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Signs of an Eating Disorder in Your Child

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

One of the toughest truths about being is a parent is that you cannot protect your children from so many things.  Eating Disorders is one of them. 


"...urges parents to follow their gut instincts.  Too often physicians tell parents that it may be just a phase, that they should wait and see what happens," says Le Grange, who likens this to an oncologist who ignores the earliest signs of cancer. "Parents are nine times out of 10 spot on in their thinking that something is amiss. The sooner you recognize and diagnose the disorder the better the chances of recovery," Le Grange says. "


Here are 5 signs your child may be at risk.


1. Weight loss or lack of expected gain.

2. Sudden change in eating habits.
3. Significantly increased exercise or activity.
4. Distorted body image.
5. Anxiety




 "The best way to protect your child is to be alert for telltale behavior and move quickly when it's spotted."





If you are concerned, take action and seek help for your child sooner rather than later.



http://health.yahoo.net/articles/parenting/eating-disorder-signs-your-child

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I am a medical nutrition therapist with more than twenty years of clinical experience specializing in preventing and treating eating and body weight problems, along with sports nutrition and general wellness. I belive in including the practice of mindful eating as a way to support successful behavior changes which last. I work with my clients in individual sessions, and group programs as well as workshops.

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