 Category: Eating Disorders
Category: Health and Fitness >> Eating Disorders<< previous page 1 2 next page >> by Greg Ellis  [ 2009-09-25 ] “It’s not the minutes you spend at the table that make you fat, it’s the seconds!” This was quipped by a late night TV host on the topic of being overweight. Indeed, the not-so-secret tip to stave off overeating is to savor the food and, thus, chew it very slowly. The benefit of this simple technique is to settle down the hunger pangs before a person decides to pile up the servings and commits overindulgence in the process. by Jyoti Mali  [ 2009-06-23 ] Article talks about the rising problem of eating disorders. It emphasize on cognitive behavioral therapy that has widely been accepted all across the world. by Rebecca Brown  [ 2009-05-06 ] Health is the major concern worldwide. Nowadays eating disorders has become the most common problem. An eating disorder is to eat, or evade eating, which pessimistically affects physically and mentally. Eating disorders are all encircling by Richard Bean  [ 2009-04-20 ] Today we will guide you about how to lose weight with the application of the diet pills and where can you find the discount diet pills. Diet pills have made a revolution in the market ever since its inception and the fact is that it is selling like hot cakes. Diet pills are made primarily to reduce your weight with the least amount of difficulty. A person does not have many chances if he is gaining weight because today obesity has been termed as a disease rather than a phenomenon. by Sajid Latif [ 2009-04-10 ] Everyone needs food to survive. But for some people, food can become an overwhelming and destructive force by Rebecca Brown  [ 2009-02-24 ] Eating Disorder problems are a worldwide concern for health issues. But in America, the abuse has magnified to a great scale. The disease affects an individual mentally as well as physically. A person’s eating habits are indicative of his condition in the usual life. For instance, a person who is depressed due to relationship problems feels eating more might relieve him/her off the stress by Nick Mutt  [ 2009-02-21 ] In this article we have discussed about night eating syndrome. People suffering from this disorder are not conscious during such eating episodes. The foods consumed during the disorder periods are most likely to be high-sugar, high-fat foods. by Robin Mart  [ 2009-01-17 ] South Asians are genetically different from the rest of the world. This makes them more prone to lifestyle related diseases like obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. by peter hutch  [ 2008-12-27 ] Eating disorders are illnesses that cause severe changes in eating behaviors and related thoughts about body image. The two main types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa or anorexia, and bulimia nervosa or bulimia. However, many children affected do not fit all of the requirements for these specific disorders by peter hutch  [ 2008-12-17 ] Eating disorders are some of the most destructive illnesses today. Although a commonly used term, the meaning is often a source of confusion for many people. Basically, eating disorders happen to people whose diet patterns have gone awry somewhere along the way and ultimately lead to eating habits that are damaging and dangerous. by Brayan Peter  [ 2008-07-18 ] Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the large bowel better known in medical circles as colon. Irritable bowel syndrome is not a disease. It can be defined as functional disorder, meaning that certain organs do not function correctly. by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-08 ]
Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating foods that have harmful organisms in them. These harmful germs can include bacteria, parasites, and viruses. They are mostly found in raw meat, chicken, fish, and eggs, but can spread to any type of food by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-04 ]
Bulimia nervosa is known as bulimia asnd it is a type of eating disorder. Some people have bulimia, but eats a lot of food in a short amount of time known as bingeing and then tries to prevent weight gain by purging by peter hutch  [ 2008-07-04 ]
Constipation, costiveness, or irregularity, is a condition of the digestive system in which a person (or animal) experiences hard feces that are difficult to expell. This usually happens because the colon absorbs too much water from the food by peter hutch  [ 2008-06-26 ]
