Supporting a Student with an Eating Disorder
Transitions are hard, full stop. This is true for most people, and in many different contexts: changing jobs, moving to a new city, big life events like marriage or having kids. When it feels like everything is in upheaval, people often grasp at parts of their life that they have control over—and for those vulnerable […]
David Benson on the Perfect Health Retreat – Perfect Health Diet
David Benson on the Perfect Health Retreat David Benson of Duluth, Minnesota was a guest at the May 2015 Perfect Health Retreat. David kindly recorded a video for us discussing his experience at the retreat. Some highlights: “I’ve been having a great time. It’s been relaxing and a nice mix of activities, we’ve been busy, […]
Understanding the Effects of Caffeine Before Workout
Whether you’re getting up early to hit the gym before work or you’re headed to an evening exercise class, you might turn to a caffeinated drink for some extra energy before exercise. It makes sense. Coffee, tea, caffeinated sodas, and energy drinks are all popular choices to put a little more pep in your step. […]
5 Things that Have to No Place in Eating Disorder Recovery
Recovery is a bumpy road, and there are often unexpected twists and turns, even with significant support. It’s important during this process – and I might argue always and even for those without eating disorder histories – to avoid cultural trends that can exacerbate symptoms or interfere with full recovery. The following are several examples […]
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The scale: To weigh or not to weigh in recovery [Podcast]
In this podcast, Tabitha Farrar talks to Bridget Whitlow about weighing in recovery Bridget Whitlow, MS, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist that provides psychotherapy for adolescent and adult individuals, couples, families, and groups. Bridget has clinical expertise in the treatment of anxiety, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, LGBTQ, and self-criticism. To learn more about her Hello […]
Finding Serenity: The Healing Power of Nature at Shades of Hope
In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to become disconnected—from ourselves, from others, and from the natural world around us. The pressures of modern life often leave us feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and lost, making the need for a space where we can reconnect with our inner selves more vital than ever. At Shades of Hope, we […]
Standing Up to Weight Bias in Healthcare: Tara’s Story
At the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), we believe in sharing real stories from our members to help others understand the challenges and stigma of living with obesity. Tara is an OAC Community Member who recently wrote in about wanting to share her personal experiences in hopes of educating healthcare providers and supporting individuals going through […]
My Prophylactic Double Mastectomy – McCall Dempsey
‘Twas the Night Before Surgery // Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Tick. Tock. Tick. Tock. My eyes were glued to my watch – T-Minus 24-hours. Each passing minute another 60-seconds closer to my prophylactic double mastectomy, my thoughts clouded with future scenarios. “This time tomorrow… I’ll be in surgery…I’ll be out of surgery…I’ll be in post […]
Fighting Anorexia: Narcissist parent
My childhood and teenage years weren’t exactly easy and I know that what I went through over this time significantly contributed to my low self esteem as well as the development of my anorexia. At the time I had no idea why my mum was treating me the way she was but now I know […]
Why we talk about “embodiment” instead of “body image” at The Body Positive
You may have noticed that at The Body Positive we talk about embodiment instead of body image. Ever since Connie’s book Embody was published in 2014, we have used embodiment because it is a powerful way to think about inhabiting our bodies as subjects—from the inside.1 Let me explain why. The concept of embodiment […]
Industry-funded studies of the week: Eggs
Last year, the Egg Nutrition Center offered free continuing education credits for dietitians. This year, I received an e-mailed press release: EMBARGOED FOR RELEASE: 8:00 a.m. ET, Thursday, March 28, 2024 Fortified Eggs Did Not Raise Cholesterol in Modest-Sized Cardiology Study Further study needed to investigate secondary findings. …A study presented at the American College of […]
Bake it Til You Make it: A Q&A with Dayna Altman
**Content warning: This is one person’s story; everyone will have unique experiences in recovery and beyond. Some stories may mention eating disorder thoughts, behaviors, and symptoms. Please use your discretion when reading and speak with your support system as needed. Dayna Altman is an energetic and dynamic author, speaker, and entrepreneur. A nationally recognized mental […]