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Comfort eating is a habit practised as a coping mechanism, rather than from hunger, often without taking precautions about the dietary elements of the food ingested. Most times, the food that seems to appease our emotions is rich in fat, sugar and calories, and many have reported having fallen victim to the habit only once they started to recognise changes in their weight and blood pressure. What triggers comfort eating? The habit of comfort eating can be sparked by emotions, good or bad, but stress stands out as a major trigger. Other circumstances include sadness, anxiety, celebration, boredom or loneliness.…

New findings from the University of Houston Department of Health and Human Performance reveal a significant association between a lower number of positive childhood experiences and a higher prevalence of binge-eating disorder characteristics, as well as lower scores for intuitive eating.  Binge eating, which includes consuming a substantial amount of food within a brief timeframe and experiencing a loss of control, is linked to adverse weight-related health effects and challenges in mental well-being. Intuitive eating, which includes listening to the body’s hunger signals and trusting them to guide decisions about what, when, and how much to eat, as well as…

Newswise — New findings from the University of Houston Department of Health and Human Performance reveal a significant association between a lower number of positive childhood experiences and a higher prevalence of binge-eating disorder characteristics, as well as lower scores for intuitive eating. Binge eating, which includes consuming a substantial amount of food within a brief timeframe and experiencing a loss of control, is linked to adverse weight-related health effects and challenges in mental well-being. Intuitive eating, which includes listening to the body’s hunger signals and trusting them to guide decisions about what, when, and how much to eat, as well…

Some ultra-processed foods increase the risk of developing cancer, heart disease and diabetes – but others are good for you, new research into the demonised foodstuffs suggests.A major new international study has found that regular consumption of meat products – such as sausages – and sugary drinks make it more likely that someone will get those diseases.But bread and cereals actually reduce someone’s risk of them – because they contain fibre – despite also being ultra-processed foods (UPF), the same researchers also concluded, in findings published in The Lancet.Similarly, sauces, spreads and condiments are also bad for human health, but…

Two young patients repeatedly attempted to kill themselves in a three-week span earlier this year at a leading Denver eating disorder clinic after a doctor told staff to ignore their behavior, a state investigation found.The two patients — aged 11 and 14 — arrived at the nationally renowned Eating Recovery Center’s Spruce Street clinic in Denver within a day of each other in early June. Both had histories of self-harm and suicidal ideation, in addition to their eating disorders. As their behavior escalated, lower-level staff raised concerns that they weren’t capable of caring for the patients.But the center’s leaders kept…

Investigators from the state Department of Public Health and Environment criticized the Eating Recovery Center’s Spruce Street location for how it treated two suicidal patients. (Eli Imadali/Special to The Denver Post) Two young patients repeatedly attempted to kill themselves in a three-week span earlier this year at a leading Denver eating disorder clinic after a doctor told staff to ignore their behavior, a state investigation found. The two patients — aged 11 and 14 — arrived at the nationally renowned Eating Recovery Center’s Spruce Street clinic in Denver within a day of each other in early June. Both had histories…

This release was first published at usda.gov.WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced an investment of more than $52 million to improve dietary health and access to fresh fruits and vegetables for eligible families.The funds support efforts across three National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) competitive grant programs that make up the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP). The program is named in honor of the former USDA Under Secretary of Agriculture for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services (1997 to 2001).“USDA is delivering on its promise to bolster food and nutrition security for underserved…

The festival of Diwali is synonymous with joyous celebrations and, inevitably, an indulgence in a variety of traditional sweets. However, in the aftermath of these festivities, many succumb to binge eating or overeating sweets and other food items that are rich in fats and carbohydrates.Post-Diwali detoxification is essential to restore balance and health. The excessive consumption of sugar during Diwali can cause blood sugar levels to spike dangerously, affecting every cell in the body due to oxidative damage. This underscores the importance of a detox regimen to mitigate the effects of overindulgence.Detoxification after Diwali should not be an impulsive reaction…

Misfits Market’s mission is to fight food waste. It offers produce, pantry staples, and proteins as well as dairy and bakery items. Oftentimes the produce is funny-looking, or nonperishables may have impending best-by dates, but everything is perfectly safe and usable. It also means the cost is significantly lower than it would be if you went to the store. You might be familiar with Imperfect Foods, which had a similar mission—the service has since merged with Misfits Market.My delivery was mainly produce, all of which was super fresh. Everything was in great shape and either ripe or nearly ripe—nothing was…

Pursuing treatment for an eating disorder or another mental health concern can be incredibly difficult, especially for mothers who may be facing leaving their children and families for the first time. The complexity of this decision can be compounded by the demands of motherhood, which often include sleepless nights, postpartum adjustments, and relationship changes.   Timberline Knolls is here to support mothers and their families during every stage of the recovery journey. By taking a step away from regular life and focusing on healing, a mother can begin making strides toward a happier and more fulfilling life.  Preparing for Treatment  According…