Eating Disorders are common and effect all demographics, ethnicities, and both men and women. Compulsive overeating is one of the more overlooked of these, and if often confused with Anorexia or Bulimia Nervosa, since many of the triggers and symptoms are very similar. This disorder is characterized by an addiction to food, and the use [...]

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Eating disorders are common, but are not always recognized, particularly in the initial stages when symptoms of these conditions are often confused with strict dieting. There are three principal types of eating disorders, which include Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating. Anorexia Nervosa is characterized by a refusal to maintain minimal body weight within 15 percent [...]

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Bulimia Nervosa is another common eating disorder, characterized by a consistent cycle of binging. (eating large amounts of food in a short time) and purging ( self induced vomiting) Binging is often done to cope with feelings of shame and guilt, which return as soon as the binging is completed. Purging is accomplished by laxative [...]

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Alcoholism refers to a disease called alcohol dependence syndrome, which begins with binge drinking and over time can lead to full fledged dependency. There are different types of alcohol problems, with different levels of severity, from slightly disruptive to dangerous and life threatening. Binge drinking is a common alcoholism related problem, most common among underage [...]

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When it comes to foot care, the first thing to do is to find a qualified podiatrist, whether you live in Chicago, or anywhere else for that matter. Podiatrists are qualified to treat conditions that affect the health of the foot and ankle, and are well trained in the proper diabetic foot care treatments and [...]

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Alcohol is one of the most addictive drugs available, regardless of its legal status. The preliminary effects of alcohol on the brain can be seen in the slurred speech, motor difficulty, impaired memory and other effects commonly associated with intoxication. Research continues on the exact impact of alcohol, but it is commonly accepted that heavy [...]

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Recovering from addiction is a complex and often lengthy process, involving many steps. In other words, not something that can be accomplished overnight. Many people with alcohol and drug addictions describe their recovery process as ongoing, stating that they are not cured, per se, but rather, continually working toward freedom from their addictions. While alcohol [...]

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At home, there are many things that you can do to enhance your Chicago diabetic foot care regimen. Make sure to examine your feet daily, especially after any type of trauma, no matter how minor it might be. Make sure to report any changes to your doctor, and apply a water-based moisturizer every day. Wearing [...]

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Addiction refers to the compulsive need to use a habit forming substance or an irresistible urge to engage in a behavior, with the other defining features of this condition being tolerance, increasing need for more of the substance in order to obtain the same effect, and withdrawal. This last effect is particularly present in instances [...]

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When it comes to proper Chicago diabetic foot care, being informed is essential. Individuals with Diabetes often suffer from poor foot blood circulation, and this can lead to atherosclerosis if left untreated. Trauma to the foot and infections can also cause serious complications of common foot conditions such as athletes foot and ingrown toenails. Smoking [...]

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