Eating disorder treatment should never punish eating [Podcast]
I agree with you on the treatment centers. I have only been in one and only one time but as i think back it really annoys me that had i been allowed to eat more while i was there in the initial stages i might be way farther along by now. I clearly remember begging […]
Why We Relive Past Stress & Emotions | Understanding Stress & the Brain – Viki Thondley | Mind Body Food
Understanding Stress & the Brain Here’s a brief explanation of the stress response and why we relive past emotions. These short 3 minutes could change the way you think! Some comments people sent me: Shared I can totally relate. My fight or flight is triggered easily which has been the cause of muscle tension and […]
theworldaccordingtoeggface: Stay at Home Cooking: Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
As I write this most of the world is under stay at home orders to avoid spreading the coronavirus. We’re only going out for essentials like food or medicine but even then I’m going to try and avoid it if possible. I had a pretty good food supply in the freezer and pantry so I’ve […]
Weight gain is not negotiable if you want to recover
In order to recover from a restrictive eating disorder, you WILL NEED to gain weight (especially if you are currently underweight). As much as we would like this to be untrue, if you are not willing to gain weight, you will not recover as this just shows how unhealthy your mindset is. It is only […]
‘Tis the Season To Be Squishy!
As another winter sets in here in the Northern Hemisphere, I’ve heard numerous comments from people who are feeling anxious and uncomfortable in their bodies; achy, tired, sluggish, and physically low are common grievances. They express guilt about their cravings for foods high in sugar and fat. They feel badly about getting away from their usual […]
Infographic for Florence County: Prenatal Diets and Autism Risks – ttownmedia.com
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The Question vs. Answer Disparity
A recent post here inquired, “Are crucial questions being addressed?” One of them is, “Why is it even necessary to ask that particular question?” Whenever a major story hits the news, the same phenomenon can be observed. Generally, the public hears an awful lot about one aspect, or a couple of major aspects, of the […]
Anorexia Nervosa Poses High Risk for Fractures in Girls
Below is important new information. Previously it was thought that bone problems associated with Anorexia weren’t a problem until people got older. This new research indicates that it is an immediate problem. I can’t say I am surprised since I have current patients with a broken pelvis, ankles, and split tendons. Press Release: Increased Fracture […]
Athletes and Eating Disorders: A Time of High Pressure and Performance | ANAD
The signs and symptoms for someone struggling with an eating disorder may be different for many. They are often undetectable if you don’t know what to look out for because you cannot tell if someone has an eating disorder based on how they look (unlike many myth suggests). So, here are a few common signs […]
Jeff Nobbs on the Perfect Health Retreat – Perfect Health Diet
Jeff Nobbs on the Perfect Health Retreat Jeff Nobbs of Houston, Texas was a guest at the May 2015 Perfect Health Retreat. Jeff kindly recorded a video for us discussing his experience at the retreat. Some highlights: “Read Paul’s book, loved it … Perfect Health Diet was the first book I read where I put […]
What Maintenance Looks Like, Charted Edition
For just over 3 months now, I’ve been maintaining very well within a ten-pound window after losing a whole lot of weight over the last 11 months. Since late last August, I have gone from 258 pounds to 185 pounds, a total difference of 73 pounds (and a loss of 93 pounds since I started […]