Although obesity is rampant in children and adults in the United States, the government is doing its best to encourage children to eat healthy foods. Students have returned to school and may have noticed cafeteria meals are not the same. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has changed its rules about what should be [...]
Based on data compiled by a 2011 obesity survey, 30% of adults are obese. The study asked participants to provide their weight and height to determine whether they were obese. This was the first year that cell phone only households participated in the survey, which allowed the survey to reach a broader spectrum of participants. [...]
Individuals have struggled with addictions for centuries. The focus of addiction treatment has historically been on drugs and alcohol. The mental health, psychiatric and medical fields are becoming more familiar with addictions and gaining respect for the additional substances and behaviors that qualify as addictions. The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders) will [...]
National Eating Disorders Awareness Week includes activities throughout the country that will help educate people about eating disorders. Some events will raise funds to assist patients suffering from eating addictions and disorders. Additionally, there are events that promote positive self-esteem. In the Philadelphia area, locals can attend several activities that promote awareness of eating disorders. [...]