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- Is Binge Eating Disorder Caused by My Lack Of Willpower? - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Ofira ShaulSome people think it is easy to overcome a binge eating disorder and lose weight. Their advice is to become thin by simply using a bit of willpower. This is a dieting myth that many people believe, even those who struggle with their weight. To begin dispelling this myth, we must first take a ...
Views: 2465(1 vote) - Slow and Steady Can End Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulYou probably know the story of the tortoise and the hare. In the story, a tortoise and a hare are having a race. The hare starts out fast and strong, doing everything he needs to win. Eventually, the enthusiasm dies down, and he takes a break. This allows the tortoise to catch up as he is ...
Views: 1619(2 votes) - What Are Your Psychological Barriers to Dieting? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Ofira ShaulThere are millions of websites that promote various types of diet plans, weight loss pills, dieting and exercise techniques, and other diet related issues. So how is is that in America we are in the middle of an obesity epidemic? With so much information on weight loss, why does the obesity rate ...
Views: 1587 - Ways to Improve your Teenager's Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Ofira ShaulThe teen years can be very hard on many children. Children who are overweight may have a very rough time in many areas of their life. The rate of children bullying those who are overweight has increased significantly over the past few years. The teasing and torment can bring a child to a very ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - Weight Loss is Not an Instant Process - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ofira ShaulIn America there is a belief that everything you attempt in life can have an instant result. It is simple to run through a drive-through and instantly have dinner ready for a family. With today's technology, you can look up any information you need with a few clicks of the mouse. Although having ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - Lifestyle Changes and Binge Eating Disorder Treatment Go Hand-in-hand - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Ofira ShaulLifestyle Changes and Binge Eating Disorder Treatment Go Hand-in-hand Have you recently started a binge eating disorder treatment? If so, you have made the first step toward improving your life and your relationship with food. With this step can come some added anxiety about what your future ...
Views: 1509(1 vote) - How Eating Disorders Hold You Back - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThere are many myths that you may have developed through your years of dieting attempts and struggles with your eating disorder. One such myth may be that your eating disorder is the source of your problems. When you believe this myth, you blame your weight on the things you see as failures in ...
Views: 1497(1 vote) - Writing in a Journal to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ofira ShaulI am sure that you have used many techniques that are used in order to lose weight. Out of these techniques you may have tried many, and found that some work better than others. One technique that may help you lose weight is to write in a journal. Taking time out everyday to write about your ...
Views: 1482(1 vote) - What Thoughts are Keeping You from Losing Weight? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ofira ShaulIf you are reading this article, you may be struggling with your weight. I too have struggled with my weight for many years. It was not until I began to change my thoughts did the weight begin to melt off and my self-esteem increase. The struggles that come with having an unhealthy relationship ...
Views: 1417 - Have You Considered Eating Disorder Help? - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Ofira ShaulThere are many emotions that come along with seeking out eating disorder help. You may be feeling happiness, relief and pride. However, you may also experience feelings of fear and uneasiness. You may be at the point in your life where you realize that you need help to improve your relationship ...
Views: 1405(1 vote) - The Importance of Therapy When Healing from an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2012 from Ofira ShaulIf you are in are in the process of deciding to get help for your eating disorder then you have come to the right place. I had struggled with developing a healthy relationship with food for many years. Before I could be free from the cycle of dieting and binge eating I had to change many aspects ...
Views: 1370(1 vote) - A Life Free from Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Ofira ShaulDo you struggle with your ability to curb emotional eating? Many men and women have this same struggle. I myself have suffered from years of dieting and binge eating. Life with emotional eating can be very lonely and sad. I remember hiding the struggles I faced because I was ashamed and worried ...
Views: 1362(1 vote) - Does Your Child Have an Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulMillions of young people suffer from an eating disorder- whether it is anorexia, bulimia or binge eating. At one point, the family was seen as the cause of their loved one's eating disorder. Although there may be dysfunctional relationships within the family, many professionals now see that the ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - Eating Disorder Help is Possible - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIf you have an eating disorder, you may feel like there is no hope of developing a healthy relationship with food. You may feel as if there is no one else who understands the struggles that you have. You may even feel like giving up. I am here to tell you that eating disorder help is possible. ...
Views: 1216(1 vote) - Ways to Lose Weight While Healing From an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIndividuals who have an eating disorder understand the pain that comes with the cycle of dieting and overeating. They often suffer from the feelings of not being perfect and the failures of diets. There are a few ways to begin the healing process and lose weight in a natural and healthy way at ...
Views: 1187(1 vote) - How to Control Emotional Eating - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2011 from Ofira ShaulEmotional eating is something that many men and women suffer from. It is a daily struggle that can leave you upset and filled with shame and guilt. So what exactly is emotional eating and how do you know if you are suffer from this type of unhealthy relationship with food? Emotional eating is ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - What are the Causes of Anorexia? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThere are many types of eating disorders. One common eating disorder is anorexia. Anorexia is an eating disorder that is characterized by the behavior of not eating. There are theories about the causes of anorexia, but no one knows for sure why some people develop it. Some people develop ...
