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According to a recent editorial pictorial in January’s PLUS Model magazine, most of the runway models meet the criteria of anorexics when it comes to their body mass index. Half of today’s U.S. women wear sizes 14 or bigger which makes it hard for them to find clothing as most stores carry only 14 and smaller. (more…)
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A "plus-sized" model today is about the same size as a supermodel in the 1990s, according to PLUS Model Magazine. Even though half of all American women wear a size 14 or above, most models wear size six and under, and most retail clothing stores do not even carry clothes for females who wear size 14 or above. (more…)
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The University of Sydney has found a new approach for diagnosing anorexia patients and it could have significant influence on recovery and treatment options. The approach may also reduce the strain on the public health system, according to a recent online article. (more…)
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Reports have surfaced showing that young children are increasingly being admitted to treatment programs for eating disorders. Children in elementary school are aware of their body image and the pressure to be thin. In light of the national obesity epidemic, some children are inundated with messages focusing on weight, health and fitness. (more…)
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Eating disorders wreak havoc on the body in many ways. Bulimia, anorexia nervosa, and obesity strip the body of proper nutrients and kick hormones out of balance. But, not only can these disorders cause excessive weight gain or loss, but also a painful life-altering condition-infertility. (more…)
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Female college athletes are at a higher risk of developing eating disorders than their male counterparts, and at a higher risk than females who do not participate in sports, according to an article posted on Yahoo Sports. Certain sports, according to the article, tend to be associated with especially high rates of eating disorders, including gymnastics, dance, running and swimming. (more…)
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An article posted on The News-Herald, based in Northern Ohio, discusses the recent increases reported for eating disorders in children. Not only has there been a jump in the number of children admitted to hospitals for eating disorders, but the average age of children struggling with eating disorders is getting lower. (more…)
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Traditionally, the general perception has been that eating disorders are a lifestyle choice that primarily affects women. As research leads to a greater understanding of eating disorders, they are recognized as a serious mental disorder that affects individuals of all ages, both genders and all races. (more…)
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In the United States, the buzzword for health in 2011 is obesity. The news is full of stories about the rising rates of obesity, especially among children. Schools are increasing education about healthy eating choices and encouraging parents to increase their children’s physical activity in the evening hours. (more…)
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Young girls making the transition into adolescence often struggle with their appearance, but at times that insecurity can become a more serious problem with body satisfaction. When body satisfaction is a severe problem, a condition known as body image distortion can lead to the development of an eating disorder. (more…)
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