Monthly Archives: November 2010

Obesity: Alternatives to Weight Loss

Posted on November 3, 2010 by RCC Staff

Most seeking treatment at eating disorders centers are casualties of restrictive dieting and many have had a painful history of being teased, ridiculed and bullied for being overweight or obese. Studies have shown discrimination against the obese affects opportunities in … Continue reading →

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$60 Billion Spent on Obesity Treatment

Posted on November 3, 2010 by RCC Staff

Obesity is viewed as a common condition in the United States.  The US Department of Health and Human Services estimates that the prevalence of obesity for adults aged 20 years and older is about 34% and has doubled among adults … Continue reading →

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Dieting & Eating Disorder Risk

Posted on November 3, 2010 by RCC Staff

It could be argued that the high percentage of women who are dieting may reflect that this behavior is relatively benign. The evidence does not support this view. Prospective studies indicate that body dissatisfaction and restrictive dieting are powerful predictors … Continue reading →

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