Nutrition

Developing a healthy and balanced relationship with food is essential to healing disordered eating patterns. Common signs of disordered eating include an obsession with food and weight, restrictive eating patterns, and distorted body image. Professional help is essential for recognizing and addressing disordered eating; options include registered dietitians, nutritionists, and eating disorder treatment centers. Strategies […]

You may think sugar is a harmless white powder that makes your coffee a little sweeter. However, the truth is that sugar can have some serious adverse effects on your health. Here’s a closer look at why you should be careful about how much sugar you consume. Cavities One of the most well-known effects of

While most people are aware of the physical effects of obesity, such as heart disease and diabetes, there are other, less obvious effects that can be just as damaging. Here are a few unexpected effects of obesity and what you can do to mitigate them: Difficulty sleeping When you are obese, your sleep patterns can

A healthy lifestyle is something that people usually attempt to get. Most people have an idea of a healthy lifestyle but often struggle to make it a reality. Many things can get in the way of a healthy lifestyle, but going on a diet will be one of the top priorities. Unfortunately, many people fail

You might not think of your teeth when you consider what to choose for breakfast, but it’s important. The right foods will help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. The wrong ones can make your teeth more vulnerable to both problems. Those who have bad nutrition are more prone to dental problems. They may end

Anorexia nostalgia is something a lot of recovering patients go through, but are almost always silent about. For a good reason: looking back at the eating disorder and feeling a longing for it isn’t exactly the kind of news you want to tell family and friends. It’s shameful. It’s a step backwards. But the truth

Each year, the number of people obsessing over their health grows — as it should. Often referred to by society as health nuts, they are open to trying different methods of losing and maintaining weight aside from the conventional ways, such as eating healthy and doing regular exercise. The internet and media are of great