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For many adults, eating has never felt straightforward. Certain textures or smells might make you tense up before you even take a bite. Maybe you once choked or got sick after eating something unfamiliar, and food hasn’t felt safe since. Or perhaps you rarely feel hungry at all; eating just feels like something you have…
Coping with change during eating disorder recovery (and, well, always) can be an extremely difficult task. It happens time and time again where our clients are re-telling how they have noticed an intense increase in intrusive thoughts or behaviors. When we get into the nitty gritty of what is going on typically some sort of change or transition is…
Beginning recovery from an eating disorder can bring relief, but it can also come with confusing physical and emotional changes. Many people expect recovery to feel immediately better once they start eating more regularly. Instead, they may notice mood swings, disrupted sleep, intense hunger, digestive changes, or unusual body sensations. If you’re experiencing these eating disorder recovery…
Many people in eating disorder recovery wonder: “If I already see a therapist, do I also need a dietitian?” The short answer: yes! Therapy and nutrition support serve different, but complementary, roles in recovery. Why therapy alone isn’t enough Therapists provide emotional support, coping strategies, and guidance for mental health. They help address: While therapy is essential, it…
Here at NourishRX we are proud to call ourselves non-diet dietitians. However, we also recognize that it can cause a bit of confusion – how can one be a dietitian and be not prescribe something in our own job title? We totally get it, and want to explain a little more about what it means to be a non-diet…
If you’ve started to explore intuitive eating you’ve probably noticed that the focus is not on rigid rules, but rather on flexibility, getting curious about how food feels, cultivating self-compassion and forgiveness, and focusing on nurturance and satisfaction. This is where gentle nutrition fits in. Whereas it’s mainstream for diets to prescribe nutrition commandments without taking…
Do you know or suspect someone with an eating disorder and just don’t know what to do or say? It is not your job to fix them, but you can arm yourself with knowledge and skills to better support them in their recovery.
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become one of the most popular nutrition trends in recent years. From 16:8 fasting windows to alternate-day fasting, there’s no shortage of advice online about restricting eating to support weight, boost metabolism, or “cleanse” the body. But if you’re recovering from an eating disorder, have a history of restrictive dieting, or just want a…
Fiber is often praised as a “super nutrient” for gut health but it’s also frequently framed in ways that can feel overwhelming, rigid, or diet-centric. Many messages focus on hitting a specific number, cutting foods, or pushing through discomfort, which can be especially challenging for people recovering from disordered eating or chronic restriction. The truth?…
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and prevention. While heart health is often discussed through the lens of weight loss, restriction, or rigid food rules, research shows that heart-supportive nutrition can – and should – be approached without dieting, shame, or fear around food. Heart health is not determined…
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