One of my favorite steps in Intuitive Eating is "Make Peace With Food." Food peace brings so much joy to your life that may not be in your life right now. Every person will need to make peace with food in their own way. But for a lot of people, that means eating foods that can be “binge foods”, “cheat foods”, “treats”, “off-limits”, … [Read more...]
Am I the right dietitian for you?
Last weekend, my world on social media blew up with a ton of conversation between dietitians about the terms “diet” and “anti-diet” and which nutrition philosophy is “right”. Questions were asked by many dietitians including: “How do we really define the word “diet”? Is it always about wanting to lose weight?” “What if … [Read more...]
What is Binge Eating?
Many people struggle with binge eating and it’s becoming more and more common in today’s society. The stories are different but the feeling is the same: "I feel out of control when it comes to eating". As a dietitian with over 10 years of experience in the eating disorder field, I can tell you for certain that everyone has a different … [Read more...]
What Does Support Look Like For Someone In Eating Disorder Recovery?
Last week I had the honor to co-lead a support group at Metro Behavioral Health Associates with Founder Jennie Kramer. The group was made up of people who were seeking support for food and body image healing. The group session itself was amazing. The women in the group shared personal stories of wins and struggles for the week. They … [Read more...]
3 Amazing Resources For Your Food And Nutrition Journey
There should be no shame in getting help for an eating disorder. It’s almost time for Eating Disorders Awareness week, which officially starts February 25th. This time of year always holds a very special place in my heart. And in that regard, I want to wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day. I also want to remind you that you are as important … [Read more...]