In most cases of foodborne illness (food poisoning), symptoms resemble intestinal flu and last a few hours to several days. But in cases of botulism, or when food poisoning strikes infants, the ill, the elderly, or those with compromised immune systems by Mumtaz Pachisa  [ 2008-06-16 ] Heart disease or cardiovascular disease (CVD), which is the leading cause of death in many countries including the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom, is caused by our daily habits of what we do and what we do not do. Thus, it is very much up to us to improve our habits and our lifestyle to reduce the risk of developing heart ailments and maintain a healthy heart. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-29 ] To really understand how to address this problem, it's important to realize what causes most cases of heartburn so that you can actually correct the problem itself and not just address the symptoms with harsh chemicals and drugs. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-28 ] The many signs and symptoms of colitis include pain and tenderness in the midsection, increased frequency of one's bowel habits, bloody stools, rapid weight loss, fever, mucus in the stool, and digestive symptoms such as gas, bloating, indigestion, heartburn, acid reflux disease, and chronic cramps. While some who have colitis may have diarrhea, many have constipation or no change in their stools. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-28 ] Crohn's disease is usually considered an autoimmune disease and can actually affect any area of the digestive system, from the mouth to the anus. This is why symptoms are different for each sufferer and individual. Most doctors believe that it has genetic origins since it seems to run in families and appears to be inherent in many cases. by David Cowley  [ 2008-05-28 ] If you're searching for ways to improve your digestion, you're not alone. There are many stomach and digestive ailments and conditions that interfere with one's quality of life, and chances are that they are more common than you might realize. Of all the medical conditions and concerns that people readily talk about with others, problems with digestion are not usually spoken about in polite company! by peter hutch  [ 2008-05-24 ]
Binge eating also occurs in another eating disorder called bulimia nervosa. Persons with bulimia nervosa, however, usually purge, fast, or do strenuous exercise after they binge eat. Purging means vomiting or using a lot of diuretics (water pills) or laxatives to keep from gaining weight by peter hutch  [ 2008-05-13 ] Vomiting or vemesis is a biological defense mechanism. It is a reflex activity, which refers to the forceful oral expulsion of stomach contents. The actual function of vomiting is to remove toxic or harmful substances from the body after ingestion. However, vomiting is multifactorial in origin and can be caused due to various reasons. Retching is the sustained contraction of the chest and abdominal muscles that accompanies before or during vomiting. by peter hutch  [ 2008-05-10 ] Eating habits also tend to affect body odor. Avoid consuming refined foods; hydrogenated oils and other processed foods. Eat healthy food that contains loads of fiber, whole grains, wheat, soy products and green leafy veggies. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-05-07 ] Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate a protein called gluten, found in wheat, rye, and barley. Gluten is found mainly in foods but may also be found in products we use every day, such as stamp and envelope adhesive, medicines, and vitamins. by peter hutch  [ 2008-05-06 ] Diet is of utmost importance in the treatment of amnesia. It should be so arranged as to provide all essential nutrients as even a single nutritional deficiency can cause anxiety neurosis in susceptible people. Older persons suffering from amnesia should avoid tea, coffee, alcohol, chocolate and cola, all white flour products, sugar, food colorings, chemical additives, white rice and strong condiments. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-05-06 ] Urticaria is usually caused by straight contact with an allergenic substance, or an immune reaction to food or some other allergen, but can also appear for other reasons. Urticarial disease is supposed to be caused by the release of histamine and other mediators of inflammation (cytokines) from cells in the skin. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-05-03 ] Almost everyone overeats on occasion, having seconds or thirds of a holiday meal or devouring an entire bag of chips while watching a scary movie. Sometimes, though, overeating becomes a regular occurrence, shrouded in shame and secrecy. It's called binge-eating disorder, a serious eating disorder in which you frequently consume unusually large amounts of food. by peter hutch  [ 2008-04-16 ] Eating disorders involve extreme disturbances in eating behaviors—following rigid diets, gorging on food in secret, throwing up after meals, obsessively counting calories. But eating disorders are more complicated than just unhealthy dietary habits. At their core, eating disorders involve distorted, self-critical attitudes about weight, food, and body image. It’s these negative thoughts and feelings that fuel the damaging behaviors.