Views: 1150(1 vote) - How To Help a Family Member Who Displays Bulimic Symptoms - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Ofira ShaulDo you have concerns about a family member who is displaying bulimic symptoms? It may be hard to know if a loved one is suffering from an unhealthy relationship with food. This is mostly due to the fact that they may be ashamed and hiding their eating from family members. This is a very common ...
Views: 1145(1 vote) - Taking Care of Yourself While Recovering From an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThere are many factors that come into play when recovering from an eating disorder. This time in your life can be very challenging. You are faced with the task of looking at many of the choices you once made and dissecting how these choices helped or hurt you. You have to begin to change your ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - What are Bulimic Symptoms? - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Ofira ShaulAre you one of the many women that experience bulimic symptoms? If so, you understand the emotional pain that comes along with this eating disorder. There is hope. By using a non-diet approach to weight loss, you can begin to lose weight in a natural and healthy way. In order to begin healing ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - 3 Reasons Experts Are Wrong About Eating Disorder Treatments - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulOk, I confess — the title might appear a little arrogant. After all, not all experts are wrong about all eating disorder treatments. But there are lots of experts and they don't all agree, so some of them must not be right. The problem goes a little deeper, though. The experts I have in mind ...
Views: 1088(1 vote) - Surviving The Holidays If You Have An Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThe holiday season is typically a time for spending time with families, attending parties for work and friends, having celebrations, and eating delicious food. However, if you have an eating disorder you may not see the holidays as a happy and joyful period. Instead, these times may increase ...
Views: 1048(1 vote) - Are You Ready to Receive Treatment for Anorexia? - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Ofira ShaulAnorexia is a serious mental health disorder that usually requires treatment in order to recover. This disorder is categorized by the refusal to maintain a healthy body weight. Not eating, excessive exercise and the use of enemas and laxatives can all be used to maintain low weight. Many ...
Views: 1030(1 vote) - Developing a Support Group for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2011 from Ofira ShaulWhen you start a weight loss journey, you may feel lonely and like you are dealing with a major life change on your own. By developing a support group, you will receive the help you need as you work toward meeting your weight loss goal. Having a support group can keep you motivated and help you ...
Views: 1020(2 votes) - 3 Ways to Avoid the Horror of Eating Disorders Help That Doesn't Work - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulSeeking help for an eating disorder is the first step to getting healthy. But, not all help is created equal. Despite some opinions to the contrary, it's not true that "no one knows what works, so try everything." Here are three ways you can avoid the horror of unhelpful eating disorders ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Obesity Facts and the Toll They Take On Your Emotions - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIf you are obese, you know the emotional pain that is associated with being overweight. The United States of America has one of the highest obesity rates in the entire world. Along with the physical aliments that may come with obesity, you may experience a wide range of emotions. Anxiety can ...
Views: 1006 - Why Receiving Eating Disorder Therapy is Better than Facing Overeating by Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Ofira ShaulDeciding to receive eating disorder therapy can be a huge step in your life. You may feel that you have the resources to face this challenge on your own. You say to yourself that you have support from those who are close to you. However, finding a therapist qualified in eating disorder therapy ...
Views: 1006(1 vote) - What is Binge Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIf you experience times of compulsive overeating, it is typical to wonder if you have developed an eating disorder. If you have binge eating disorder, you know the extreme embarrassment that goes along with your relationship with food. Those with this type of disorder have an unhealthy eating ...
Views: 1000(1 vote) - Lose Weight by Changing What You Believe - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ofira ShaulWhen you decide that you want to start losing weight, you may think about the physical changes you must make to your diet and exercise choices. However, there are other ways to achieve weight loss. If you want to lose weight in a natural way you may need to change your belief system. Most ...
Views: 994 - What Can I Expect if I Receive Treatment for Bulimia? - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Ofira ShaulDeciding to begin treatment for bulimia is a huge step in the right direction. If you suffer from bulimia, you know the physical and emotional pain that you deal with on a daily basis. One of the first steps to treatment is admitting that you have an unhealthy relationship with food. This ...
Views: 989(2 votes) - Your Journey Through an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIf you have an eating disorder, then you are familiar with the pain and shame that is felt up to this point in your journey. The great news is that your journey can do a 180 right here and now. You will no longer have to live in hiding and shame of your unhealthy relationship with food. You can ...
Views: 984(1 vote) - What Fears Do You Have About Weight Loss? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ofira ShaulThere are many cultures in which food is the center of many life experiences. Food is a wonderful thing and can be incorporated into many of life's events. The foods that we eat during these times are often delicious. It is enjoyable to sit down and catch up with a friend over a meal. It ...
Views: 959 - Our Mindset While Dieting to Lose Weight - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Ofira ShaulWhen we diet to lose weight we are only thinking about what foods we should be eating and what society has told us we can eat on a diet. More importantly, we are thinking about the foods that have been deemed off-limit by society's standards. We begin to believe that we cannot eat certain foods ...
