Meditation, an ancient religious and spiritual tradition, is the practice of training your mind to induce a sense of calm and relaxation. All you need to meditate is a quiet, comfortable spot and a few minutes. It requires no equipment or special...
The idea of sitting as a healing mechanism may seem ludicrous to those in the throes of an eating disorder. Yet dozens of scientific studies have shown that mindfulness as practiced in Zen meditation can be very helpful to those struggling to...
In her book "Need to know? Detox," published in 2007, health writer Gill Paul attributes weight loss during a seven-day detox to the elimination of most sugars, fats and other calorie-laden foods from your diet. She advises preparing your body...
Mind-body therapies focus on the connection between your brain, mind, emotions, body and behavior and their impact on overall health. Therapies include activities such as breathing techniques, meditation, visualization or physical movements. Some...
If you experience unintended weight loss that can not be explained by an increase in exercise or a decrease in caloric intake, monitor it carefully so you have the information if needed for medical diagnosis. Record your weight each week, and...
Family intervention strategies are often used to motivate a loved one to seek treatment for alcohol or drug abuse or other addictive behaviors such as compulsive gambling and eating disorders. Although intervention is designed to be nonjudgmental,...
Professional athletes need to monitor their diet carefully to ensure they have the right fuel in their body to meet the demands of intense training. Elite gymnasts have the added pressure of maintaining a lean body while developing power, strength...
Jogging is a very popular way for the average person to become comprehensively healthier. It promotes weight maintenance or weight loss, relieves stress, enhances cardiovascular fitness and tones and strengthens the butt, calf and thigh muscles....
Bulimia isn't restricted to people who make themselves vomit after every meal. People with bulimia may use laxatives or excessive exercise to purge after eating. Before you get help for bulimia, you need to know the signs to identify whether you...
Nutrition has a strong impact on the brain of an adolescent. A healthy, nutritious diet can improve brain function, boosting your child's performance both in and out of school. However, a poor diet can cause serious disturbances to the brain,...
Eating disorders occur because of a skewed body image perception based on emotions, behaviors and attitudes toward food. Long-term eating disorders can become life-threatening without intervention and treatment. If you, or someone you know,...
The first step to weight loss involves getting your mind and body ready for the long journey ahead. Safe and long-term weight maintenance requires a lifetime commitment to a healthier lifestyle. Start your new lifestyle by analyzing your habits...
In support groups, people share experiences, information and things that have helped them to both make connections and provide encouragement to others. For many people with eating disorders, seeking support from others means a faster and easier...
One of the most successful eating-disorder treatments for children and adolescents is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Helping kids realize that damaging thoughts and emotions are spurring their harmful eating behaviors, CBT therapists train...
