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Compassionate care and recovery for Nighttime Binge Eating and Overeating or Eating that Feels “Out of Control”  with a Medical Nutritionist Dietitian

Embark on a transformative journey, transitioning from nighttime Binge Eating Disorder (BED) to achieving holistic well-being and fostering trust with both food and your body. Our certified Nutrition and Body Image Nutritionist Dietitians offer compassionate care, guiding you towards enduring healing. They empower you to regain trust and freedom in your relationship with food and your body, enabling you to embrace life with a renewed sense of wellness and vitality.

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What is the goal of medical nutrition therapy for binge eating and overeating at night time?

The goal of medical nutrition therapy for binge eating and overeating at nighttime is to address and manage these behaviors through a structured and personalized approach to nutrition. The key objectives include:

  • Establishing Healthy Eating Patterns: Helping individuals develop regular and balanced eating patterns throughout the day to prevent extreme hunger and subsequent nighttime overeating or binge eating.

  • Identifying Triggers and Patterns: Understanding the emotional, situational, or environmental triggers that contribute to nighttime overeating or binge eating. Recognizing patterns helps in developing strategies to manage these triggers.

  • Promoting Nutrient-Dense Choices: Encouraging the consumption of nutrient-dense foods to meet nutritional needs and provide sustained energy, reducing the likelihood of excessive or impulsive eating at night.

  • Addressing Emotional Eating: Providing tools and strategies to cope with emotional eating by fostering awareness of emotional triggers and offering alternative, non-food coping mechanisms.

  • Improving Meal Timing and Frequency: Establishing a regular meal schedule and frequency to promote balanced energy intake throughout the day and reduce the tendency to compensate with overeating during nighttime.

  • Enhancing Mindful Eating: Encouraging mindful eating practices, such as paying attention to hunger and fullness cues, and avoiding distractions during meals, to promote a healthier relationship with food.

  • Individualized Treatment Plans: Tailoring treatment plans to the individual's unique needs, considering factors such as dietary preferences, lifestyle, and any underlying medical conditions that may contribute to binge eating or overeating.

  • Supporting Behavior Change: Providing support and guidance to help individuals make sustainable behavior changes in their eating habits. This may involve setting realistic goals and implementing gradual adjustments.

  • Promoting Long-Term Wellness: Focusing on long-term wellness by empowering individuals to develop a positive and sustainable relationship with food, promoting overall health and vitality.

Medical nutrition therapy for binge eating and overeating at nighttime is typically delivered by registered dietitians or nutritionists with expertise in eating disorders. It aims to provide comprehensive and individualized support to address both the nutritional and psychological aspects of these behaviors.

 
 

Why do I binge eat at night?

At Side By Side Nutrition, our Medical Nutrition Therapy Dietitians can help you identify triggers and reasons behind your disordered eating. Some key reasons for nighttime BED include restrictive dieting, physiological factors, emotional triggers, hormonal imbalances, and sleep deprivation.

The nutritionists on our team provide personalized, one-on-one nutrition counseling specifically tailored for individuals facing a variety of conditions and struggles including binge eating, overeating, night eating, emotional eating, body image distress, chronic dieting, disordered eating, restrictive eating, and more.  

Our approach is rooted in a weight-inclusive, non-diet, philosophy, emphasizing behaviors, whole-self well-being, trust in food and our bodies, and self-compassion over numbers.  This is the cornerstone of lasting health. We firmly believe that true wellness goes beyond the scale. We focus on helping clients discover a new sustainable, compassionate, respectful, and trusting relationship with food, body image, and self.

Our dietitians are based in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins, Colorado, as well as Woodinville, Washington, and we work with patients from all over the state and country providing in-person and online nutrition counseling.

 
 

What is night time binge eating or overeating at night?

Nighttime binge eating or overeating at night refers to the consumption of excessive amounts of food during the evening or nighttime hours, often characterized by a loss of control over eating. This behavior can involve consuming large quantities of food rapidly and may continue until the individual feels uncomfortably full. Nighttime binge eating is a specific subtype of binge eating disorder (BED) or can be associated with other eating disorders.

Key characteristics of nighttime binge eating or overeating at night include:

  • Loss of Control: Individuals experience a sense of loss of control during the episodes, consuming larger amounts of food than intended.

  • Rapid Eating: Eating occurs rapidly, and the person may not be fully aware of the quantity of food being consumed.

  • Discomfort and Guilt: After the episode, individuals often experience physical discomfort due to overeating and may feel guilty or ashamed about their lack of control.

  • Frequency: Nighttime binge eating episodes may occur regularly, potentially leading to a pattern of overeating during evening hours.

  • Emotional Triggers: Emotional factors, such as stress, loneliness, boredom, or emotional distress, may contribute to nighttime binge eating.

