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What if I told you that loving your body is good, but it’s not enough — and that there’s a way to help everyone in the world feel better about their bodies?If you’ve only been familiar with body positivity so far, it’s great, but it’s just a start. Come with me as we explore body liberation, how it’s different from body positivity, and why the world needs both. What is body positivity?Body positivity can be defined as the concept that all bodies have worth as they exist today, and that everyone deserves to feel good about our bodies. It’s a…

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The study published in Cureus has uncovered the discrepancy between the reliability and reach of YouTube videos that cover anorexia nervosa topics. The study found that content posted by healthcare organizations Hannah Birch, PhD, and John F. Goodyear, as well as news sources and patients, tend to attract more attention to engagement.Anorexia nervosa is a severe eating disorder that involves intense fear of gaining weight, a negative self-image, and self-imposed starvation. It is most frequently experienced by women, but it can affect men as well. The health implications of this eating disorder are severe, including cardiovascular complications, menstrual irregularities, and…

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What you feed your cat is one of the most important investments you can make into their health and happiness. Because felines have unique dietary needs, choosing one of the best cat foods is essential for their overall well-being. Our top pick overall, Orijen’s Original Cat, is rich in high-quality animal proteins and other nutrients, providing a balanced option for cats at every stage of life. Some of our favorite high-quality cat foods come from Open Farm, Orijen and Tiki Cat.Illustration: Forbes / Image: Retailers Compared to dogs, “cats are strict carnivores and have higher protein needs,” says veterinarian Dr.…

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Hi everybody! Remember me? In the likelihood that you don’t, my name is Lindsey and I’m the long ago author behind this blog about eating disorders, recovery and treatment … which has admittedly sat defunct now for 4 years. Womp womp. I could go into the multitude of reasons why I departed from eating disorder blogging (my freelance PR/writing career took over, I moved into a van, I went rootless and have been traveling for years, I got tired of it, etc) but really there’s no point in mulling over the past (says someone who pretty much only enjoys mulling…

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When it comes to overall health goals, most of us think of our exercise routine and eating a balanced diet. Those are two important parts of the foundation of wellness, but there’s another important part you might be overlooking: your vision. By focusing on ways to protect your eyes daily, you can maintain your vision health for the future.Thankfully, making an impact on your eye health is easier than you may think. A simple (and delicious) way to do this is to focus on eating eye-healthy foods. Below is a roundup of some the most nutritious foods for your peepers. You…

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Being isolated, especially for an extended period, can be very difficult on mental and physical health. It often leads to loneliness, sadness, or distress that comes from a sense of disconnection from others. It’s not just physical solitude but also a lack of meaningful social connections that can bring on these feelings. Many people struggling with physical or emotional isolation turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms, including eating disorder behaviors, to help. If someone is already struggling with disordered eating, isolation can also play an important role in prolonging those behaviors. In this article, we will discuss strategies to overcome isolation…

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A bill known as the TRUTH in Labeling Act has been sitting before Congress since late 2023. If passed, it would require U.S. food manufacturers to add a second nutrition label to the front of product packages, in addition to the ones currently found on the back or side panel. It would also require the label to highlight any potentially unhealthy ingredients in the product, such as the amount of sugar, sodium and saturated fat it contains. The proposed legislation would provide consumers with a standardized, easy-to-read and quick way to decide whether a product is a healthy choice. Should…

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This post is all about my pregnancy, birth and postpartum recovery. If you have been following me then maybe you saw my last video (almost 2 years ago) where I talked about my fertility journey and shared the exciting news of my pregnancy. If you haven’t seen that video, click HERE. Since then, many of you have asked about my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience, as these can be especially triggering periods for anyone in recovery from an eating disorder. Today, I’m sharing my journey with you, including some tips that helped me navigate these life changes without relapsing.  …

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This post is all about my pregnancy, birth and postpartum recovery. If you have been following me then maybe you saw my last video (almost 2 years ago) where I talked about my fertility journey and shared the exciting news of my pregnancy. If you haven’t seen that video, click HERE. Since then, many of you have asked about my pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience, as these can be especially triggering periods for anyone in recovery from an eating disorder. Today, I’m sharing my journey with you, including some tips that helped me navigate these life changes without relapsing.  …

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Our food should be nourishing and safe to eat.But more than 10,000 chemicals, some of which are potentially toxic, are allowed in cereal, snacks, meat and many other types of food sold in the U.S.Almost 99 percent of food chemicals introduced since 2000 were greenlighted for use by food and chemical companies rather than properly reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration. Many of these widely used chemicals are associated with major health harms, including increased risk of cancer, developmental harm and hormone disruption.These substances end up in what we eat, thanks to a legal loophole that allows food ingredients…

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