“With the ‘wellness world’ forever growing, pursuit of the ‘healthiest’ diet is at an all-time high. Yet along the way, it seems that just about every food group has been vilified, eating styles criticized and weird concoctions seen as the ‘holy grail’. The nutrition world has become a minefield.” So says Rebecca Jennings, nutritional therapist […]
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Anorexia nervosa is one of the most severe psychiatric diseases in female adolescents. Its origin is co-conditional on a series of biological and genetic factors and must be treated in its early stages. In the process, not only the patients themselves, but also the personal environment experiences psychological stress, which can influence the healing process. […]
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This week is Eating Disorders Week. Beat is the UK’s leading charity supporting anyone affected by eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, EDNOS or any other difficulties with food, weight and shape. This week Beat calls upon the Government and NHS to increase awareness. More than one in three adults (34%) in the UK, who gave an […]
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The first thing to remember is that weight loss may have a variety of causes, and it’s important not to jump to conclusions. If you notice that your child is too thin, or has lost a significant amount of weight, get them seen by a GP who can provide a thorough physical assessment. The situation […]