Views: 945 - Do You Suffer From a Compulsive Eating Disorder? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThat question bears repeating: do you suffer from a compulsive eating disorder? If so, you are not alone. You do not have to face your trial unaided. There is treatment available that really does help, and plenty of it. A "compulsive eating disorder" can cover a wide range, but usually ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - Being Kind Can Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Ofira ShaulWhen you think about someone being kind, what types of images come to your mind? For many people being kind means doing nice things for others. Some show kindness by volunteering at a food bank. Others show their kindness by donating money to a charity. There are also people who believe that ...
Views: 901 - One Thought Prevents You From Recognizing Binge Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Ofira ShaulHave you ever eaten a large amount of food just to feel a minute of relief? Do you hide your eating from family and loved ones? If this sounds like you, then you are in the right place. Every day people struggle with their unhealthy relationship with food. If you have an unhealthy relationship ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Affordable Ways to Get Help for Eating Disorder Treatments - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulEating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia are serious ailments. Tragically, suffering from the disorder makes it even harder to pay for treatments. That can lead to a downward spiral. Inability to raise funds for eating disorder treatments lets the condition go unchecked. Fortunately, ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - Stop Overeating - discover your Natural Hunger-Satisfaction Mechanism - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Ofira ShaulWhat is the hunger-satisfaction mechanism? The hunger-satisfaction mechanism is an innate mechanism that works naturally within every person. It causes one's body-which was once a well-oiled, effective machine-"to know" (by way of different hormones) when it needs to eat and when it needs ...
Views: 889 - Good Diets are Designed for Permanent Weight Loss - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Ofira ShaulPeople who want to lose weight often ask themselves how to know whether they have found a good diet to follow. A good diet is one that allows you to maintain your goal weight for life. Many current diets do not allow people to lose weight permanently. Good diets usually have two important ...
Views: 887 - Never Do This When Looking for Eating Disorders Help - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThe list of things never to do when seeking eating disorder help could fill a book. But a few of the key ones can be distilled into a short list. Here are two that will help you get the treatment you need. Never Passively Accept A Bad Situation Put a positive way, eating disorder ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - Face Your Fears About Losing Weight - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulHave you made several attempts at losing weight, but just cannot seem to keep the weight off? Regaining weight is actually very common among dieters. You may blame the inability to lose weight on lack of will power, inability to make it to the gym, temptations of food or a million other things. ...
Views: 874 - Come Discover Your Best Binge Eating Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulBinge eating disorder is a compulsive behavior in which someone habitually eats far more than they need. It goes well beyond simply the normal cravings we all have for goodies or snacking between meals. It's a serious illness. Fortunately, there are effective treatments. Binge eaters ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - How to Improve Your Chances of Getting Eating Disorder Help - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulYou can up the odds of getting eating disorder help. Under the best of circumstances, fighting that illness is tough. But you don't have to do it alone and you certainly can find a treatment that is effective and affordable. Explore Alternatives Eating disorders like binge eating and ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - Do You Often Say"I Hate My Body Shape?" - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Ofira ShaulIf the title describes you, there's hope. Recognizing that something isn't the way you want is the first step to changing it. That change seems hard, of course. It often is. But facing reality already puts you ahead of the game. So, what's the next step to getting the body shape you ...
Views: 844 - How to Recover From an Eating Disorder - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2012 from Ofira ShaulHaving an eating disorder is very common among women in America and many other countries. There are three main types of eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. Women who suffer from these types of conditions go through various emotional states during the ...
Views: 843 - Do you sincerely want to lose weight? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Ofira ShaulHere is one popular myth of diets, weight and eating that prevents millions people worldwide from conquering overeating and achieving their ideal weight forever:" My overweight problem is genetic; I have a tendency to be fat." As myths are usually opinions perceived to be true, and to which ...
Views: 842 - Do You Have a True Desire to Lose Weight? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulHave you attempted several diets in order to lose weight, only to be left feeling unsuccessful? Maybe you even gained weight at the end. This cycle can lead you to develop many dieting myths and negative thoughts about your ability to achieve your goals. You may even feel like a failure and ...
Views: 830 - How to Get Eating Disorder Help for Your Child - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Ofira ShaulEating disorders affect people of all ages and genders. Yet, the common perception that it is a condition afflicting mostly female teenagers is well founded. Anorexia is anywhere from three times to 10 times more common in females than males. ...
Views: 825(1 vote) - What Does the Non-diet Approach to Weight Loss Include? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Ofira ShaulThe non-diet approach to weight loss can be very beneficial to those that have struggled with an unhealthy relationship with food. This is because it focuses on more than the weight loss aspect of dieting. A well-rounded program focuses on all aspects of dieting. It can help bring true happiness ...
Views: 822 - A Holistic Approach to Weight Loss - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Ofira ShaulIn today's society we are focused on outer beauty and appearances. The media tells you that thin is beautiful. You can see this message come through on the television, movies, commercials, magazines and books. You begin to believe that no success will come to you unless you are thin. The thought ...
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