Social Media’s Impact on Eating Disorders
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of daily life, influencing how we connect, communicate, and...
6 Stages of Our Holistic Eating Disorder Treatment
Eating disorders are complex conditions that affect not only your physical health but also your mental and emotional well-being. At...
The Power of Time: Healing from an Eating Disorder at a Residential Treatment Center
“Healing is not a race; it’s a journey that requires time, patience, and self-compassion. Only by allowing ourselves to truly...
Understanding Emotional Eating
Emotional eating is a common phenomenon where individuals use food to cope with or suppress emotions, rather than to satisfy...
How to Help Someone with Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder (BED) is a severe mental health condition characterized by recurrent episodes of consuming large quantities of food...
Navigating Social Events During Eating Disorder Recovery
Handling social events while recovering from an eating disorder can be tough due to potential triggers like food-centered environments, societal...
Understanding Fear Foods & Challenging Them
At Eating Disorder Solutions, our mission is to guide individuals toward a healthier relationship with food by offering compassionate and...
Identifying and Handling Relapse Triggers In Eating Disorder Treatment
Healing from mental health disorders, like an eating disorder, can be really tough. You’re in a maze full of things...
The Restrict & Binge Cycle: Understanding the Dangers
With dieting comes restriction, and with restriction comes binging, leading to an endless cycle between the two.
How Laxatives Can Ruin Your Life: The Dangers of Laxative Abuse
In a society where quick fixes are often sought for health issues, laxatives have been misconstrued as a harmless solution...
Practicing Distress Tolerance Skills in Eating Disorder Recovery
Distress happens. There’s no getting around it. Everyone has positive emotions, and everyone has negative emotions. It’s just part of...
Unmasking Red Flags: A Guide to Recognizing Concerning Eating Habits
Nearly 80% of eating disorders go undetected. Approximately 9% of the American population has an eating disorder, which is 28.8...
The Differences Between Anorexia and Bulimia
At Eating Disorder Solutions, our mission transcends beyond mere treatment; it’s about understanding, empathy, and a commitment to holistic healing...
Art Therapy for Eating Disorders: A Creative Path to Healing
Eating disorders are intricate conditions that manifest in a myriad of ways, both physically and psychologically. These disorders, which include...
What Is an Eating Disorder Therapist?
Eating disorders are complex conditions that manifest through abnormal or disturbed eating habits, often stemming from an intense preoccupation with...
Embracing Change in Eating Disorder Recovery
It’s time to change. When you read or hear the word change, what feelings or emotions come to mind? Most...
Understanding Different Types of Eating Disorders
As many of us know, life is not always easy. There are a lot of ups and downs – and...
What Is Night Eating Syndrome?
Eating at night isn’t uncommon–in fact, many of us often reach for a snack or sweet treat after dinner. But...
Top 5 Myths About Eating Disorders
In today’s fast-paced and image-driven society, the topic of eating disorders has garnered increasing attention. Unfortunately, misconceptions and stereotypes still...
Orthorexia Vs. Anorexia
Do you or someone you know worry about eating healthy to the point of obsession? While counting calories and checking...
Overcoming Your Biggest Fears of Eating Disorder Treatment
You may have clicked on this blog because you’re trying to better understand the recovery process, you’re struggling and searching...
Can Picky Eating Be an Eating Disorder?
Is your child reluctant to try new foods, sticking only to their favorite meals? Many picky eaters prefer familiar items...
The Link Between Perfectionism and Eating Disorders
Perfectionism is a personality trait often associated with eating disorders. Characterized by a relentless pursuit of high standards and the...
Drunkorexia 101: What You Should Know
Kosher Eating Disorder Treatment for the Jewish Community
Eating and food preparation are important parts of the Jewish culture. Certain food restrictions are a key part of staying...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
A Love Letter Written For You
Dear You, “How are you?” These are the three most purposeless words in the world of communication. First, the person...
World Brain Day: Mindset over Matter
“Your brain can be your most powerful asset. But if not used properly, it can be your biggest liability.” –...
Understanding Pregorexia: Definition, Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is Pregorexia? Pregorexia is a term used to describe the behavior of women who excessively control their weight during...
Emotional Eating, Shame, and The Cycle of Disordered Eating
Find yourself deep in the fridge when you’re stressed, for reasons other than hunger? You’re not alone. Emotional eating affects...
Body Positivity, Body Neutrality, and the Road to Self-Acceptance
Every year, just before the weather begins to warm, the inevitable occurs: weight loss ads and commercials begin popping up...
