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Emily McCoy

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Losing weight, losing control: Emily's story

Emily McCoy shares her personal struggles with an eating disorder and how she wants to help others.

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Losing weight, losing control

Among the millions who struggle with eating disorders, the majority suffer from additional psychological problems.

McCoy: Learn lessons from life's struggles

The pursuit of health became not so healthy.

McCoy: College students can learn to eat healthy

When grocery shopping, start with fresh foods and be wary of misleading labels.

Budget reduction expected to raise tuition

Students covered by the University's tuition compact will not be affected, but next year's freshmen could see an increase.

McCoy: Cut double standards to improve confidence

Having a carefree summer summer starts with self-acceptance.

Lights may be out for some in tanning beds

The FDA considers proposals that could ban minors and those with pale skin from sunbeds.

Bank regulations protect against overdraft

The new policies, which take effect this summer, will guard customers from unexpected charges.

Study Abroad offers more scholarship opportunities

Students who want to study abroad might have an easier time getting a scholarship, because of a decrease in applicants and an increase in scholarship money,

McCoy: Healthy for the holidays

Indulging in Thanksgiving food doesn't mean you have to go overboard.

McCoy: The reason fad diets fade

Popular weight loss plans don't always stand for effectiveness.

McCoy: Is honesty really the best policy?

Calorie labeling makes the bliss of a burger, the problem of obesity too reductive.

McCoy: Calorie postings may not be best policy

The days of blissful ignorance of what exactly it means to "supersize" are gone.

McCoy: Smart choices lead to healthy life

College is a critical time to start making good health choices.

McCoy: Take advantage of local produce

With the rise of super-stores taking over America, Lawrencians shouldn't forget the benefits of eating local.

More to eating healthy than diets, quick fixes

A balanced lifestyle helps create happier individuals.

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