by Rachel Broune  [ 2008-04-06 ] Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. There is good news though, eating disorders can be beaten. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-04-04 ] Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. There is good news though, eating disorders can be beaten. You do not have to be a prisoner to this anymore. You have the power within yourself to beat this and you will. Recovery takes a lot of time and hard work, but in the end it is all worth it. by peter hutch  [ 2008-04-04 ] Split ends are the easiest type of hair damage to control. Split ends are the result of normal hair wear and tear, but can also by toweling your hair too vigorously when it is wet, over blow drying, and excessive coloring, bleaching, or perms. Another factor that can lead to split-ends is sun exposure. Fine hair is especially prone to splitting. by Corwin Brown  [ 2008-03-25 ] Indigestion is a condition that is frequently caused by eating too fast, especially by eating high-fat foods quickly. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-04 ] Heartburn is a burning feeling in the middle of your chest caused by acid leaking upwards from the stomach into the esophagus, or swallowing tube. Doctors call this reflux esophagitis. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-04 ] The first step is to brace yourself for the challenge; it goes without saying that bad habits are hard go break. When you’re trying to eliminate something that has become a part of your life, by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-03 ] Many people worry about their weight, what they eat, and how they look. This is especially true for teenagers and young adults, who face extra pressure to fit in and look attractive at a time when their bodies are changing.
by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-03 ] Breakfast is the most important meal, setting the stage for metabolic function, getting the intestinal tract in motion and giving the body the energy needed to work. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-03-03 ] Flexibility is extremely important when you are young as well as when you are older. Flexibility can help you with sports, work, and help you have healthier mobility when you age. by Dr Anne [ 2008-02-27 ] Binge eating involves more than just eating a lot. With binge eating, a person feels out of control and powerless to stop eating while he or she is doing it. by Dr Anne [ 2008-02-27 ] Eating disorders are one of the unspoken secrets that permeate many families. Millions of Americans are afflicted with this disorder every year, and most of them -- up to 90 percent -- are adolescent and young women. by Peter sams  [ 2008-02-20 ] Generally, eating disorders involve self-critical, negative thoughts and feelings about body weight and food, and eating habits that disrupts normal body function, and daily life activities. A person with anorexia by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-02-16 ] Cholesterol is a fatty wax lipid that can be found in the cell membranes of humans and animals. Cholesterol is a tricky little devil, because if it gets out of hand you could have a serious health risk, including heart attack and other potentially fatal conditions. That is why it is so important to have a low cholesterol diet, because it reduces your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. by Dr John Anne  [ 2008-02-16 ] Below are some simple foods that can be included in diet as they are cholesterol lowering. Apples: Pectin present in the apple is a soluble fiber that helps draw cholesterol out of the system. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2008-01-09 ] With the holidays passing, it’s time to get back into shape after eating so many holiday treats. You may be tempted to buy into one of those wacky diets you’ve heard about—the grapefruit diet or fruit diet—but that will only lead you to yo-yo dieting, where your weight fluctuates drastically. For the best information about the healthiest diets, visit New You. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2008-01-09 ] If you’re experiencing irritating ups and downs in your weight and can’t seem to find a diet that will work for you, it’s time that you headed over to New You. New You is comprised of a staff of licensed professionals who know the healthiest and safest ways to diet and want to pass this valuable information on to you. by Peter rodrick  [ 2007-11-27 ] The stomach generally secrets acid, which is an essential substance in digestive process. This acid will help in breaking down the food during the digestion and when there is excess production of the acid in the stomach, it turns in the condition called as acidity or APD - acid peptic disorder. Generally, there are some protective mechanisms naturally present in the body, in the stomach and the proximal intestines. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-11-05 ] So you want to lose some weight. Dieting is typically one of the first resources that we tap into when dealing with being slightly or extremely overweight. You begin to research different diets and realize that there are so many! How do you choose which diet is right for you—and the healthiest way to shed the pounds? by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-11-05 ] In this day and age, we’re always doing our best to stay fit and be as healthy as we can be. In addition to these two reasonable desires, it’s important for us to maintain a stable and healthy self image. Too often, there are women who go to extremes to make themselves feel attractive. by Katie Monroe [ 2007-11-01 ] Most of us overeat from time to time, and some of us often feel we have eaten more than we should have. Eating a lot of food does not necessarily mean that you have binge eating disorder. by Katie Monroe [ 2007-11-01 ] Most of us overeat from time to time, and some of us often feel we have eaten more than we should have. Eating a lot of food does not necessarily mean that you have binge eating disorder. by Juliet Cohen  [ 2007-09-17 ] Eating disorders are often described as an outward expression of internal emotional pain and confusion. Eating disorders afflict millions of people, thousands of which will die from them yearly. |