  • Insomnia or Disrupted Sleep: Nighttime binge eating can be associated with insomnia or disrupted sleep patterns, as the behavior may interfere with normal sleep routines.

  • Lack of Hunger in the Morning: Individuals who engage in nighttime binge eating may report a reduced appetite or lack of hunger in the morning, potentially disrupting normal eating patterns.

Seeking support from healthcare professionals, including registered dietitians can be crucial for individuals experiencing nighttime binge eating. Comprehensive treatment approaches often involve addressing both the nutritional and psychological aspects of the behavior to promote long-term recovery and a healthier relationship with food.

 
 

What is a Medical Nutrition Therapy Dietitian and how can they help with Nighttime Binge eating and overeating?

A Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) Dietitian is a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) who specializes in providing evidence-based nutrition therapy to address specific medical conditions, including those related to disordered eating patterns like binge eating and overeating.

How a Medical Nutrition Therapy Dietitian Can Help with Binge Eating/Overeating:

  1. Assessment: Conducting a comprehensive assessment to understand the individual's emotional eating patterns, triggers, and the emotional factors contributing to their relationship with food.

  2. Individualized Nutrition Plans: Designing personalized nutrition plans tailored to the individual's specific needs, dietary preferences, and nutritional requirements. This may involve establishing regular and balanced eating patterns.

  3. Intuitive Eating Practices: Introducing and encouraging mindful eating practices to enhance awareness of hunger and fullness cues, promoting a healthier relationship with food and reducing impulsive or emotional eating.

  4. Behavioral Counseling: Providing behavioral counseling to address maladaptive eating behaviors associated with emotional eating. This may include exploring alternative coping strategies and stress management techniques.

  5. Nutrition Education: Offering education on the role of different nutrients in supporting emotional well-being and overall health. Providing information on how nutrition can influence mood and energy levels.

  6. Goal Setting: Collaborating with individuals to set realistic and achievable nutrition goals that align with their emotional well-being and foster a positive relationship with food.

  7. Emotional Resilience Building: Assisting individuals in developing emotional resilience and exploring alternative coping mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, or other emotional triggers without relying solely on food.

  8. Long-Term Strategies: Working with individuals to develop sustainable, long-term strategies for managing emotional eating. This may involve ongoing support, periodic adjustments to the nutrition plan, and the incorporation of healthy lifestyle habits.

  9. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as therapists or mental health providers, to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to emotional well-being.

Medical Nutrition Therapy Dietitians play a crucial role in helping individuals address the nutritional aspects of nighttime binge eating and overeating at night while considering the broader context of mental and emotional well-being. Their expertise contributes to a holistic and integrated approach to support individuals in achieving a balanced and nourishing relationship with food.

Our devoted team of nutrition experts specializing in eating disorders is dedicated to guiding clients toward a journey of healing that transcends fear and shame. By addressing concerns around food and dismantling negative body image perceptions and behaviors, we empower clients to reclaim ownership of their relationships with food and body and to shift their outlook, beliefs, and behaviors towards love, respect, and acceptance. This transformation paves the way for sustainable recovery and lasting wellbeing. Together, we strive to eradicate feelings of shame related to food and body image, identify triggers that fuel self-doubt, and nurture a trusting relationship with both food and body, creating space for our authentic selves and true values to emerge and thrive.

Recognizing that each individual holds the key to their own healing journey, our diverse team of medical nutrition specialists facilitates a process of self-exploration and empowerment. Recovery from an eating disorder and disorder eating extends beyond overcoming the eating disorder; it involves cultivating a rich and empowered life through healing around food and body image.

 

What does nutrition therapy include?

 

A Comprehensive Initial Assessment

Our holistic approach begins with an in-depth initial evaluation, delving into your individual needs by exploring your history with food, body image, and overall health. With your consent, we engage in a collaborative process to grasp your objectives and hopes for our collaboration and your journey toward full recovery.

 

Build Trust in the Body’s Natural Cues

Our approach is centered on breaking free from the constant thoughts and behaviors associated with the eating disorder that keep individuals stuck in a cycle of distress. Together, we embark on a transformative journey to build trust in the body's natural cues and become intuitive and trusting eaters, allowing for a renewed sense of freedom and openness in life.

 

Go Beyond Symptom Management - Shift Body Image Perception

Our focus goes beyond merely managing symptoms; we aim to facilitate a profound transformation in how body image is perceived, fostering self-acceptance and a genuine appreciation for one's unique self. By breaking down the mental and emotional barriers imposed by the eating disorder, we empower our clients to embrace a life free from never-ending negative food and body image thoughts, nurturing a newfound sense of joy, purpose, and opportunity. Follow-up sessions are central to our collaborative efforts. We thoroughly explore your connection with food and body, addressing obstacles and co-creating personalized strategies. We delve into body image examination, dismantling external pressures of food and body negativity, and establishing supportive frameworks as necessary. Our objective is to assist you in broadening the spectrum and adaptability of your eating habits, learning to nuture and tend to your body's signals of hunger and satisfaction, and cultivating a joyful relationship with both food and body.

