What is Bigorexia? Uncommon Eating Disorders Explained
Learn about bigorexia, a little known eating disorder, poorly understood and difficult to diagnose and treat. Bigorexia is believing oneself is too …
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EDNOS: Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified
Learn about Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (EDNOS), a group of eating disorders that do not fall under the recognizable disorders type …
Continue ReadingPica in Adults and Children: The Causes and Treatment for Pica
Nutritional deficiencies can cause children and adults to experience unusual cravings for non- food items, such as dirt, ice and soap. This is an …
Continue ReadingCompulsive Eating Disorder and Food Addiction Facts - Are You a Compulsive Eater?
Uncontrollable eating followed by feelings of guilt and shame, but without the usual purging involved in bulimia. If this is you, it could be food …
Continue ReadingOrthorexia Nervosa - Understanding the Signs, Symptoms and What Orthorexia is
Orthorexia is a commonly misdiagnosed eating disorder. A person with orthorexia has an unhealthy obsession with healthy eating. Get to know signs of …
Continue ReadingThe Role of Genetics in Eating Disorders
Studies of eating habits have indicated that human genetics and our biology may play significant roles in the development of eating disorders. …
Continue ReadingLearn the Warning Signs of Anorexia and Bulimia
Learn what the warning signs of anorexia and bulimia are. Both are dangerous eating disorders that can be helped, especially if recognized early.
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