Atypical Anorexia Nervosa: Signs & Symptoms
When individuals think about anorexia nervosa, they usually picture a young woman underweight or sometimes even emaciated. However, several subtypes...
Are Eating Disorders and Anxiety Connected?
Anxiety disorders are common mental health conditions that may coincide with eating disorders. According to the article Anxiety and Disordered...
Do I Have Body Dysmorphia?
Everybody has insecurities: those little things we view as imperfections that we may want to change or hide from others....
Getting Help for a Binge Eating Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is an often-overlooked form of disordered eating that involves the overconsumption of food. This happens when...
What is Body Checking? Plus Other Subtle Eating Disorder Signs
Eating disorders and disordered eating habits are complex and nuanced subjects. They manifest in various forms and affect individuals differently,...
Why Choose Out-of-State Treatment?
Once you’ve made the courageous decision to recover from your eating disorder it’s time to think about the type of...
Happy Holiday Season Sweet Friends!
Man, it’s been one heck of a year, hasn’t it? And now, all of a sudden, we’re back in the...
How to Choose an Eating Disorder Program
What’s Important When Choosing an Eating Disorder Program? Choosing the right facility is critical to ensure you or your loved...
Tips: Getting through the Holidays
While most Texans are grateful for the cooler weather and being able to enjoy the outdoors without the threat of...
The Importance of Early Intervention for Eating Disorders
When it comes to eating disorder treatment and recovery, the images we’re shown aren’t the most encouraging. Recognizing the impact...
Am I Sick Enough for Treatment?
What does an eating disorder look like? For most people, that question conjures a very specific image of someone who...
National Coming Out Day
October 11th is the 32nd annual National Coming Out Day (NCOD), and we are so excited to celebrate! NCOD was...
National Recovery Month: 6 Ways to Celebrate
Happy National Recovery Month. I’m very excited as this is an amazing opportunity to give back to those who supported...
What is Health?
I have been writing this blog in my head for the last six months. Ever since I started working for...
You’re Almost There: Small Steps Toward Eating Disorder Recovery
Alfred Hitchcock once said, “there is no terror in the bang, only in the anticipation of it.” Thus, if you’re...
Creamy Avocado Potato Salad
Summertime picnics: maybe we’re not having them like we use to, but this is still a recipe that you must...
Family Therapy and Involvement
I get asked by family members of clients all the time, “what can I do to help?” There are many...
Telehealth as a “New Normal”
It’s difficult to say what the world will look like after the COVID-19 pandemic winds down. Regardless of when, I...
Quick & Easy Banana Bread
Baking has encompassed many of our lives during this quarantine and banana bread is such a staple in my house....
Homemade Guacamole
It’s summertime and there’s nothing quite like a fresh batch of homemade guacamole! Try this recipe at your next get...
Lemon Shortbread Cookies
A cup of afternoon tea and a little taste of summer. Summer is a special time when citrus fruits are...
Hawaiian Shrimp Tacos
Crisp. Cool. Flavors. I feel like that is the epitome of what you want your summer time dishes to encompass. ...
Summer Greek Chickpea Salad
Nothing like a rainbow to brighten up your days! With a variety of micronutrients and packed full of nourishment, your...
Strawberry Lemonade
Summer’s nearly here. And what’s more refreshing than a fresh-squeezed lemonade? Try this berry twist on a classic for your...
The Diagnosis
Let me preface this all by saying there is no right or wrong answer to the discussion I am positing....
Insurance and Eating Disorder Treatment: What You Should Know
Let’s be honest, insurance is a total headache. Health insurance is purchased for the sole purpose of financial support for...
The Dangers of the Red Bracelet
Fashion is a powerful medium for self-expression, evolving each season and reflecting individual identities. In the daily rush, we often...
Yummy Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
Feeling sheltered in? Well if this isn’t the perfect time for cookies-am I right? Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies Adapted From:...
Homemade Egg Breakfast Sandwiches
Recipe Adapted From: https://pinchmegood.com/veggie-egg-white-bites/#tasty-recipes-26189 Ingredients: 1 cup spinach 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes 6 eggs ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)...
How to Tell Someone You Have an Eating Disorder
Lately, more than ever, I’ve been getting questions like, “How do I tell someone I have an eating disorder?” Ironically,...
Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies
With all this extra time indoor baking is a great therapeutic and enjoyable activity to pass by the time and...
