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The medical and psychological treatment for anorexia
Aug 28th
If you are treated as an outpatient, you should aim to gain an average of 0.5 kg a week. Most people can achieve this by eating around 3,500 to 7,000 extra calories each week. This level of weight gain helps to avoid complications that can arise with gaining weight more quickly. For example, the chemical balance in your body can be disturbed.
Eating disorders: not eating or eating too much
Apr 15th
Eating disorders are often blamed on the social pressure to be thin, as young people in particular feel they should look a certain way. However, the causes are usually more complex, and may reflect underlying mental or psychological issues.
Remedies for treating the symptoms of heartburn
Mar 5th
Some antacids contain high levels of magnesium and aluminium, which may be harmful for people who have a history of kidney disease. Also, some antacids contain high levels of salt, which may be harmful for those with high blood pressure (hypertension).
