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A recent study by Case Western Reserve University used national data from U.S. military veterans with diabetes to validate and modify a widely accepted model used to predict the risk of heart failure in diabetic patients. The model, called the WATCH-DM score, is used to predict the likelihood of heart failure in diabetes patients within five years. But because it overlooks the influence of social determinants of health‚ such as housing, food and a patient’s neighborhood, the researchers used a social deprivation index (SDI), a multi-component summary score, to adjust the WATCH-DM score. The SDI, introduced by the Robert Graham Center, a group of clinical…
Radish (Raphanus sativus) is a vegetable that belongs to the Brassicaceae (cruciferous) family, which includes broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale. Radishes, originally from Asia, are good for you and may offer some benefits. These vegetables, for example, are a source of disease-fighting antioxidants and help lower blood glucose (sugar). There are many ways to enjoy this crisp, refreshing vegetable and several reasons to eat it often. You can roast, grill, or sauté radish slices to dip into tahini or add them raw to salads and sandwiches. Read on to learn about the possible health benefits and nutrition of radishes. Emir…
It’s often expected to be the “happiest day of your life”, but the preparation for Brianna Woodward’s wedding had her crumpled on the kitchen floor, sobbing.The 36-year-old has struggled with body image and eating disorder symptoms since her early teens, but only received targeted psychological treatment briefly several years ago, after a dentist noticed the enamel of her teeth was eroding due to purging behaviour.Although her partner made her feel deserving of love “from the very beginning” of their relationship back in 2013, when it came to planning their wedding, Woodward became overwhelmed with fears around receiving so much attention.“I…
Contributed by Canopy Cove Exercise is a crucial component of good health, but when exercise is taken to an extreme, it can negatively impact one’s health and well-being. This is often the case when considering the role of exercise in eating disorders (EDs). Exercise is defined as any physical activity undertaken with a specific objective such as the improvement of fitness, health, or physical performance. For individuals who have a healthy relationship with exercise, exercising is a source of fun, pleasure, and connection. They “want to” exercise for these internal, joy-based motivating factors. [1, 4] On the other hand, those…
Contributed by Canopy Cove The holidays are often pictured as a time of joy, peace, and merriment with happy families sharing idyllic gifts and gathering around a large table with an abundance of traditional holiday foods. However, the reality of the holidays looks far different from what is often pictured in advertisements, TV shows, or movies. This is especially true for someone suffering from an eating disorder during Holiday meal time. Coping With Challenges During Holiday Meal Time The reality is we are often overly stressed trying to cram in every last family gathering, school event, extracurricular recital, and/or office…
This Blog on Unhealthy Body Image Contributed by Canopy Cove Body image is how you perceive your body when you look in the mirror or when you picture yourself in your mind. Unfortunately, many people have an unhealthy body image. There are at least five signs and symptoms that are exhibited when someone is struggling with a negative image of themselves. Body image includes: [1] What you believe about your own appearance (including your memories, assumptions, and generalizations). How you feel about your body – including your height, shape, and weight. How you sense and control your body as you…
Contributed by Canopy Cove Orthorexia and Healthy Eating What is considered “healthy” eating can concisely be defined as “eating a variety of foods that give you the nutrients you need to maintain your health, feel good, and have energy [1].” The initial intention of this is often to improve daily living by nourishing oneself in a way that promotes individual optimal functioning and decerning between Orthorexia and healthy eating. The sad truth is that this concept has now been distorted less to focus on adequately fueling the body but more to obtain a particular physical appearance. This is often where the…
Contributed by Canopy Cove The holiday season is characterized by many traditions and behaviors depending on your culture. However, one that is universal is the focus on food. Here are some BED recovery tips. For many, this is exciting, but, for those struggling with Binge Eating Disorder (BED), it opens a Pandora’s Box of emotions, concerns, and fears. It is possible to enjoy your holidays and maintain your recovery and these BED Recovery Tips will give you the foundation to do just that. BED Recovery Tips Be Present It is easy to get swept up in the bustle of the…
By Evie Rose, Guest ContributorI couldn’t tell you the exact moment that my relationship with eating became disordered. It happened gradually. You don’t just wake up one day and decide to ‘try’ anorexia. The thoughts and behaviours creep up on you slowly, and contrary to what people often assume about eating disorders, they are rarely about the food or one’s weight. I started to become very body conscious in my teenage years, at a time when things felt very out of control in my life. To avoid the feelings I was experiencing internally, I began to fixate on my external…
Anyone who saw Asif Kapadia’s 2015 documentary Amy is well aware of the injustices faced by Amy Winehouse during her 27 years of life. She endured addiction to alcohol and drugs, as well as bulimia, depression and self-harm. In Blake Fielder-Civil, she married a fame-hungry leech who has said he got her into crack and heroin. (“Of course I regret it,” he later said.) Her father, Mitch Winehouse, is depicted (in a portrayal he disputes) as absent until she finds success; as the song goes, he agreed with his daughter that she didn’t need to go to rehab when her…