20-minute Immunity Boosting Stir-Fry
As we all know the effects of CoronaVirus-19 could take a toll on your immune system, and instead of spending...
Self-Care During COVID-19 Quarantine
Like everyone else in the world, COVID-19 has officially hit home! During times of heightened anxiety and fear, self-care is...
Stressing Gives Me Stress
I don’t know about you, but I get stressed quite often. Sometimes, just thinking about stress makes me stressed. I...
The Unseen Faces of Eating Disorders
What does a person with an eating disorder look like? If you believe they look like a heterosexual, young, white...
Peanut Butter Greek Yogurt Dip
An easy whip-up of a nutrient rich snack! Nutrient Spotlight: Protein With over 20g protein per cup, Greek Yogurt has...
Quick & Easy Roasted Broccoli
If you haven’t noticed, I’m all about simple recipes, a lot of one and done, sheet tray bakes. This roasted...
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Las week was National Eating Disorder Awareness week! This year’s theme was Come As You Are. Take a moment to...
Supporting A Loved One With An Eating Disorder
When seeing a family member suffering from an eating disorder it can be a terrifying feeling. One might notice them...
Homemade Baked Apple Pies
What’s more American than an apple pie? And I love a good creative variation on it’s form and fashion. This...
Butternut Squash Risotto
In the last few blisters of cold this scrumptious risotto is sure to keep you cozied up all season long!...
Chocolate-Covered Peanut Butter Dates
These little nuggets are perfectly portable, easily prepared and deliciously simple little snacks. Nutrient Spotlight: Copper Copper is an essential...
BBQ Cauliflower Wings
I know that football season just ended, but I think it’s always an appropriate time to eat wings, so here’s...
‘T’ is for Transgender
Before I even begin, I want to take the time to point out that I am only transgender in so...
Intuitive Eating- Part 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition
The last principle of intuitive eating is principle 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition.1 Before we get started, take...
The Best Chicken Sandwich est. 2020
The great debacle of 2019 was the infamous ‘Which Sandwich is better? Chik-Fil-A or Popeyes?’ am I right? But that...
Nut Butter Cacao Smoothie
Sometimes you can get caught in a ‘bind’. And before you know it you’ve woken up late, lost track of...
Easy Homemade Tacos
Here’s a simple spread you can put together for your fun #TacoTuesday fiesta!
Eating Disorder News – 02/04/2020
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Homemade Brownies
So delicious, so quick, and so helpful for your body to get the energy it needs - FAST!
Intuitive Eating – Part 9: Exercise – Feel the Difference
The importance of healthy exercise in combating eating disorders and becoming an intuitive eater!
Eating Disorder News – 01/28/2020
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Homemade Cornmeal Biscuits
Here’s a Southern classic recipe, simply and deliciously presented - homemade cornmeal biscuits.
Single-Serve Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats
Loaded with nutritional goodies, this peanut butter chocolate chip overnight oats recipe is a nutritional powerhouse of epic proportions!
Sexual Orientation vs. Gender Identity
To better understand the LGBTQ+ community, let's learn about the differences between sexual orientation and gender.
Intuitive Eating – Part 8: Respect Your Body
Respecting your body means treating it with dignity and meeting its basic needs. Let's explore ways of doing so.
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
I am the biggest lover of sweet potatoes. They are my babies. This is my favorite and most prized recipe.
Eating Disorder News – 01/21/2020
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Easy Pancakes for One
It’s breakfast time, and you’ve got a hankering for some pancakes - I’ve got you covered. 😉
Intuitive Eating – Part 7: Cope With Your Emotions Without Using Food
Learning to "Cope With Your Emotions Without Using Food," - guiding you towards a healthy relationship with food.
Eating Disorder News – 01/13/2020
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Intuitive Eating – Part 6: Discover the Satisfaction Factor
How do we discover the satisfaction factor in a society that typically deems “tasty” food as “unhealthy” or “bad”?
Single-Serve Homemade Hot Cocoa
When it starts to get a little chilly there’s nothing I love more than a cozy cup of hot cocoa!
Eating Disorder News – 01/07/2020
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Spinach, Roast Tomato, and Feta Quiche
This spinach, roast tomato, and feta quiche recipe may look complicated, but trust me, it’s simple and delicious!
New Year 2020
How do you set realistic, attainable New Year’s resolutions or general life goals?
