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Popular Supplements Linked to Body Image Disorder in Young Adults
Protein powders and creatine are among the popular supplements used to help get buff, but they might signal a deeper issue for some young adults. A study published in the journal PLOS Mental Health linked the use of multiple muscle-building supplements to muscle dysmorphia, a body image disorder focused on obsessing over muscle size and…
Toward Evidence-Based Fitspiration
Studies have shown that “fitspiration” of idealized body images, such as those often portrayed by fitness influencers on social media, can lead to negative body image and disordered eating behaviors—risk factors for depression.
Young Men at Risk for Muscle Dysmorphia
A study reveals new risks for eating disorders and body image issues among young men, including muscle dysmorphia.
Body Image in Menopause
During menopause, women experience a hormonal shift that can often be detrimental to their quality of life and body image. Physical changes in appearance, such as graying hair and wrinkles, are a normal part of aging. But during menopause, the challenges go beyond the purely physical aspects. Typical age-related changes are often exacerbated by menopause…
Body Image and the Fitness Industry
A look at why the fitness industry does indeed have a body image problem—and what we can do about it, starting now.
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