June 17, 2009
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Bulimia has become one of the most dreaded eating disorders in the world today. Although a lot of victims are able to beat bulimia because of counseling and therapy, the main problem is with people who don’t even know they have been afflicted or are too ashamed to admit it. Identifying the disease should be the first step. Once you know that a loved one is suffering from bulimia it should be much easier to help her get better.
Here are some tips on how to beat bulimia.
- Early detection is crucial. Treatment should be done as early as possible to increase the chances of curing the illness.
- Because bulimia is a psychological disorder, it is ideal to treat it in an environment that is supportive. Support groups are always a good idea to allow sharing with fellow victims.
- Multi-vitamin supplements should also be given to patients to compensate for the deficiency of vitamins and minerals caused by purging.
- Residential treatment centers may also be an option for some patients—especially those who are in and advanced stage.
- It is also necessary to identify the underlying psychological problems that may have caused bulimic behavior. Once you know the cause it will be easier to cure and avoid in the future.
- People should also consult a professional dietician to come up with a healthy and sufficient diet that will supply the patient with all the nutrients her body needs.
- Aside from eating healthy food products, bulimics should also be given foods that have a low glycemic index.
- Look at the different aspects of your life and determine where improvements can be made. This includes family, home, spiritual life, friends, spare time, studies, work, etc.
- It is necessary to keep a positive attitude and understand that you will be able to beat this disorder. This is not only applicable to the patient but to her family as well as they will be influencing how she feels and thinks.
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Everyone will have his or her own bad habits. This is especially true when it comes to eating. Compulsive snacking, nightly beer guzzling, and midnight snacks are just a few examples of habits that have negative effects on our health and physique. Listed below are a few of the worst eating habits in the world followed by some tips for healthy living that should help kick the habit.
- Incessant snacking. In order to help them get through one whole day of work, a lot of people turn to snacks. Too much Cheetos will definitely add fat to your body and its salt content will not do any favors for your hypertension. Eliminating snacks entirely may affect your performance at work so it is better just to manage your snacks. Instead of buying a whole pack settle for single-sized bags and save it such that it’ll last for at least a few hours.
- Eating before sleeping. Eating before going to bed is never a good thing. While you sleep, your body is less capable of burning the carbs you take in and chances are, they’re converted to fat. Instead of eating a full meal, have some lean protein or some veggies before hitting the hay. It is always advisable to eat at least two hours before bedtime.
- Drinking with an empty stomach. Drinking booze is already bad as it is; it’s even worse when you have an empty stomach. Alcohol is loaded with calories and when consumed on an empty stomach, these calories are stored as fat. Moreover, it will also make you feel hungry which will make you want to eat after a drinking session. The quick-fix is to eat something before you drink. If time does not permit it even a glass of milk should suffice. Just makes sure there’s something in your stomach before you start loading up on booze.
April 25, 2009
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The obesity rate in America today is at an all-time high—and it continues to rise. The threat of ailments such as cancer and diabetes has become more and more imminent. This is why the government continues to persuade us to eat more vegetables and fruits. The problem is this is easier said than done.
I have written this article to provide readers with healthy nutrition tips on how to easily add fruits and veggies to your diets. These are easy, quick, and delicious ways to up your daily intake of plant foods.
Smoothies
Sugar-free and all-natural smoothies are an excellent way to add some fruits into your diet. For breakfast, try blending a bunch of strawberries, some grapes, two bananas, and two kiwis with 250 ml of pure pressed orange or apple juice. This is already a full meal and it will provide your body with loads of nutrients for the day ahead
Fruitful breakfast
This suggestion is excellent for those who have cereals for breakfast. Instead of settling for plain old cereals with milk, add some flavor to your meal by mixing in some fruits. Blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries will taste excellent with almost any cereal while chopped bananas are always a great addition to any breakfast meal.
Veggied snacks
Instead of snacking on a brownie or a chocolate bar, why not opt for fresh vegetables. Aside from having significantly less calories, fresh veggies are just as filling. A chocolate chip muffin will contain around 700 calories (around 1/3 of the prescribed daily caloric intake), while a carrot will have as little as 32 calories.
Double up
Try this simple and handy trick. The next time you put some veggies on your plate for lunch or dinner, try to double the serving. Aside from leaving less room for other foods on your plate such as potatoes or meat, more veggies also means you are stuffing your body with more vitamins and nutrients. GP
