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When Intermittent Fasting Goes Wrong

By Matthew Kadey, MS, RD / June 6, 2023

Research linked intermittent fasting to dangerous eating disorder attitudes and behaviors among adolescents and young adults.

Studies have shown that exposure to "fitspiration" 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.

Toward Evidence-Based Fitspiration

By Sandy Todd Webster / May 18, 2023

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.

Shirtless man looking at himself in the mirror to show muscle dysmorphia

Young Men at Risk for Muscle Dysmorphia

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / November 1, 2022

A study reveals new risks for eating disorders and body image issues among young men, including muscle dysmorphia.

Body Image in Menopause

By Maria Luque, PhD, MS, CHES / March 14, 2022

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…