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`This is a book that will be useful to carers, helping them understand the issues that affect male suffers and some of the barriers they will have to break down in order to recover. It will also reassure men affected by an eating disorder that they are not alone, their problems are understood b medical professional and that recovery is possible' - Signpost Anna has established herself as a leading author in the field of eating disorders and combines her personal experiences with an extensive research interest. Her two previous books published by Lucky Duck were winner and special commendation in the NASEN/TES book awards and we expect this publication to be equally well received. It would be a mistake to think that eating and body image problems are experienced only by women. Anna draws the readers attention to the characteristic and special difficulties for men, including: " athletics, body building and eating " depression and self-esteem " eating disorders and homosexuality. Like all her books she offers a comprehensive overview and contributes information, advice and hope. This is a book for those affected and those who want to help them.
Healthy Eating
Healthy Eating
If you are going to maintain a healthy weight then you need to adopt a healthy eating plan which does not involve restricting calories. It needs to be satisfying, pleasant and varied. To maintain physical health, it also needs to be combined with regular physical exercise and effective stress management. I do not like using the term “diet” however because that implies a restrictive short term programme, whereas healthy eating is for life and should not leave you feeling deprived in any way.
Why Diets Can Be a Negative Experience
Diets are uncomfortable, both physically and psychologically. They are often expensive and involve the purchase of unusual products that you would not normally buy. Certain diets will encourage you to have milkshakes for breakfast ...