms - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2007 from Patricia RolesEating Disorders are a Coping Mechanism: Eating disorders develop for a reason. They do not appear out of the blue. The reason may not be apparent initially though as many youth keep their concerns to themselves and don't share their self-doubt, fears and worries. Eating disorders develop as an ...
Views: 4585 - Anorexia Nervosa - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2006 from Greg CulverSelf starvation and excessive weight loss are characteristics of the very serious eating disorder called Anorexia Nervosa. This disease is life threatening, affecting mostly girls (90-95%). Research suggests that between 0.5-1% of the American female population are affected by this serious ...
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