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Bulimia nervosa, an illness that severely affects eating behaviors, is often fueled by deep emotional distress and feelings of shame. It can affect every aspect of a person’s physical and mental health, yet often goes unseen by others. Recovery from bulimia nervosa is rarely a straight line, but every step forward matters. If you’re just…
You don’t have to “look sick” to be struggling with an eating disorder. Atypical anorexia nervosa involves the same intense fears and restrictive behaviors as classic anorexia, only without the low body weight. Because many people with atypical anorexia are in average or larger bodies, their struggles often go unseen or are misunderstood. This invisibility,…
Are you thinking about trying the 21-day anti-inflammatory diet? The basic premise behind this plan can be appealing. It offers to reduce inflammation and boost wellness in just three weeks. Before you jump on the bandwagon, consider the harm that these rigid plans can do, especially if you’ve struggled with food anxiety or restrictive eating…
The carnivore diet for women – an animal-only eating plan that cuts out plant foods – has been gaining popularity online. Many women share short-term wins like feeling less bloated, thinking more clearly, or having fewer cravings. And while those shifts can feel encouraging, it’s worth taking a closer look at how this way of…
The carnivore diet has surged in popularity, especially among wellness influencers who tout it as the ultimate fix for an array of health concerns, from stubborn weight and problems with digestion to symptom relief. While it may offer tentative results, is the carnivore diet as healthy as it’s claimed to be? This article looks into what…
As diet culture continues to equate thinness with health and success, weight loss has become a widespread goal, often without questioning the cost. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic are now gaining popularity for their weight loss effects. But for those navigating or recovering from an eating disorder, these medications raise important questions about safety, sustainability, and…
Often praised for their health benefits, anti-inflammatory diets have become a popular choice for many individuals proactively seeking wellness. While this form of diet does hold merit and is even promoted by medical experts, it can sometimes blur the line between mindful eating and obsessive control. If you’re overwhelmed by the food rules that come…
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…
Chances are, you’ve heard about Intuitive Eating before. Originally coined in 1995 by two registered dietitians, Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, it has taken popular culture by storm. The premise behind Intuitive Eating (IE) is that dieting is not only ineffective for weight loss in the long run (95% of diets ultimately fail), but may…
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