Perceptions of general and postpresidential election discrimination are associated with loss of control eating among racially/ethnically diverse young men

DiscussionLOC eating may partially explain known associations between discrimination and heightened risk for obesity and chronic diseases among African American and Hispanic/Latino men. Asian/Asian American men's LOC eating may be linked to postpresidential election and general experiences with racial discrimination, particularly if they report a low sense of belonging to their ethnic group.

Source: International Journal of Eating Disorders - November 1, 2017 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Nichole R. Kelly, Tasia M. Smith, Gordon C. N. Hall, Claire Guidinger, Gina Williamson, Elizabeth L. Budd, Nicole R. Giuliani Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research