Our team of Registered Dietitians care about raising awareness about commons myths about eating disorder recovery and providing effective and evidence-based care for our patients. In our work, we often come up against common misconceptions about eating disorders that contribute to harmful stigma and inhibit diagnosis and intervention. In this post, we’re going through five […]

The human body undergoes complex, intricate processes on a daily basis. It functions with the help of macronutrients – protein, carbohydrates and fat as well as, sometimes the lesser known, micronutrients. Let’s dive in below.  What are micronutrients? Micronutrients, also known as vitamins and minerals, are essential dietary elements that are required for physiological functions […]

There is an overwhelming amount of evidence to support the benefits that come from inclusive movement. But do those benefits outweigh the feelings of obsession, worthlessness or comparison that participating in current fitness culture tends to come with as well?  The Dreaded Fitness Industry So much of the time we are inundated with influencers and […]

A diagnosis of Avoidant-Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) can be overwhelming for an individual and their caregivers. Since ARFID has only recently gained wider recognition and is a less well known eating disorder, it is understandable to have questions about what this diagnosis means and what treatment might look like. We are going through the […]

We know that recovering from an eating disorder is hard work. Our clients are among the bravest and strongest people we know! We also know that it can be hard to maintain hope and motivation in the trenches of battling against behaviors and urges. This is where mantras come in. Many people struggling with eating […]