Imagine if you could silence the voices, both external and internal, that constantly judge your body. Imagine if you could step off the treadmill of endless dieting and body modification, and just be. Imagine living a life where your value is not tied to the number on...
If you’ve gone through the waves of dieting, it’s likely that you have beliefs in your mind about what foods are “good” and what foods are “bad.” Maybe you tell yourself: “You can’t eat that, it’s bad.” “You can’t eat that, it has too much sugar in it.”...
In the search for health and wellness, it's easy to get drawn into the allure of quick-fix solutions and trendy diets that promise fast results. While the idea of losing weight fast or "resetting" your body might sound appealing, it's important to understand what...
Today, we're diving into an important topic that affects many of us: disordered eating. It often sits on a spectrum between normal eating and an eating disorder, encompassing a range of symptoms and behaviors. Disordered eating behaviors often resemble those found in...
Did you know that there’s a difference between eating disorders and disordered eating?! People often use these terms interchangeably, but it's important to know that they have unique qualities and affect people's well-being in different ways. We're here to shed light...
Welcome to our blog post on the incredible power of meal support in eating disorder recovery! If you or a loved one are navigating the challenging journey of overcoming an eating disorder or disordered eating habits, meal support can play a vital role in the healing...
As registered dietitians, we understand that those struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating often have an internal dialogue, known as the "eating disorder voice." This voice can be LOUD, persistent, and overwhelming, leading to harmful behaviors and...
Are you a picky eater? Or do you know someone who is super selective about what they eat? Well, what if we told you that there's an eating disorder that's more than just picky eating? That's right, we're talking about Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)....
Eating disorders and disordered eating are complex mental health conditions that can be incredibly challenging to overcome. They often involve a disconnection between the mind and the body, leading to a range of physical and emotional symptoms. Many people with eating...
As anti-diet dietitians, we believe that promoting a healthy body image is essential for overall well-being. Body image refers to the mental picture we have of our physical appearance, including how we perceive, feel, and think about our bodies. Positive,...
Have you ever struggled with how you feel about your body? It can be tough, especially when we're bombarded with images of "perfect" bodies all around us. But the good news is that with time and practice, we can learn to accept ourselves just the way we are. In...
We've all heard that we need to be more kind toward ourselves and treat ourselves with more "self-compassion," but what does that actually mean? In today’s blog post, we’re going to be breaking down the three elements of self-compassion. Buddhist psychology...