 

Continued Support

Throughout your journey, we offer unwavering support, navigating the inevitable ups and downs. We celebrate your progress and stand by you as you cross the finish line. Our mission is not only eating disorder recovery but also the cultivation of a life that is rich, meaningful, and fully aligned with your values. We believe in the importance of this journey and the therapeutic relationship, and our dedicated dietitians are here to guide you every step of the way.

 

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials List

Recent “graduate” from Side by Side Nutrition. I started working with SBSN to figure out how food worked after having an eating disorder for years. And I’m so happy I got so much more than that! SBSN introduced me to Self-Compassion and met me with an approach that never included shaming me. I looked forward to our sessions every week, even if I hadn’t done any of my work, because I knew she’d be understanding and work with me to figure out what I needed to make it happen. And none of that compassion and presence was lost when we had to switch to telehealth. When I started, I didn’t think healing from an eating disorder was possible. And I never in my wildest dreams imagined that I’d come out of it with an unshakable love for my body (certainly not a plus size body with chronic illness)! I’m so glad circumstances sent me here because I know I wouldn’t have gotten to this place with my previous dietician! I am STRONG, I am CONFIDENT, and I am in LOVE with myself! Thank you so much for helping me on my journey here! It wasn’t easy, but it was so worth it!

— Michaela Myers

I worked with SBSN at Side by Side after an eating disorder diagnosis, and it changed my life for the better. The entire team is incredibly supportive, patient, and full of resources. There's a lot of confusion out there about dieticians and nutritionists, and I'm lucky to have found a place that helped me the way no one ever had. I thought recovery was impossible for me, but it's not! You just have to find the right people, and that can take some digging. Side by Side is the real deal.

— Melanie Smith

As the director of an eating disorder outpatient clinic, licensed psychologist, and certified eating disorders specialist, I am extremely picky about the dietitians my team and I will collaborate with. I can say with full confidence that my team completely trusts Jamie Magdic and her entire team of dietitians. Jamie is incredibly compassionate and dedicated to her patients, in addition to being extremely knowledgeable . Side By Side Nutrition is one of our clinic's top picks for nutrition therapy. They are excellent, know eating disorders, and are actually weight-inclusive and HAES-informed. I would trust Side By Side Nutrition with any patient with any diagnosis in any stage of recovery.

— Dr. Janean Anderson

I started working with SBSN after 20 years of disordered eating and 3 years of eating disorder treatment. My RDs were always focused on my weight restoration and how I felt food, but never really got how I felt about my body. I have made bigger strides in recovery working with SBSN than I ever did with any other RD. SBSN is kind, compassionate, non-judgemental, and easy to relate to. I felt comfortable with SBSN starting from day 1. To quote my therapist, SBSN is a unicorn and you won't find anyone like them!

— Alexandria McCombs

When I started working with SBSN, I had been struggling with my eating disorder for over six years. I had worked with RDs and therapists before, but they solely focused on weight restoration and not the mental aspect of recovery, so I stayed stuck in my disorder while in a "recovered" body. SBSN's approach was unlike any other RD or eating disorder specialist I had worked with before in that she treats her clients as whole, multifaceted people and addresses so much more than just the food piece of recovery. They helped me to constantly challenge my eating disorder and tackle food fears while also teaching me about the importance of self care and self compassion in recovery and how I could incorporate these into my life. I truly feel that my work with SBSN not only helped me win my battle against my eating disorder but helped me to be a stronger, happier, healthier person in general now that I have those self care tools. It was so refreshing to work with someone with a holistic approach to eating disorders and body image issues and I cannot recommend working with her enough! Thank you so much SBSN for your support!

— Kacey

SBSN gave me peace and restoration in my mind, body, and life. I had deeply rooted issues surrounding food and my body, and I thought I would never recover from my concerns. I had my reservations about meeting a dietician on my first appointment, but the therapy is never diet-focused, and focused more on client-centered care and recovery. They tailor therapy sessions around your goals and comfort. They provide many resources for her clients to guide them through each phase of recovery. I will never forget SBSN, they were an essential factor in my recovery.

— Lauren

I am so thankful to this organization, they are helping me out so much in so many different areas. My dietitian is an outstanding registered dietitian to work with and Jamie has jumped hoops to make sure that I could get into this program and I am so humbled by their partnering care! I love the inviting and accepting feel of the staff and overall office feel, from when I walk in the doors through when I walk out after my appointment every time I come. I truly don’t know where I’d be if I didn’t have Side by Side guiding me through my healing journey. My eyes well with gratitude for this practice as I write this review! Thank you!!!

