Eating disorders in older women are rising and GLP-1 drugs are making it worse
Eating disorders affect more than 30 million people in the United States, and a growing body of research suggests that the surge in GLP-1 weight loss medications may be making things significantly worse for one of the most overlooked groups: women over 50. One in eight American adults is currently taking a GLP-1 medication, and […]
Why Lipedema Is Not just Cellulite or Weight Gain
Lipedema is a chronic condition in which fat accumulates abnormally in the lower body, particularly in the legs, hips, and sometimes the arms. The affected tissue tends to feel heavy, tender, and sore to the touch. It bruises more easily than surrounding areas and does not respond to diet or exercise, which is the detail […]
The powerful intersection of sexual health and fitness and what it means for your body
Most people think about fitness in terms of what it does for their waistline or their energy levels. Far fewer stop to consider what it does for their sex life. That connection, while rarely discussed in gyms or wellness circles, is backed by a growing body of research and deserves a much closer look. Physical […]
Redefining diet culture: Embracing the anti-diet movement
The term diet has evolved from its original meaning of daily food and drink consumption to a concept often associated with restriction and deprivation. In the age of social media, this is exacerbated by influencers promoting diets that may lead to unrealistic goals and unhealthy food choices. The fixation on thinness overshadows the importance of […]