Why Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ Community Need Awareness
Why Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ Community Need Awareness
Making It Through The Holidays: Christmas
How do you make it through Christmas if you struggle with or are in recovery from an eating disorder?
Key Steps to Regaining Self-Confidence with Positive Body Image
Positive body image thoughts can impact your self-confidence and self-esteem.
Chocolate Walnut Hedgehog Cookies
Easy to bake cookies that make you look like a creative genius! Let's bring these yummy cuties to life!
Intuitive Eating – Part 5: Feel Your Fullness
Learning to listen to your body to determine your current fullness level and stopping when you feel full/satiated.
White Chocolate Peppermint Brownies
Christmas is so close, and I don’t know about you, but I definitely can’t get enough of the peppermint chocolate...
Eating Disorder News – 12/17/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Self Talk: Internal Dialogue of the Subconscious Mind
That passive voice in your head that comments on everything happening to you. Hey, self - let's have a chat...
Intuitive Eating – Part 4: Challenge the Food Police
Using intuitive eating to combat the dangerous effects diet culture can have on an individual's relationship with food.
Eating Disorders Within the LGBTQ+ Community
There is a perilous trend the LGBT+ community faces when it comes to eating disorders - let's explore ...
Cranberry-Pistachio Cheese Ball
Here’s a quick cheese ball that has minimal ingredients, loads of flavor, and can be made in a flash!
Cinnamon-Streusel Coffee Cake
Special moments that would always happen between fall and winter and my favorite was waking up to homemade coffee cake...
Eating Disorder News – 12/10/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Intuitive Eating – Part 3: Make Peace with Food
Harmful eating styles often lead to over-eating and feelings of guilt and shame. Let's learn to separate emotions from food...
Tuscan Kale Soup!
The cool crisp chill of December days is here - cozy up to some soup to stay warm!
Buttercream Frosting Sugar Cookies!
A simple recipe for everyone - decorated sugar cookies with buttercream frosting!
Eating Disorder News – 12/03/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Meditation: Grace of Air
Let's meditate and bring some love back into your life with the nerves of your heart and your Anahata chakra.
Eating Disorder News – 11/26/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Meditation: Crown of the Universe
Learn about the nerves and spiritual significance of your divine connection to the universe: your crown chakra!
Intuitive Eating – Part 2: Honor Your Hunger
Fuel our body adequately and teach the body to trust that we will feed it when we are hungry.
Making It Through The Holidays: Thanksgiving
How do you make it through Thanksgiving if you struggle with or are in recovery from an eating disorder?
Meditation: Opening Your Third Eye
Let's meditate on the ever-popular third eye and go over a few ways to open yours wide to the wonders...
Eating Disorder News – 11/19/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Intuitive Eating – Part 1: Reject the Diet Mentality
Intuitive eating and the dangers diet mentality can have on an individual's relationship with food and mental health.
Intuitive Eating: The Anti-Diet
Intuitive eating entails honoring your body by paying attention and listening to your body’s hunger and fullness cues...
Meditation: The Voice in Your Soul
As we move forward in our journey with meditation, let's focus on the nerves and energy associated with your heart...
Eating Disorder News – 11/12/2019
Eating Disorder Solutions brings you the latest worldwide news, trends, statistics, and studies about eating disorders.
Yummy Hashbrown Casserole
This simple hashbrown casserole recipe is one of my absolute favorites, especially during the fall and winter seasons!
Chicken Fajita Freezer Packs
Chicken fajitas are an absolute must in Texas! Here's a quick, easy, and delicious recipe!
Meditation: Soul Fire and the Solar Plexus
Continue on your journey to healing through meditation as we focus on your solar plexus this week!
Eating Disorder Outpatient Meal Support Options
There are several beneficial eating disorder outpatient meal support options for individuals stepping down from a higher level of treatment....
Because It Tastes Good: Halloween Candy!
It's that time of year! The holiday season is beginning! In his edition of “Because It Tastes Good”, let's talk...
Meditation and Chakras: Moonlight Sea
Continue on your journey to healing through meditation in the 4th entry in our series!
Instagram: Weight-Loss Advertisements Cannot Target 18 or Younger
Instagram has blocked users 18 and younger from seeing weight loss ads, weight loss promotions, cosmetic procedures, and celebrity postings...
Meditation and Chakras: Roots In The Earth
Part 3 in our series, Meditation, and Chakras - working together, hand in hand ...
Jalapeno Corn Cakes
Savory corn cakes - the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. With fresh corn, spicy jalapenos, and a golden-fried crust,...
