Helping a loved one with an eating disorder can be difficult if we don’t have the right information. A lot of times our well-meaning intentions could be doing more harm than good. One thing to realize when trying to understand eating disorders is that the problem is not about bad food habits or diets, but …
Gaining weight in a healthy way requires some planning. Add to the planning a bit of creativity and common sense, and you can put on weight without causing yourself undue stress or triggering symptoms. The list of suggestions below comes from scouring reputable health and medical websites about eating disorders and weight gain, and selecting …
Many people who struggle with eating disorders also struggle with negative self-talk. A key step in eating disorder recovery is learning to overcome one’s harsh inner critic. We all seem to possess an inner critic – the negative internal commentary we often hear when something goes wrong or we make a mistake. However, this kind …
When you are working on establishing healthy eating habits, it helps to have a well-stocked pantry. For many of us trying to eat well, convenience is key. It becomes easier if frequently used food items are at hand, or we can flavor bland dishes by reaching into the cupboard for condiments. Here is a simple …
Many people who struggle with an eating disorder have body image issues and low self-esteem. Finding a way to battle your negative thoughts can be difficult, but there are things you can do every day to help yourself grow more comfortable with your body. Self-Esteem and Eating Disorders Angela Celio Doyle, a clinical associate in …
There is so much nutrition information available on the Internet that it can often be more confusing than helpful. If you are recovering from an eating disorder, this sea of “expert” nutritional advice may seem a nightmare to navigate. Fortunately, to create healthy eating habits, it is unnecessary to focus on countless food details. Keeping …
Natural cheeses provide many nutritional benefits. If you purchase cheese made from high-quality milk, you will give your body the benefits of protein, calcium, heart healthy omega-3 fats, vitamins A, D, B2 (riboflavin), B12, and K2 – plus minerals such as zinc and phosphorous. Cheese made from the milk of grass-fed cows is best. You …
Is it possible to develop healthy eating habits and feel good about them when you have an eating disorder? The only real answer is that anything is possible. The path to healthier eating is a bit different for everyone, but the path is there. It can be hidden by feelings and beliefs about our self …
All of our problematic behaviors are rooted in habitual ways of thinking, which is why mindfulness exercises can help. These exercises give us a new awareness, allowing us to see the same old thing differently. And awareness is a precursor to change. This mindful eating exercise may be of help to anyone trying to develop …
You know you need to get vital nutrients into your system and slowly increase your weight, but you have a difficult time even looking at a plate full of food. Consider becoming a connoisseur of smoothies and slurping your way to better health. Some people recovering from eating disorders have an easier time assimilating liquids …
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