How does it differ from other eating disorders? As a Registered Dietitian that specializes in disordered eating, I see a wide variety of clients (both male and female and of varying ages) that struggle with food. While you have likely heard of anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder, how much do you know about ARFID? […]
Binge eating and so-called ‘food addiction’
Is it possible to be addicted to food? The team of dietitians in our nutrition counselling practice regularly provide nutrition support for eating disorders such as bulimia and binge eating disorder. We also work with many individuals that are struggling with their weight due to a significant amount of emotional eating and a poor relationship […]
When is Mindful Eating an effective strategy for Eating Disorders?
Mindful Eating and Disordered Eating Article orginally appared on Faithfull Eating Mindful Eating is often promoted and supported in the treatment of eating disorders. It is important to point out though that the majority of research and evidence for mindful eating has been focused on overeating, bulimia and binge eating disorder (BED). Very few studies […]
Dispelling the top 4 myths about eating disorders
#EDAW2018 #7BillionSizes #CMHA100 An estimated 1 million Canadians would meet the diagnostic criteria for an Eating Disorder. Eating Disorder Awareness Week is February 1-7, 2018 and this year the theme “One Size Doesn’t Fit All” is a message that rings true for the diverse clients we see both locally in our Calgary dietitian practice and […]
#ThingsNutritionistsLike – Eating Disorder Recovery Recipe Book
Our Favourite Things – the book Food to Eat: guided, hopeful & trusted recipes for eating disorder recovery, by Lori Liberman and Cate Sangster What I love about this book is that it is a great starting place for anyone with anorexia, bulimia or binge eating disorder that needs practical guidance to discuss food […]