Dealing with Anorexia After Weight Loss

There is a dark side to the weight loss industry which is not always recognized as a health problem. I once encountered someone who made the argument that people from poor families do not suffer from anorexia because they are too busy looking for food. This is a wrong premise that does not take into account the devastating effects of that condition on the human body and spirit. People who have anorexia are not indulged creatures who just want to make a fuss for the sake of it. Rather they are ordinary people who are suffering from serious psychological problems that prevent them from leading a healthy lifestyle. These are people who would give anything to be able to lead normal lives but have been blighted by the dark presence of anorexia.

Although some people are of the view that genes play an important role in determining whether a person will have anorexia, the reality is that this is a condition that affects people from all sorts of families. In my view the media and modern society have a role to play. We have been fed by images of impossibly slim people who are expected to become our role models when it comes ot the ideal body size. Young girls are susceptible to the allures of modern celebrity and will do anything to become as thin as one of their idols even if it means starving themselves to death. There are programs on television which are specifically designed to ridicule people who are overweight. That leaves the young people with the impression that it is some sort of crime to put on weight and that they must do everything in their power to get rid of the weight.

It is no wonder that anorexia has become a big problem in teenagers. They are easily influenced and do not fully understand the implications of abusing their young bodies. Of course there might be some underlying psychological problems that are making the person turn to anorexia but the society that we live in has not helped matters one bit. It is a society that emphasizes appearances over the fundamental worth of a person. There is a uniformity of aspirations that must be worrying to the philosophers. The perfect figure is the thinnest and some modeling agencies do not shy away from insulting girls who look normal because they want them to go on a starvation diet.

Waxing Lyrical About Acai Foods

From time to time there comes a food that is so highly thought off the even the basic scientific methods of healthy skepticism are thrown out of the window. One such food is Acai. I have read of many incredible stories about this wonder food. I will try to give you some the details and then you can judge for yourselves.

According to them eating the acai berry is one of the most effective ways of keeping healthy. Acai is the latest super food to hit the market and everyone has probably seen it on TV or in magazines. Originating from the Amazon, it is credited with extraordinary benefits. Apparently the acai berry contains more antioxidants than any other food on the market. Antioxidants are useful for strengthening the immune system, improving skin or hair. They may also assist in combating certain types of cancers as well as improving general circulation. Consequently they are credited with being able to slow down the ageing process. I have to admit that I am rather skeptical because if that were possible the richest people would live for quite a long time but in fact people in the developed world face a lot of problems related to ageing.

Anyway according to the promoters of this berry, the benefits extend as far as dealing with digestion and heart problems. They claim that the acai berry will help with functions within the digestive tracts and is a great source of fiber. The acai fruit also helps to eliminate the risk of strokes and heart diseases according to those who support its use. It will also aide in lowing cholesterol. They then move to the conclusion that it also helps to control weight. The reason why I am skeptical is that the fruit seems to be doing so many things. The worry is that it is a mistress of many trades but a master of none. Surely one fruit cannot fully have all those extraordinary characteristics.

If one was to believe everything that was said, the acai berry is the ultimate in super foods. Apparently they improve heart health, improve the digestive system, aid in fighting off illnesses and cancers as well as assisting in the weight loss programs. Maybe I am being overly cautious but it all seems a bit too good to be true. I am not saying that the benefits are not there. It is just that I am yet to be convinced. Please share your thoughts on this.