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Laxatives are being promoted online as a cheap way to lose weight -- sometimes called “budget Ozempic.” But using laxatives for weight loss is not…
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Nearly one in three people will face an anxiety disorder — yet these disorders often go unnoticed. Recognize the surprising ways that positivity can…
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a serious eating disorder affecting up to 15% of kids and adults. In this blog, I break down key…
A dangerous secret lurked behind author Lara Jacobs’ ambition: she relied on anorexia to focus her writing, blurring the line between artistic drive…
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