Breaking free from body checking is possible, but it takes time, intention, and support. Here are actionable steps to help you reduce this behavior and focus on building a healthier relationship with your body.
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Body checking is a behavior many people engage in, often subconsciously, as a way to monitor or assess their physical appearance. While it may seem harmless or routine, body checking can have a significant emotional and mental toll, particularly for those with body image concerns or eating disorders.
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The holiday season can be a magical time filled with celebrations, connection, and joy. But for those in eating disorder recovery, it can also bring unique challenges—large family meals, diet talk, and an overwhelming focus on food and appearance. If this resonates with you, know that you’re not alone, and there are ways to navigate this season with compassion and confidence.
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Meal prep is commonly suggested as a way to support healthy eating habits, but for those navigating eating disorder recovery, it can feel challenging or anxiety-inducing. The goal of meal prep in recovery isn’t perfection—it’s about reducing stress around food choices and ensuring you have nourishing options available when you need them. Here’s how to approach meal prep in a way that supports recovery.
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Disordered eating refers to a wide range of irregular eating behaviors and attitudes toward food, weight, and body image. It's important to distinguish disordered eating from clinically diagnosed eating disorders, though both can have detrimental effects on physical and mental health and both deserve support, care, and full recovery.
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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by diet culture and its constant messages about weight loss, cutting out foods, and following restrictive eating plans, you’re not alone. Many people find themselves searching for a more compassionate, sustainable approach to food and nutrition. This is where a non-diet dietitian comes in.
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Pregnancy is a time of immense physical and emotional change, and for those who have struggled with anorexia, it can bring unique challenges. Anorexia, which is characterized by restrictive eating and an intense fear of weight gain, can have significant effects on both the mother and the developing baby.
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Waking up after a night of binge eating can feel overwhelming. You might feel physically uncomfortable, mentally drained, and emotionally heavy. It’s easy to get caught up in feelings of guilt or think about “making up for” what happened, but it’s important to handle these moments with care and compassion. Instead of punishing yourself, there are healthier ways to navigate the day after binge eating.
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If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, “Am I sick enough to need eating disorder treatment?” know that you’re not alone. This is a common question, and it often stems from misconceptions about what eating disorders look like and who “qualifies” for help. Let's explore this topic with care, because your well-being matters, regardless of where you are on your journey.
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Eating disorders are complex, and the ways they evolve or change over time can be difficult to understand. One of the most common concerns is whether someone with anorexia can develop other eating disorders, like binge eating or bulimia, or if their behaviors might shift in unexpected ways. This is an important topic to explore, especially since eating disorders don’t always stay static.
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Anorexia nervosa has a profound impact on the brain. Beyond the obvious physical consequences, this eating disorder affects the brain’s structure, function, and chemistry, leading to changes in behavior, thinking, and emotions.
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Anorexia nervosa is one of the more well-known eating disorders, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood (as do most eating disorders). Anorexia is a complex psychological and physical condition driven by various factors that go far beyond food and weight.
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