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Eating disorders are mental health conditions that can have severe physical and psychological consequences. They affect individuals of all ages and genders, with women and girls being particularly at risk. If you are searching for a women’s eating disorder program in Las Vegas, NV, Virtue Recovery Las Vegas – Eating Disorders may be a good fit. Our women’s eating disorder treatment program is designed with women and girls in mind. We recognize that eating disorders have unique expressions and can be caused by various factors, including stress, trauma, depression, anxiety, genetics, and other biological or psychological factors. Our experienced clinicians…
Flawed Diagnostic Criteria Are Another ComplicationBeing underweight is a requirement in the diagnostic criteria for anorexia nervosa, according to the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), published by the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Albers points out.As a result, providers are less likely to screen people with larger bodies for eating disorders like anorexia, she says.“Individuals in larger bodies can be engaging in extreme restriction, yet not be classified as having ‘significantly low weight,’ and therefore are unable to receive a diagnosis of anorexia,” Albers says.But higher-weight individuals can certainly have anorexia, as O’Keefe did. The term…
What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder? Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is define as a mental health condition in which a person is preoccupied with one or more perceived defects or flaws in their physical appearance that are not noticeable or appear minor to others. These perceived flaws can cause significant distress and can lead to impaired social, occupational, and other areas of functioning. People with BDD often spend a lot of time and energy trying to hide, cover up, or correct the perceived flaws and may engage in behaviors such as mirror checking, skin picking, excessive grooming, seeking reassurance, or cosmetic…
In response to the low-fat craze of the 1990s, many food companies removed saturated fats from their products, only to replace them with sugars to maintain their palatability. Unfortunately, the resulting products were no healthier than the originals, and the average person today consumes too much saturated fat. Now, a team of Penn State researchers has figured out how to remove some saturated fat, sugar and salt from popular American foods while maintaining their tastiness. The trick? Replacing these overconsumed nutrients with a dose of healthy herbs and spices. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, and…
If your parents ever told you to “slow down” while eating as a kid, you probably rolled your eyes and kept on shoveling dinner into your mouth. But your parents were actually on to something—whether or not they knew exactly why. As it turns out, chewing slowly and thoroughly is not only necessary for actually eating and swallowing food, but also for avoiding a range of digestive woes and health issues as well. We spoke to doctors and nutritionists to find out more about why chewing enough matters for your health, what “enough” actually means (how many times should you…
Research Highlights: Adults at risk for heart disease who participated in produce prescription programs for an average of six months increased their consumption of fruits and vegetables and had reduced blood pressure, body mass index and blood sugar levels. Among adults and children, produce prescription programs also appeared to decrease food insecurity — the lack of equitable and stable availability, access, affordability and consumption of healthy foods and drinks — and improve self-reported health status. Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET Tuesday, August 29, 2023 DALLAS, August 29, 2023 — People at increased risk for cardiovascular disease who participated in…
The mortality rate of eating disorders is the highest of all psychological illnesses, but if you thought they were incurable our expert on this episode of What Makes Up Your Mind has heartening news. Dr. James Lock is Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Pediatrics in the Stanford Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. A global expert on eating disorders, Dr. Lock also directs the Stanford Eating Disorder Program for Children and Adolescents. As he explains in this episode, eating disorders gradually and sneakily take hold mostly in youth, disrupting physical and emotional development. Left unchecked serious and…
Video Replay + Slide Access Enter your email address below to watch the video replay and download the slide presentation, plus get strategies from ADDitude via email. Episode Description Research and clinical data have demonstrated that eating disorders — primarily bulimia and binge eating — often co-occur with an ADHD diagnosis. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the clinical features of various eating disorders and body image problems. Learning about the neurobiological, cognitive, behavioral, and emotional factors that predispose those with ADHD to develop eating disorders is the first step in treating them. The good news is that adults…
You might have found yourself in a situation where you indulged in a bit too much food – maybe during a celebration or a tough day. When that happens, the idea of a detox diet might have crossed your mind – a way to clean the slate and get back on track. But have you ever wondered if a detox diet works after a binge-eating episode? We spoke to Ekta singhwal, MSc (Dietician), Ujala Cygnus Group of Hospitals, who explained if a detox diet can help after binge eating. According to the Journal of Eating Disorders, Binge Eating Disorder (BED)…
Today the World Health Organization releases a new action guide for sports event organizers, Healthier food and healthier food environments at sports events. The publication, developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, Qatar, is directed at sports event organizers. It proposes five actions to achieve healthier food and healthier food environments in and around sports stadia, from improving the food on offer to preventing harmful marketing. The action guide suggests activities that can be carried out during the planning, operational and post-event phases of sports events. The publication can also be used by governments, local authorities and sports stadia…