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While eating disorders like anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge eating disorder (BED) can be debilitating to experience on a mental, physical, and emotional level, they can also be maddeningly complicated to treat, thanks to the vast patchwork of insurance coverage and countless caveats involved in getting care paid for. Many people wonder, “Is an eating disorder a disability,” thinking that it may be easier to obtain disability benefits than insurance coverage. That answer, too, is unfortunately complicated and colored with many shades of gray. Is an Eating Disorder a Disability? The idea of what is considered a disability is nearly always in flux,…
The pressure to have the “perfect” body — as in, one that aligns with the current, idealized, unattainable standard at the moment — is as intense as ever. From preteens to parents, no one is immune to getting self-conscious or insecure about their body, a feeling that can sometimes spiral into an eating disorder with dangerous health consequences. And while these conditions can affect anyone, celebrities have started coming forward over the past few decades to talk about how eating disorders have impacted their lives. Related story Lionel Richie Just Gave a Positive Update on King Charles’ Health: ‘He Is…
BBC/Louise FewsterStacey’s teenage daughter is getting treatment for a severe eating disorder 125 miles away from their home in ScarboroughVulnerable children with eating disorders are being sent to live more than 100 miles from their families because of a shortage of beds in local specialist hospitals.The mother of one 14-year-old girl from Scarborough who is being treated for anorexia nervosa 125 miles away at a specialist private hospital on the NHS said her daughter felt “abandoned”.Stacey, 39, told the BBC the teenager had begged her to visit more often but the distance meant she could only make the journey on…
When it comes to healthy eating, South Indian cuisine is often considered as one of the best options in the country. With its emphasis on fermented foods, whole grains, and nutrient-dense ingredients, it is no wonder that this regional cuisine has gained a reputation for being both delicious and good for you. But is it truly the healthiest cuisine in India? We spoke to Shivam Dubey, who is a celebrated Health Coach and Fitness Influencer, and here’s what he has to say about it.“One of the standout features of South Indian cuisine is its reliance on fermented foods like Idli,…
There are a lot of common phrases in recovery such as: Recovery isn’t linear Recovery is a process Relapses happen Relapses are a part of the process Recovery is a journey One part of the process that isn’t often described with a catchy phrase, but is felt frequently, is feeling stuck. There isn’t movement forward towards treatment goals and there isn’t movement backwards. It is just stagnant. This can be a very frustrating place to be in because of the drive to keep moving forward and achieve desired outcomes. It can also lead to hopelessness if it feels impossible to…
The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe.The following is a list of restaurants in Richmond and Columbia counties that have been inspected between May 3 and 9, accompanied by their scores and, in some cases, the health infractions that lowered those scores.Disclaimer: On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. A few more recent, follow-up inspections may…
CNN — When you open a bag of nacho-flavored chips or cheese puffs, you probably know that you’re about to indulge in an unhealthy snack. The dead giveaway? It’s the yummy, spicy, cheesy, neon-orange dust that coats each morsel and gets all over your fingers. Ditto for a frozen pizza and chicken nuggets. But what about a granola bar? An applesauce pouch? String cheese? Flavored yogurt? Surely these foods — snacks that millions of children and adults eat every day — are not bad, right? Well, it turns out that many fall under the category of ultraprocessed foods — depending on…
Non-perishable foods to pack in the event of an evacuation. | Priya Hutner The risk of wildfires is terrifying and the time to prepare for the possibility of fire is now. Along with other emergency preparations, it is essential to ensure that food and supplies are on hand in the event of an evacuation and upon returning home. Healthy foods and snacks can be beneficial during a stressful situation. Emergency service organizations recommend having a three-day supply of non-perishable food and water in your Go Bag. It is also recommended to have at least two weeks’ worth of food in…
The May episodes of Omnivore feature not-to-be-missed expert commentary on the latest food system innovations, challenges, and cutting-edge science. Katharina Diehl, scaling specialist at HarvestPlus, talks about the impact HarvestPlus’ work has had in Nairobi and what it plans to do with the Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge Grand Prize to scale the impact. Professor Anuradha Prakash talks about how to bring business skills into food science curricula through Chapman University’s dual MS/MBA program. IFT President-Elect Chris Daubert discusses the impact of the looming enrollment cliff on feeding the talent pipeline in the food sciences. Plus: This episode…
Czech start-up Bene Meat Technologies has released the first samples of its cultured meat for pet food, and is currently looking for an industry partner who will allow the product to appear on shelves in a number of markets by the end of this year.Tomaš Kubeš, the company’s cofounder, told Petfood Industry that at this year’s Interzoo 2024 show in Nuremberg, Germany, the company presented the first samples of cultivated meat chunks in gravy for cats and dogs, manufactured with the use of cultivated cells.“We’re leading the race for the introduction of cultivated meat into pet food, and we’re looking for partners who…