Comparison – The Thief of Joy
Joy: a feeling of great pleasure or happiness. This is something that eating disorders take away from people. Why? Eating...
Meditation: The Method
Explaining the basic method of meditation used for each specific chakra and/or cluster of nerves in the body.
Diabulimia – What You Need To Know
“Diabulimia” is an unofficial eating disorder diagnosis characterized by intentionally withholding insulin with the goal of weight loss.
Body Set Point Theory Explained
Body set point theory - the theory that your body has a natural “set point” weight range to which it...
Meditation: Science vs. Spiritual
Practiced for thousands of years, meditation at its core is an exercise for focusing your mind to achieve a specific...
Malnourished At Any Size
Weight and appearance only play a tiny role in determining health status. One can actually be malnourished at any size.
Eat the Rainbow!
Remember that you should include a variety of colors to properly acquire the right amount of nutrients.
Shrimp Pizza!
A lovely restaurant appetizer we enjoyed so much that we recreated it at home!
Pumpkin Spice Bread with Cream Cheese Frosting
I’m not the biggest fan of all things pumpkin spice. That being said I LOVE this pumpkin spice bread recipe!
Orthorexia: When “Healthy Eating” Becomes an Obsession
Unlike anorexia or bulimia nervosa, orthorexia is a less-commonly recognized (and misunderstood) eating disorder.
Calorie Needs: Why It’s Not So Black and White
Brunch can be particularly challenging if you struggle with an eating disorder ...
Creamy Tortellini, Spinach, and Chicken Soup
Thick, rich, and hearty, this soup is the perfect comforting end to a cool day ...
Because It Tastes Good: Brunch!
Brunch can be particularly challenging if you struggle with an eating disorder ...
Because It Tastes Good: Donuts!
Donuts are typically a “fear” food for most individuals with an eating disorder. So what do we do with our...
Oven-Baked Fries
Have you ever had a craving for french fries but did not feel like having to whip out a fryer...
Meal Support – What You Need To Know
Meal support entails providing emotional support during meals in order to facilitate an environment in which an individual feels more...
Crock-Pot Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos
This rich and creamy dish is easy to make - prep the ingredients and toss them in the crock-pot!
It’s Bad Because It Tastes Good?
If you struggle with understanding why you should eat certain foods that are deemed “unhealthy”, remember "because it tastes good".
Keto Diet: Just Another Unsustainable, Yo-Yo Diet
Studies have shown that people who participate in the keto diet, like all fad diets, end up gaining the weight...
Celebrate the End of Peach Season with Fun Dish Ideas
Sadly, peach season is coming to an end as the prime peach season is July-August and ending in late September,...
The Freshman 15
Studies show that incoming freshmen on college campuses tend to make more unhealthy choices when choosing foods to eat due...
Pumpkin Bread Pudding!
Start the fall season off right with this delicious pumpkin bread pudding recipe!
Because It Tastes Good
If you struggle with understanding why you should eat certain foods that are deemed “unhealthy”, remember - it's because it...
Making It Through The Holidays: Labor Day
Labor Day is here, which means a long weekend filled with sunshine, barbeques, and if you’re lucky, no work! Go...
From Struggling to Striving – Embracing My Life and My Body
Learning to listen to, nurture, respect and love my body for its strength and resilience ...
Eating Disorder Recovery Is Not Linear
Eating disorder treatment and recovery is not easy. The journey to recovery does not stop after being discharged from a...
Is Weight Watchers Promoting Eating Disorders for Children?
Say Hello (and goodbye) to Kurbo, the newest diet rollout by Weight Watchers (WW) for children ages 8-17. The new...
Breakfast Sandwich
This convenient dinner recipe is ready in about 30 minutes! The fish and vegetables cook together in foil, making preparation...
Greek Salmon!
This convenient dinner recipe is ready in about 30 minutes! The fish and vegetables cook together in foil, making preparation...
Banana Brownies!
These banana brownies are amazing. They are like a cross between banana bread and a fudgy white chocolate brownie so...
How To Tell If It’s Your Eating Disorder Talking To You
It is hard to differentiate between eating disorder thoughts and your own “healthy” thoughts as it becomes the “norm” of...
Deviled Strawberries!
A easy and scrumptious recipe crafted with strawberries, cheesecake filling, and crumbled graham crackers!
Debunking Myths and Practice Modeling to Love Your Body
“She doesn't look like she has an eating disorder...”
