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Orthorexia nervosa linked to low self-esteem and high levels of obsessive perfectionism
Orthorexia nervosa is a term that may not be as widely recognized as anorexia or bulimia, yet it describes a potentially debilitating condition that has been gaining attention in the field of eating disorders. A new study published in the Journal of Eating Disorders provides evidence that individuals grappling with lower self-esteem and heightened obsessive…
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Even as snacking habits evolve, nostalgia remains part of our diet
When walking down the grocery store aisle, it seems that there are more snack options than ever. So how does one choose what to eat? While some grab familiar favorites, others are curious about new products that can meet their evolving tastes. Either way, consumers are filling their carts with cookies, chips and bars. According…
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Q&A: How can we get more people to eat climate-smart?
Q&A: How can we get more people to eat climate-smart? March 22, 2024 Editors’ notes This article has been reviewed according to Science X’s editorial process and policies. Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content’s credibility: fact-checked trusted source proofread by Fredrik Hedlund, Karolinska Institutet <div data-thumb="https://scx1.b-cdn.net/csz/news/tmb/2024/qa-how-can-we-get-more.jpg" data-src="https://scx2.b-cdn.net/gfx/news/hires/2024/qa-how-can-we-get-more.jpg" data-sub-html="Credit: Research Square (2024). DOI:…
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Women of Color Lead the Way in Wilmington’s Health Food Scene
Women of color often face desperate challenges when it comes to food security and access to more nutritious food options. Wilmington’s health food scene, though, is proudly led by women of color hoping to change those statistics—and working hard to do so. According to the CDC, Black women were 50 percent more likely to be…
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How to avoid cold weather dehydration – top tips to stay healthy
The revelation comes ahead of World Water Day this Friday and follows reports from last year which note Brits already drink less than half their recommended daily intake. The polling revealed that 75 per cent of Brits drink less water in winter compared to other seasons, with the proportion evenly split across different age groups,…
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7 food misconceptions debunked to help you make better nutritional choices
Striving to eat healthier can seem overwhelming. Some may think they need to cut out all of their favorite foods to truly be healthy, but this is mostly untrue. In fact, some foods that are marketed as ultimate health foods don’t actually merit the praise. At the same time, some foods you may be avoiding…
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Do Well, Be Well With Hypertension program begins April 3 in Waco
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host a Do Well, Be Well With Hypertension program beginning April 3 in Waco. Participants will learn how to cook healthy foods using fresh fruits and vegetables at the Do Well, Be Well with Hypertension program beginning April 3 in Waco. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife) The free program…
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5 Healthy Living Books That Don’t Buy Into Toxic Diet Culture
We’ve all heard the tired advice on weight loss. Dieting, eating less and practically starving ourselves in order to lose weight. But as any expert in the field will tell you — less food isn’t the answer. You can enjoy the foods you love while you improve your overall health, energy levels and happiness. These…
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Why NHS dieting advice is out-of-date – and ‘low-fat spreads’ aren’t as healthy as you think
It’s the devil on your shoulder – or the chocolate cake on the supermarket shelf – that’s the problem. We all know how to eat well if we want to stay a healthy weight. We just… momentarily forget in the face of temptation, right? Well, perhaps not. Last month, as part of its ongoing enquiry…
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The #1 Healthiest Order at 14 Sandwich Chains, According to Dietitians
Choosing the healthiest sandwiches from fast-casual restaurants like Panera, Jimmy John’s, and Subway requires a deep dive into the nutrition facts to determine which ones won’t blow your overall healthy eating goals. Lucky for you, we enlisted the help of several registered dietitian nutritionists to highlight the healthiest sandwiches and subs at 14 popular fast-casual…