All posts by Eating Disorder Solutions

Dear You,  “How are you?”  These are the three most purposeless words in the world of communication. First, the person asking doesn’t really want to know, and second, the person responding doesn’t tell the truth. Every time this question comes up in passing, what un...

“Your brain can be your most powerful asset. But if not used properly, it can be your biggest liability.” – Robert T. Kiyosaki. Our brains are astounding, but they have weaknesses that can wreak havoc on your life. Your brain becomes influenced easily, picking up patterns and creat...

Trauma.  Six letters.  Two syllables.  A mixture of emotions: unfiltered confusion, anxiety, and fear – tightly wound into a simple word.  Here at Eating Disorder Solutions, we understand that trauma feels and appears differently in every case. Trauma doesn’t have one...

According to the ADA, around 40 million Americans currently suffer from the effects of anxiety. With so many people with anxiety, it’s no wonder this disease has subtle signs and symptoms that can quickly escalate and lower someone’s quality of life. Fortunately, there are sign...

Find yourself deep in the fridge when you’re stressed, for reasons other than hunger? You’re not alone. Emotional eating affects many people, and it can be a tough cycle to break. Here, we’ll take a look at why emotional eating happens, the shame that many people feel after binge e...

Every year, just before the weather begins to warm, the inevitable occurs: weight loss ads and commercials begin popping up on television and social media. A sea of reminders that society expects bodies to look a certain way can make it difficult to figure out how to accept your body, no matter how ...

Laxatives are used to relieve or prevent constipation. They work by drawing water into the bowel, softening the stool, and making it easier to pass. However, laxatives also work as a diuretic, which means they can cause dehydration. Laxative abuse has become a major problem in recent years. Laxative...