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RecoverTogether

As discussed in my previous blog posts, eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that take a toll on the minds and bodies of all kinds of people all over the world. Head to my first blog post for more factual information and statistics on eating disorders, and take a look at my fourth blog postContinue reading “RecoverTogether”

Myths and Facts of Eating Disorders

Happy National Eating Disorder Awareness Week! In my first Blog Post I addressed the problem of eating disorders and the need to inform people on them because they are widely misperceived by those who don’t have detailed knowledge on the matter. In this post I will discuss common myths surrounding eating disorders and whether theyContinue reading “Myths and Facts of Eating Disorders”

Get in the Know!

My mission here at “Healthy Minds for Healthy Bodies” is to bring awareness to the extreme health issues caused by eating disorders and to debunk some myths and inaccurate information regarding these disorders. My first post highlighted important statistics regarding eating disorders and provided some useful resources for those who are interested in learning moreContinue reading “Get in the Know!”

Eating Disorders are NOT Weight Loss Tools

In my previous post, I highlighted the importance of eating disorders and the harm caused by them. Many might understand the depth of these disorders as they’re caused by serious mental disturbances; however, eating disorders are still misunderstood and thought by some to be self-prescribed weight loss programs. In this blog post I will pointContinue reading “Eating Disorders are NOT Weight Loss Tools”

Eating Disorders: More than a Bad Habit

Problem: Eating disorders are often thought to be poor lifestyle choices leading to grossly low body weight and unhealthy binging; however, that’s not the case at all. Eating disorders are serious, sometimes fatal diseases caused by mental illness that come in many types and forms. It’s important to acknowledge the prevalence and consequences of theseContinue reading “Eating Disorders: More than a Bad Habit”