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 …
In treating eating disorders often a multi-disciplinary approach can enhance a person’s chances of recovering. Besides medical treatment, recovery can also include a combination of nutrition management, psychotherapy, family-based therapy and even art therapy. Art Therapy Explained Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art to help an individual better understand his or …
An easy way to add nutritional punch to your diet without adding bulky foods is to eat chia seeds. The seeds are native to Guatemala and Mexico and were once called “Indian Running Food” because they are loaded with high-quality protein. Eating an ounce of chia seeds gives the body a significant amount of its …
It can be hard for anyone suffering from an eating disorder to log into Facebook or Instagram and see images of what their friends are having for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Social media sites have allowed us to share a lot of information about ourselves with our friends and sometimes even strangers. Sharing details about …
Making resolutions for the new year can be difficult when struggling with an eating disorder. However, if your only goal for the new year is to recover from your eating disorder, here are the most important steps you should take. Forgiveness and Rediscovery Admitting that you have a problem can be difficult, particularly if you’ve …
Eating Disorder Self Test. Take the EAT-26 self test to see if you might have eating disorder symptoms that might require professional evaluation. All answers are confidential.
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