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Why the New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Matter — and Why We Need to Hold Them Gently
An Eating Disorders Therapists' Perspective Every five years, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) shape how we talk about food. They influence school lunches, hospital menus, family dinners, federal nutrition programs, popular media conversations, and headlines about food, weight, and health. These messages matter because they have a great impact on the public's view and perception, influencing their relationship with food and their bodies. The new 2025–2030 guid
2 days ago4 min read
Protecting Your Peace: Handling Body Comments During the Holidays
During the holidays, when food is central to many traditions, the pressure can feel amplified. The environment itself is emotional and layered—family dynamics, nostalgia, stress, and expectations all converge on the table. This is why sensitivity and awareness are especially important during this time.
Dec 7, 20253 min read
Candy, Costumes, and Compassion: A Mindful Take on Halloween in Eating Recovery
Halloween can be a fun and festive time — costumes, candy, parties, and playfulness. But for many people in eating disorder recovery or struggling with food, weight, and body image, it can also bring up anxiety. Read more and learn how to reframe your thoughts and be more present to enjoy this holiday.
Oct 26, 20255 min read
Embracing Change: A Body Neutrality Approach in Eating Disorder Recovery
In a culture that equates beauty with youth, it can be challenging to detach your sense of worth from your appearance.
Jul 27, 20255 min read
Beyond Weight Restoration: The Deeper Work of Eating Disorder Recovery
While achieving a medically stable weight is essential in the treatment of eating disorders, true recovery extends far beyond the number on the scale.
May 27, 20254 min read
Join us for Weight Stigma Awareness Week: September 23-27! Let's work together to raise awareness and end weight stigma.
Understanding Weight Stigma Weight stigma, also known as weight bias or weight-based discrimination, refers to the negative attitudes,...
Sep 26, 20245 min read
Embracing Body Acceptance Through Mindfulness and Positive Affirmations
Having a positive body image is having a clear, true perception of your body shape. This means seeing the various parts of your body as...
Aug 3, 20245 min read
EveryBODY Should Have Fun in the Summer: The Challenges People with Eating Disorders Face
Summer time can be challenging for those with eating disorders. Learn more about the difficulties they face and how to deal with them.
Jul 15, 20243 min read
Embracing Discomfort in Eating Disorder Recovery: A Guide to Finding Balance and Healing
Recovery from an eating disorder is not a linear process and embracing change is key!
Jun 11, 20244 min read
Raising Awareness on Eating Disorders Action Day: June 2nd -Take Action!
Today is Eating Disorders Action Day, a pivotal moment for awareness, advocacy, and action.
Jun 2, 20243 min read
Demystifying Eating Disorders: Understanding the Facts
In preparation for Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) we wanted to start by shading light into some facts about eating disorders....
Feb 20, 20243 min read
Breaking Down Weight Stigma: Understanding, Addressing, and Eliminating Bias Weight stigma is a perv
Weight stigma is a pervasive and deeply ingrained form of discrimination that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It encompasses...
Sep 27, 20233 min read
Gratitude in Motion
Blog post written by, Yaneth Beltran, RD/LDN, CEDRD and Ara Mascarenas, M.S Registered Intern for Mental health Counselor Licensure We...
Nov 3, 20222 min read
Cultivating a Healing Relationship with Our Body
Blog post written by, Dr. Bhritanie Jardine, Psy.D. It is widely accepted that the quality of our relationships acts as a crucial...
Sep 29, 20223 min read
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