Published On - November 4, 2022
Is Intermittent Fasting an Eating Disorder?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a popular dietary trend, with nearly one-quarter (24 percent) of Americans trying it at some point. While many advocate for its benefits, others raise concerns about its potential to mask or trigger eating disorders. This post will explore intermittent fasting, i...
Published On - November 2, 2022
The Causes of An Eating Disorder: A Look Inside
Fact: Eating disorders are extremely common; about 20 million women and 10 million men suffer from them at some point in their lives. Myth: Eating disorders are only about food. Eating disorder types include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. While these are the most...
Published On - September 30, 2022
Understanding The Toxic Effects of Today’s Sly Diet Culture
In its most simplistic form, diet culture believes that physical appearance and body shape are more crucial than psychological, physical, and general well-being. It’s the idea that controlling our body, particularly our diet – by limiting what and how much we eat – is normal. Even ...
Published On - September 21, 2022
The Link Between Eating Disorders and Control
Life can often be stressful. Whether it’s financial pressures, job uncertainties, or personal relationships, the chaos can feel overwhelming and out of control. In these moments, people often grasp at the one aspect they believe they can manage – their bodies. The Intersection of Eating Disorder...
Published On - September 6, 2022
Navigating Eating Disorders Among College Students
An estimated 30 million Americans will confront an eating disorder during their lifetime, a significant portion of whom are college students. This critical period of transition to college life presents both excitement and numerous stressors, which can catalyze the development of eating disorders. Co...