— Mary Sanders

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Our Team of Dietitian Nutritionists, Expert ED and Medical Nutrition Counselors

 

The Side by Side Nutrition team has a team of 12+ outpatient registered dietitians. We provide online nutrition counseling to patients in Colorado and around the country. We offer one-on-one and family nutrition counseling for patients either online or in person, with offices located in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins. We specialize in eating disorder recovery and body image healing.

RD - Registered Dietitian
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
MS - Masters of Science

As specialists in ED nutrition counseling our mission is rooted in compassion. We:  

  • Strive to create a safe and nurturing space for individuals on their journey to wellness. 

  • Understand the profound impact that eating disorders can have on one's life.

  • Are committed to fostering a supportive community where every client feels seen, heard, and understood. 

  • Work from an intuitive eating, HAES (Health at Every Size) Informed Approach.

  • Believe everyone has the right to high-quality care – accessibility and inclusivity are at the core of our values.

  • Stand firm in our belief in the possibility of full recovery. 

  • Continually invest in our education to stay at the forefront of the field.

  • Are committed to ongoing learning.

  • Channel all our resources into becoming the best eating disorder nutritionist counselors.

  • Are dedicated to guiding our clients toward a life of lasting health and empowerment.

 

We Accept Insurance:

We are committed to ensuring that our clients have access to healthcare, and we make every effort to facilitate this. We accept insurance plans such as BlueCross Blue Shield (Anthem/Regence), United HealthCare (Optum), Aetna, and Cigna.

 
 

Dietitian for ED and Medical Nutrition Therapy FAQ

 

How to stop binge eating at night:

Stopping binge eating at night is a highly individualized process, as the triggers and factors contributing to this behavior vary from person to person. Working with a registered dietitian is crucial to assess and understand these unique factors and develop personalized strategies for behavior change, and ensures a tailored approach that considers individual preferences, lifestyle, and underlying causes.

Why do I binge eat at night? What causes binge eating at night?

Binge eating at night can be influenced by various factors, including emotional stress, boredom, loneliness, or a disrupted eating schedule. Identifying the specific triggers and addressing them can help in managing nighttime binge eating.

What to do after a night of binge eating? How to recover after a night of binge eating:

If you've experienced a night of binge eating, consider the following steps for recovery:

  • Avoid guilt and self-blame.

  • Resume regular, balanced meals.

  • Focus on self-compassion.

  • Seek specialized support from a dietitian who works with disordered eating/eating disorders.

What insurance plans do you accept?

Side By Side Nutrition is in network with Cigna, Cigna Localplus, Aetna, BlueCross Blue Shield (Anthem/Regence), UMR, and United Healthcare. Prior to your visit, please call your insurance company to check your benefits. We can not guarantee coverage. For other insurance companies, we are out-of-network providers. This means we can provide you a superbill to submit to insurance for possible reimbursement. SBS can not submit superbills without a medical diagnosis. Payment is due at time of service for folxs using out of network benefits.

How does treatment work? What does a typical session look like?

An outpatient team consists of a dietitian, therapist, and primary care physician at minimum. Sessions are highly individualized and change from week to week depending on the needs, goals, behaviors, and journey of each client. Our dietitians are constantly assessing the needs, progress, safety, and next steps with their client’s short and long term goals in mind. 

An outpatient team works collaboratively to ensure clients get the best care for their recovery while staying in their day to day life. Clients in eating disorder recovery being treated on the outpatient level will typically visit with their dietitians 1-2x/week, therapist 1-2x/week, PCP monthly, and psychiatrist as needed.

I don’t live in Colorado, can we still work together?

Absolutely! We are passionate about making care accessible for you and offer telehealth services and online nutrition therapy when appropriate. We will meet via a HIPAA-compliant video conference platform and communicate between sessions using email. 

We provide nutrition counseling to clients from around the county. 

How do I get started?

You can schedule directly online here!

You can also contact us to help you schedule via our contact form here.

If you have any questions about working with us or scheduling, feel free to contact us via email or phone: contact@sidebysidenutrition.com or call us at 708-717-7394.

What is Health At Every Size?

Health at Every Size™ is a compassionate care framework that recognizes and promotes body diversity and holistic health. We recognize a focus on intentional weight loss causes harm, does not improve health, and further invokes weight stigma and discrimination. We believe any person in any size body can pursue health and create positive behavior change that prioritizes their individual health desires.

What is Intuitive Eating?

Intuitive Eating is an approach to eating that incorporates building body trust, intuitive responses, emotional awareness, and listening to your body. It encourages self-compassion, curiosity, trust, and a gentle attitude towards food in order to cultivate and maintain a sustainable, healthy, and trusting relationship with food and body image.