Supporting People With Eating Disorders Through Nutrition

Eating disorders are common among girls between the ages of 12-20. 13.2% of girls meet the criteria for eating disorders by the age of 20. These are significant numbers.  Several factors affect the development of eating disorders. These include genetic factors, diet, stress, physical inactivity, drugs, and environmental factors [1].  A person with disturbed cognition…

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Foods That Increase BDNF for Brain Health & Weight Loss

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor, also known as BDNF, is a neurotrophin (a growth factor protein) that plays a vital role in brain health and the flexibility of the central nervous system. BDNF acts as a fertilizer for the brain cells, helping them grow during early development as well as supporting adult neurogenesis (the growth of new…

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