The DSM IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 4th Edition) defines binge eating disorder as recurring episodes of binge eating behaviors. The characteristics of this disorder include eating large quantities of food within any two hour period throughout the day or night. An individual with compulsive eating behaviors begins to eat; he/she often ...
More than 1,400 people seeking to renew their spirits gathered at the annual Omega NYC conference this weekend where they learned how living more holistically can change both their lives and the world. The conference, held at the Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers , was sponsored by the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, a ...
Anorexia and Bulimia are serious compulsive eating disorders that are life threatening. These compulsive behaviors if not properly attended can result in death. This is not to scare you but to inform you that eating disorders are quite serious. I would like to shed some light on a serious subject that many do not like ...
If you’re like me and struggle with compulsive overeating, you probably put food in your mouth other than three times a day. But if you ever want to stop and get control of your problem, you need to learn the freedom of abstaining from compulsive overeating—especially between meals and after dinner. It’s easier than done, ...
She’s known for having one of the best bodies in the business. Supermodel, Gisele Bundchen dominates the runway with her long, legs and long, slim build. Gisele is obviously blessed with good genetics and youth, but how much of her enviable body is related to good diet and exercise habits? Are there Giselle Bundchen diet ...
The same withdrawal symptoms that you might have from any other addiction are just as present with those who have a food addiction. Those symptoms include anything from insomnia, to the jitters, to mood swings, and more. The difference between food addiction and other addictions is that you can’t just cut food from your life. ...
Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a relatively rare disorder of chromosome 15. The genetic cause of Prader-Willi is the absence or loss of three genes normally contributed by the father, and it is often difficult to diagnose. PWS is characterized in infancy by hypotonia or undeveloped muscle tone, failure to thrive, and problems with feeding. As ...
Strange cravings are common during pregnancy. Everyone’s heard about the Ice Cream and Pickles phenomenon. It’s completely normal and except for grossing out one’s friends, completely harmless. Sometimes, however, pregnant women get Pica, which can be harmful to both the woman and baby. Having the facts can help both to prevent and properly treat it, ...
When I was in high school, a friend of mine suffered from a binge eating disorder, which eventually turned into full blown bulimia. She would eat massive quantities of junk food, then start acting very strangely. Eventually, she would run off by herself to a bathroom where she would then make her herself throw up ...
There is a genetic defect that is estimated to afflict one in 5,000 obese people. It’s believed that currently, about 12,000 U.S. people have been diagnosed with this problem: Prader-Willi syndrome. Persistent hunger, feelings of starvation, all while the person may eat 20,000 calories a day. It’s also assumed that a number of people are ...
