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School is out, the sun is shining and you finally get some time to relax! But, when summer starts, routine and structure are usually the first things to fly right out the door. As you navigate eating disorder recovery, this can cause some added stress. Insert: a summer schedule. How can a summer schedule help? Maintaining a…
In today’s health-conscious world, self weighing is often seen as a crucial step towards maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, the seemingly harmless act of stepping on the scale can sometimes do more harm than good. Let’s first dive into the idea that weight = health. It’s pretty commonplace in the medical world that your weight…
Ah exercise. An important and helpful tool in life and in eating disorder recovery. However, when individuals engage in excessive or compulsive exercise it can be extremely dangerous to both their physical and mental health. In this blog we are diving into what compulsive exercise is, the dangers, and how we can move towards a…
Navigating the world of pediatric health can be a daunting task for parents. Especially when faced with complex conditions like Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, or ARFID. ARFID is a relatively new term in the realm of eating disorders. Often misunderstood, this leads to confusion and anxiety for parents trying to support their child. This article…
Navigating the world of nutrition can be challenging, especially when dealing with an eating disorder or in the midst of recovery. Adding to the complexity are the constant influx of fad diets and nutrition trends, many of which promote unhealthy and unrealistic eating habits. One trend gaining traction lately is metabolic confusion – a concept that can further complicate…
Yoga has long been celebrated for its ability to nurture both the body and mind. For individuals in eating disorder recovery, yoga can be an especially powerful tool. It offers a unique blend of physical postures, breathing exercises, and mindfulness that help cultivate self-awareness, self-compassion, and body neutrality-three essential pillars of healing. The mind body connection…
As humans, eating is an essential part of our experience. It keeps us alive and provides nourishment for the things that mean the most to us. As non-diet Registered Dietitians we have clients come to us all the time looking for the answers to simply being able to “eat when I’m hungry and stop when…
As a parent, it can be overwhelming trying to manage all of the facets that contribute to your child’s health. We all want our kids to be healthy, but what does that really mean and how do we ensure they’re on the right track? Unfortunately, it feels that sometimes a child’s health is reduced to…
Our world is saturated with curated images and societal expectations about “the perfect” body. We are constantly bombarded with messages about what we should look like, as if this is something we can easily control (spoiler alert – it’s not!). It’s all too easy to fall into a bad body image day after relentless negative body image…
Embarking on a road trip can be an exhilarating experience. The open road, the scenic views, and the sense of adventure are unparalleled. However, for individuals in eating disorder recovery, planning a road trip requires thoughtful preparation to ensure both physical and mental well-being. This guide will provide you with practical tips to help you…
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