These are all symptoms of exercise bulimia, a condition that, while lesser known than eating disorders like anorexia, is more common in men than you’d think. Do you find yourself plagued with ...
People with exercise bulimia work out excessively in an attempt to lose weight. It can cause a range of complications, including frequent injuries, organ damage, and hormonal issues. Some people with ...
“It was really scary to be allowed to exercise again. I wasn’t sure where to start or how to even exercise again without it being an eating disorder trigger.” —DB, age 34, lives in Colorado, USA ...
Anorexia and bulimia are not the only eating disorders, doctors warn. April 14, 2012— -- intro: For decades, the eating disorder lexicon had two main entries: anorexia and bulimia. But modern ...
Eating disorders often function as coping strategies. They offer a sense of control when life feels uncontrollable, structure when everything feels chaotic, and distraction from emotions that feel ...
Eating disorders have the second-highest mortality rate of any mental illness. And yet, they're often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed because of stereotypes and stigmas encountered by patients. However ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. author of Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Balance. Statistics show that most Americans spend an average of 10 ...
A systematic review of 16 studies suggests that mandatory out-of-home nutrition labels may reinforce disordered eating behaviors, raising concerns for policymakers. Study: Impact of out-of-home ...