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 […]

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 […]

You may be feeling scared or uncertain because it’s your first time considering an eating disorder treatment program. Perhaps you are feeling frustrated with treatment or struggling with the idea of not feeling “sick enough”. First off, we hear you.  No matter where you are in this process, seeking treatment is not easy and you […]