Peanut Butter, Strawberry, and Banana Wrap Recipe
This unique recipe is dedicated to the fruit and peanut butter lovers! Just three simple steps are needed to prepare...
Keeping up with the Joneses
Ideas that are put into a young girl’s mind from a young age to look perfect and be the right...
Cooking Challenge – Pizza Time!
At Eating Disorder Solutions, we incorporate fun cooking demonstrations to help clients get more comfortable in the kitchen and get...
Signs and Symptoms of an Eating Disorder
It is hard from an outside perspective to truly understand eating disorders and disordered eating. Eating disorders often overlap and...
No-Bake Fig Newton Energy Bites
This no-bake fruit pizza is a delicious, easy recipe to bring to summer parties as a snack or dessert! Find...
Truths and Myths about Eating Disorders
It is hard from an outside perspective to truly understand eating disorders and disordered eating. Eating disorders often overlap and...
Chipotle Chicken and Cheddar Panini Recipe
These chicken and cheddar paninis are a crowd favorite at my house! I love serving them when I have guests...
Nutrition Philosophy at Eating Disorder Solutions
It is hard from an outside perspective to truly understand eating disorders and disordered eating. Eating disorders often overlap and...
Cycles of an Eating Disorder
It is hard from an outside perspective to truly understand eating disorders and disordered eating. Eating disorders often overlap and...
Health At Every Size (HAES)
As a Registered Dietitian, I often hear “So, you help people lose weight?”. Then typically, I explain that I work...
Making It Through The Holidays: 4th of July
4th of July is just around the corner, which means barbeque parties, parades, fireworks, and celebrating the independence of the...
Innovative Eating Disorder Treatment Facilities Now Open in Dallas
Dallas-based Eating Disorder Solutions (EDS) today announced the opening of an outpatient recovery clinic to treat those in North Texas...
A Healthy Approach to Social Media
Social media is a great way to keep in touch with friends and family, network with other like-minded people, or...
There are over 100 ways to cook an egg!?
Tired of eating the same old scrambled egg for breakfast -- get out of your comfort zone and try new...
Goodbye Hometown, Hello College!
We have now reached graduation season, a time where high school seniors are getting ready to embark on a new...
Tips on Meal Planning & Prep
Trying to keep up with the hustle and bustle of everyday life can be exhausting. Then going home and trying...
No-Bake Fruit Pizza Recipe
This no-bake fruit pizza is a delicious, easy recipe to bring to summer parties as a snack or dessert! Find...
Modeling A Healthy Body Image For Kids
Fruits are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are high in...
Summer Fruit Bruschetta
Fruits are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are high in...
Summer Fruits
Fruits are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are high in...
Making it Through the Holidays Series: Memorial Day Edition
Contrary to popular belief, eating disorders is a male issue, not just a female issue. According to the National Eating...
Refreshing Summer Snack: Fruit Smoothie Edition
Contrary to popular belief, eating disorders is a male issue, not just a female issue. According to the National Eating...
LGBTQ+ and Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are commonly thought to be a heterosexual, young-adult, female-oriented mental health issue. However, this cannot be further from...
Men Suffer From Eating Disorders Too!
Contrary to popular belief, eating disorders is a male issue, not just a female issue. According to the National Eating...
Women Supporting Women
You don’t have to bring down every other woman or separate your womanhood from your identity to declare your own...
“You Don’t Look Like You Have An Eating Disorder”
Eating disorders are very misunderstood by the general population. There are certain stigmas that come to people’s minds when you...
Recipe Series – Mexican Chicken, Sweet Potato Skillet
I love working in the mental health field, specifically eating disorders! I preach the importance of self-care, but sometimes fall...
Swim Season is Here – Change What You “See”
The purpose of mindful eating is to reconnect to the joy of eating by becoming aware of your thoughts, emotions,...
Mindful Eating
The purpose of mindful eating is to reconnect to the joy of eating by becoming aware of your thoughts, emotions,...
Fad Diets (& Why They Don’t Work)
Considering a fad diet? Remember, there’s a reason they’re called “fad diets.” Foods or pills don’t magically burn fat. No...
What is Binge Eating Disorder?
What’s the most common eating disorder in the United States? No, it’s not Anorexia or Bulimia— it’s Binge Eating Disorder...
10 Essential Facts About Eating Disorders
Eating disorders, affecting over 30 million Americans each year, stand as significant mental health concerns. Misunderstandings and societal stigmas around...