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For Muslim Women, Hijab May Be Linked To Better Body Image
A study at the University of Westminster found that British Muslim women who wear the hijab may have a better body image than those who don’t. Researchers surveyed 587 Muslim women from London between the ages of 18 and 70. Of the women, 218 said they never wear a hijab – the traditional veil that …
Gut Bacteria Imbalance Linked To Anorexia
People with anorexia may have differences in their gut bacteria that make them prone to certain psychological symptoms, according to a new study. The research adds further evidence to the idea that gut microbiota – which is made up of trillions of bacteria – plays a significant role in the development of disease and overall …
A Gene For Overeating? Study Says Some Children Have It, Particularly Girls
New research published in the journal Appetite suggests why some children may be more prone to obesity, and it has to do with a particular gene in the brain’s reward system. The study found that girls are more prone to have a variation in this gene, which can set them up for eating disorders if …
Undercover Investigation Shows That Most Docs Fail At Diagnosing Eating Disorders
Imagine going to your doctor with a list of symptoms that clearly indicate the presence of an eating disorder. Now imagine that your trusted physician laughs at you, brushes off your concerns, or even tells you that you’re being dramatic. That’s exactly what happened to several women who were part of an undercover investigation led …
Harvard University Researchers Working On Weight Loss Pill That Mimics Exercise
American scientists at Harvard University have developed a pill which can copy the positive benefits of exercise in mice. The researchers noted that after just 10 days, obese and sedentary mice were showing improvements in their ability to regulate blood sugar levels and in some instances had actually lost weight. It is hypothesized that long-term …
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To Eat Or Not To Eat: Table For Two?
Recovering from Anorexia is crazy hard, and being 16 and having “Mommy issues” is even harder. Getting pregnant on top of all of that? Well, let’s just say most people would consider that a nightmare. Unfortunately for Kayla Jackson that nightmare is a living reality. The hardest part about an eating disorder is that your …
Who Can Play Bubbles?
????? (Bubbles) is a fun and interactive game, which anyone can play. It is suitable for children, the age, students, and working class. You can play in the office, at the library or even in traffic. Young Children as early as five years old have the chance of playing this game, and they will end …
Fitspiration: An Interview
Fitspiration: An Interview Recently I was given the honor of being asked by Bridget to be interviewed for a feature article she is writing on “use of social media in the proliferation of health and fitness images and notions”. Bridget’s questions covered so many important issues, that I asked if I could publish a copy …
A Government Conspiracy
I know that there a lot of people out there that believe the whole “fast food made me do it” thing. But has anyone actually stopped to think maybe it’s not a government conspiracy? Maybe there really is a problem? Maybe words such as “eating disorders” could be real? Yes, even fast food eating can …
Self Compassion…To What End???
I was excited when I saw the headline of Tara Parker-Pope’s article, “Go Easy on Yourself, A New Wave of Research Urges.” Then a smaller banner headline, “Accepting imperfection may be a first step towards better health.” Finally! An article that will talk about self/size acceptance as a conduit to health. YAY!! Then I had …