Health at Every Size & Beyond the Diet

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Man standing with his arms crossed It is impossible to interact with the world today without being constantly inundated with messages about body size, weight, and appearance. Advertisements, headlines, and peers convincing people that they are not enough and that they must change themselves, by any means necessary. People are shamed into participating in unhealthy and ineffective fad diets, cleanses, and [...]
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Anorexia or Orthorexia?

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Woman with Anorexia in the rain Anorexia nervosa and orthorexia nervosa can and often confused with each other. There are some similarities to both disorders, but there are also many differences. Knowing the signs, symptoms, and differences of each disorder can help determine if you or a loved one is struggling with either disorder. Orthorexia Defined Unfortunately, orthorexia is not recognized [...]
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Obesity & Bariatric Surgery: Complications of Unresolved EDs

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Woman standing near water An individual who has bariatric surgery often struggles with emotional and mental issues after the procedure. For those who have unresolved eating disorders, the concerns can be even more profound. Complications such as cross addictions, physical difficulties, and emotional problems can and do arise. When an individual is a candidate for bariatric surgery, it is [...]
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Effective Treatments for Adults Living with ARFID

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Woman in snow considering Intuitive Eating Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is similar to anorexia. People with ARFID eat an extremely limited diet, and in some cases, they skip meals altogether. But people with ARFID don’t have body concerns common in people with anorexia.[1] They don’t worry that they’re too fat or unshapely. Instead, they worry that eating the wrong [...]
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