As part of my overarching commitment to health and wellness, I spend time daily on the treadmill for aerobic exercise. During today's workout, a commercial appeared on the small television screen nearby promising a new life: one of preferred shape, loveliness and happiness. I was being invited to: “Uncover the body I’ve always wanted” - the banner phrase
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Unfortunately, most women spend their days juggling many roles, conflicting commitments and the wants and needs of others. Often we come last, if there’s time. The temptation to reach for food as comfort or distraction can be overwhelming; although the issue is rarely about food — more times than not, the underlying force is emotion. Eating emotionally can
Continue reading » The heart and soul of why women eat…it’s not what you think
With the holidays here, many people have asked me questions about eating disorders: how to recognize warning behaviors, how to handle a person believed to be struggling with an eating disorder, and a few other concerns. The following is a short list of frequently asked questions and answers which are intended to be only an overview. Please visit my website:
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More than 7 million Americans struggle with Binge Eating Disorder, according to a recent Harvard-based study, yet little is known about this condition. While the seriousness of the symptoms and the prediction for outcome are important to understand, the 'bright side' of Binge Eating Disorder is rarely revealed and seldom offered as a resource for the
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