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Key Takeaways People recovering from anorexia nervosa often need 3,000–5,000 calories per day to restore weight and health, which can feel overwhelming but is necessary for recovery.Refeeding syndrome is a serious risk during recovery, so medical monitoring of electrolytes and nutrients is critical in the early stages. Meal plans are an essential part of anorexia nervosa recovery. They help provide structure and ensure proper nutrition that helps people recovering from anorexia gradually rebuild a healthy relationship with food. These plans are guided by healthcare professionals and designed to make the path to recovery more manageable and sustainable. VeselovaElena/Getty Images Why…

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Beating Yourself Up Over Food Choices Can Significantly Harm Mental HealthJudging someone (or yourself) based on how they eat is also incredibly reductive, Lampert says. Whether you choose the salad, sandwich, or pasta dish has no bearing on your worth as a person.“Viewing food as good or bad tends to create shame and guilt towards consuming certain foods,” Wengler says. But, despite what diet gurus may say, you’re so much more than what you eat.In fact, fixating on eating a certain way, or berating yourself for not eating a certain way, can come with its own health implications.“When it comes…

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Basil adds freshness, and Parmesan cheese brings an umami richness to the creamy beans.Protein and fiber keep energy levels up while supporting your muscles, gut health and immunity.The meal is quick and simple, and using just one skillet makes cleanup even easier. I love cooking, but don’t always have much time or bandwidth for complex recipes. As a dietitian, I still care about nutrition, even when time is tight. I focus on eating high-protein, high-fiber meals because I know they keep me full and help me meet my health goals. However, finding dinners that strike the right balance of easy,…

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Almost every Friday, my best friend and I head to our local pizza restaurant, slide into a booth, and place the same order: a kale salad, a large pie with sweet Italian sausage and caramelized onions, and a pitcher of beer. Over the course of our three-year-old ritual, in addition to consuming hundreds of slices, we’ve befriended two of the servers that work there, frequently chatting with them about their lives, the holidays, and, of course, the weather. I’ll admit: Sometimes I feel embarrassed that I’m returning to the same place and ordering the same meal instead of trying a…

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For years, I exercised for all the wrong reasons. Exercise felt like a pursuit for a better looking body, putting myself through unsustainable – and, frankly, awful – workouts in the name of changing physically. I’d find myself signing up to bootcamp-style workouts that would have me dry heaving halfway through, powering on through embarrassment for a few sessions before giving up. I never actually quite stuck to anything long term and felt horribly guilty for it, with movement becoming something to tick off my to-do list rather than anything I actually enjoyed. And if I was having a particularly…

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iOS 26.3 was a decidedly small update. It introduced a new tool to transfer data to Android, and gave some iPhones the ability to hide precise location data from cellular networks. But beyond some other small changes and security patches, that’s all there was to write home about. iOS 26.4 is a different story. The update, which is currently in beta testing, adds a number of interesting new features to compatible iPhones, especially if you’re an Apple Music user.As with all beta software, iOS 26.4 is currently in testing, which means these features are subject to change at any time.…

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What fruit gives you energy? Look for options rich in fiber, carbs and vitamins.Fruits with potassium, antioxidants and natural sugars help fight fatigue naturally.Bananas, apples and oranges provide natural sugars and fiber for steady energy. We’ve all felt tired at different times of the day. While low energy is common, several factors can contribute to fatigue or an energy crash—what you eat, when you eat, how much you eat, your sleep quality and more. The good news: certain foods can help fuel your body with long-lasting energy. Scroll down to discover seven fruits that can give you a natural boost.…

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Initiative vs. guilt is the third stage of Erik Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development. This stage occurs during the preschool years, between the ages of 3 and 5. During the initiative versus guilt stage, children begin to assert their power and control over the world through directing play and other social interactions. The initiative vs. guilt stage is all about kids learning how to exert control and gain a greater sense of power—over their own actions and over their environment. They explore. They try new things. Sometimes, they make mistakes. The key is having the freedom (with support, guidance, and safety) to try things without fearing…

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Although AAV is a chronic condition with no cure, it’s crucial to work with your care team to treat it and any side effects of corticosteroid treatment that you may experience.“It’s very important to have open communication about side effects you are experiencing,” Dua says. “If we aren’t aware of your concerns and issues around the medications, we can’t appropriately address them or take steps to try and help minimize the side effects and toxicities you are experiencing.”This starts before treatment begins, Savjani says. In addition to discussing corticosteroids’ risks as you develop a treatment plan, consider building a prevention…

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