You might have heard, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” You might also find it really hard not to compare. Body image comparisons in this appearance obsessed society is natural but is not very helpful.  Body image dissatisfaction impairs our quality of life and is associated with depression, unhealthy diet and exercise behaviors, and eating […]

The summer months are (finally) upon us! And with that comes all the fun summer can bring: no school, beach trips and the long awaited summer camp.  But, if you are actively working towards eating disorder recovery, learning to navigate a transition, like summer camp, can feel potentially daunting. Or you may be feeling frustrated […]

This Pride Month the team at NourishRX would like to highlight a very important topic about eating disorder recovery in the LGBTQ+ community.  The facts surrounding eating disorder recovery and prevalence in the LGBTQ+ community are sobering. We have included some below:  The Facts on Eating Disorder Recovery and Mental Illness in the LGBTQ+ Community:  […]

As Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned dietitians, we believe that every person has the right to receive respectful health care. This should be the default whenever you seek out care from a physician or other healthcare provider. Unfortunately, those who live in larger bodies are far more likely to receive traumatic care than individuals […]

Struggling with an eating disorder (ED) is so much more than having difficulty consuming food. Disordered eating and eating disorders are complex and multi-faceted, impacting an individual physically, mentally and emotionally. Given this, treatment for eating disorders requires a multidisciplinary approach –  meaning a wide spectrum of eating disorder specialists to address each area affected […]