A whopping 88 percent of U.S. adults have gambled at some point in their life; but when does it turn into a problem?

Even though a love addiction doesn't seem harmful, it's the exact opposite.

Having determination to go to the gym is great. But, when your life revolves around your next workout, it can be a sign of unhealthy behavior.

Do natural sugars pose the same threat to your health as added sugars?

Binge drinking, alcohol related ER visits, and DUI arrests among women are on the rise, yet there's still no conversation on why.

According to the FDA, there are more than 70 million food addicted adults in the United States alone.

Is it really possible to become addicted to food?

An increasing number of scientific studies suggest that food, like drugs or alcohol, can have addictive qualities.

There's a new approach to overcoming addiction... using nutrition to help bolster the recovery process.

Research suggests that 50 percent of people who have an eating disorder are also abusing alcohol or drugs.

What if there was a different type of addiction facility that focused more on naturopathic and integrative treatments?

You hear the words "addiction," "rehab," and "relapse." But, what does it mean to truly be addicted to something?

The need for treatment far outweighs the resources, which creates a problematic disparity for life-threatening diseases.

Not surprisingly, many addicts transfer from one bad habit to another.

People may be thinking about depression; but are they talking about it and actually doing something about the depression epidemic?

Too much sugar can cause serious health hazards. Is there a way to moderate your sugar intake so you don't overindulge?

The earlier in life a woman starts dieting, the more long-term consequence it can have for her health, a study suggests.

If you have crashes, cravings and can't wait until your next sweet treat, might that be an indication you're addicted to sugar?

What is a "healthy" amount of sex for couples to be having?

You many not view activities like sex, eating or gambling as a dependency. But they definitely can have potential for habitual problems.

Did you know that the physical withdrawals of quitting smoking truly will go away after a few days? You can get through this.

The #1 cause of accidental death is overdose of opiate-based drugs. What if you could save someone you love from dying with one simple injection?

Many people who have been sexually abused feel that a major piece of their spirit has been robbed. Learn how you can get it back.

E-cigarettes are gaining popularity. But there are still many health risks to watch out for, especially where your children are concerned.

45 million Americans will attempt 4-5 diets this year, and most will have a failed outcome.

Sugar is one of the most popular and most addicting ingredients found in your food, and it's in nearly everything.

You like to have a few drinks every night when you come home from work... that's no big deal, right?

On average the typical American consumes 95-100 pounds of sugar each year. Do you know what such excess could be doing to your body?

Did you know that coffee is a $30 billion industry and that Americans drink an estimated 400 million cups a day?

Heroin abuse and overdoses are on the rise. Dr. Marsha Ford helps shed some light on this lethal addictive drug.

You say you don't have a "problem" because you only drink at social gatherings. But is that just an excuse?

People classify alcoholism as a real addiction, but when it comes to obesity, it's assumed that people should just eat less (or better) and exercise more.

One out of every eight Americans experiences signs of internet addiction, and 34 percent check their smartphones before getting out of bed.

Nearly one million American women are binge drinkers; and they aren’t just sorority girls.

Dr. David Sackstates, “while men are more susceptible to substance abuse, women are more apt to become addicted to a behavior.” Are you?

You're back! Glad to know I didn't scare you away with Part 1 of my turmoil and trouble with ED. And if you're joining me for the first time, ED = Eating Disorder, not Erectile Dysfunction... I'll save that topic for the experts (see Part 1 of the blog here).

When I last left you, I was talking about all the ways an eating disorder can envelop you, taking you to the deepest, darkest places of your soul. It's a sickness – and it really IS a sickness, mentally and physically – that seeps into every pore of your being. It becomes the absolute most important thing in your life and does not care who (or what) is sacrificed in the process whether it's friends or family members... or husbands, marriages.

A positive? You get really good at math. In the good old days of my eating disorder, I was constantly calculating calories consumed vs. calories burned in my mind, figuring out just how many hours of exercise I would need to burn off that apple I had for dinner. To be honest, I still do this to some extent; I'm just eating a more "acceptable" amount of food.

An eating disorder never gives you a rest. It consumes every second, every minute of your day, from the moment you wake until you fall asleep. I even dream about it.

I was going to wait until "Eating Disorder Awareness Month" came around to write this blog, but the truth is we should be "aware" of eating disorders every single day.

If you've never been affected by an eating disorder, or you have never known anyone with an eating disorder, you may be thinking, "So what? What do I care? There's a whole month devoted to people who want to be skinny???" For those of us who DO suffer, most of us would probably answer: we honestly hope you don't care.

Contrary to some beliefs, eating disorders – and the physical symptoms that often follow – are NOT always a way to garner attention. In fact, many people suffering from an eating disorder would rather you just leave them and their eating habits (or in some cases, non-eating habits) alone.

My family and some of my friends (the ones I trust) have come to accept this about me. They know I will not be partaking in family or holiday dinners. I will gladly invite people out to eat, but I will not eat with them. My mom has learned to simply not set a plate for me. I'm not offended; I actually love this about her. My husband knows I will never join him in ordering at dinner. He "eats for two," as I often explain it. And I love him for it as well. The servers at our favorite restaurant know that I may take something to-go, but I will never eat in the confines of the establishment.

Weird? Yes. But bear with me a bit.

Childhood obesity and resulting health conditions are rampant. Why aren't corporations held accountable for contributing to the widespread epidemic?

If you or someone you know suffers from ADHD, you cannot afford to miss this interview.

Can something so good for you actually be addictive? Learn the signs that indicate you're exercising to the extreme.

Your teen might be looking for ways to get high you hadn't even thought of... and one might just be in your medicine cabinet.

Feeling like you're running on fumes? Your body and mind might be telling you that you've had enough.

How can YOU help stop the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse?

More and more women are dying from overdose due to prescription painkillers. Could you be at risk?

Common sleeping pills don’t help you get sound, healing sleep...they just knock you out. There are safer, more effective alternatives.

Millions of Americans use prescription pain pills without developing into addiction. What determines who becomes addicted?

Adderall is used to help people academically, but many simply use the stimulant for the euphoric feelings it produces.

Can diet and supplementation effect the underlying biochemistry of addiction?