Summary: A new genetic study reveals that individuals with severe anorexia nervosa are nearly four times more likely to carry rare, damaging mutations in PLIN4, a gene primarily expressed in…
Tag: Eating disorders
Comparing Current Appearance to Past Selves Harms Body Image
Summary: A new psychometric study from The Ohio State University reveals that comparing our current body to former versions of ourselves is just as harmful to mental health as comparing…
GLP-1’s Reduce Binge Eating Symptoms
Summary: Findings revealed a profound therapeutic benefit: GLP-1 receptor agonists (such as semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide) do not merely drive physical weight reduction. Instead, they actively downregulate the core behavioral…
Don’t stress out about overeating during the holidays – a dietitian explains how a day of indulgence won’t harm your overall health
For many, holidays are synonymous with quality time and long-standing traditions. Typically laden with delicious foods, it’s not uncommon to eat more during the holidays than you usually would. You…
Middle age is a time when women are vulnerable to eating disorders
“No one expects a grown woman in her 40s to have an eating disorder. That’s for teenagers, right? Well, guess what – it happened to me.” Alexa, a 44-year-old real…
Opioid Dysregulation in the Brain Tied to Eating Disorders
Summary: Elevated opioid neurotransmission in the brain may underlie appetite loss and emotional symptoms in anorexia nervosa. Compared to healthy controls, patients with anorexia had increased opioidergic tone, which regulates…
Delayed Brain Maturation Links Genetics and Eating Disorders
Summary: Over half of 23-year-olds display restrictive, emotional, or uncontrolled eating behaviors, with delayed brain maturation playing a significant role. The research linked structural brain differences, mental health challenges, and…
Taylor Swift’s Positive Impact on Fans’ Body Image and Eating Disorders
Summary: A new study finds that Taylor Swift’s openness about her struggles with body image and eating disorders positively influences her fans’ attitudes. Researchers analyzed thousands of online comments, revealing…
Dietary supplements and protein powders fall under a ‘wild west’ of unregulated products that necessitate caveats and caution
Dietary supplements are a big business. The industry made almost US$39 billion in revenue in 2022, and with very little regulation and oversight, it stands to keep growing. The marketing…
