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Dealing with Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are a very serious problem not only in America, but all across the globe. It is estimated that an eating disorder affects up to 24 million Americans and 70 million people worldwide. (Source: http://www.renfrew.org) Eating disorders affect both men and women who are usually between the ages of 12-25. Just because a person has not been diagnosed by a physician does not mean that he or she doesn’t suffer from an eating disorder. Eating disorders, if not treated, can be fatal for the person suffering from the problem.

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Protein Myths

Protein is a very important macronutrient that must be consumed on a daily basis. These organic compounds are made up of amino acids and are essential building blocks within the human body. Proteins contain 4 calories per gram. Sources of protein include meat and other animal products, beans, lentils and soy. Other sources of protein are supplements, such as protein powder and liquid protein shots. For as much as we know about protein, there are still many myths that circulate around it. These myths have been spread about for quite some time, and for the most part they have clouded people’s judgment and given them the wrong idea about protein. Here are some of the common myths that we hear about protein and the truth behind them.

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Toning Shoe Sales Keep Rising Despite The Poor Economic Climate

During a period when footwear sales have been in decline – primarily due to the economic climate – toning shoes sales have been growing rapidly. In 2008, toning sales of toning shoes were as low as $ 17 million. In the first four months of 2010 alone, toning shoe sales soared to $ 252 million. The list of the top ten grossing fitness shoes at this time includes no less than six toning shoes – four Skechers Shape Ups and two Reebok Easy Tones.

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Nervous System and Protein Needs

The nervous system is one of the most complex systems in the human body and therefore is susceptible to a number of diseases, conditions, and disorders that can range from temporary, minor glitches to a long lasting and widespread event. Problems within the nervous system can start from something as simple as a vitamin deficiency or something as irreversible as family history and genetics. Knowing the possible diseases, their risk factors and warning signs can be crucial to getting the right kind of treatment as quickly as possible. For instance, in the case of a stroke, the earlier the diagnosis, the better! There is a small window of time during which special drugs can be given that can restore most or even all of the functions to the stroke victim, without lasting side effects. This window starts at the onset of symptoms and closes quickly. If the time cannot be established, the drugs are usually not able to be given at all.

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