People often use the terms "eating disorders" and "disordered eating" interchangeably, but the two have significant differences. The fad wellness and starvation diets, weight loss programs, and fasting regimes that people participate in today make it difficult to differentiate these disordered eating patterns from eating disorders.
If you or someone you love struggles with food and body distress, you are not alone. Unfortunately, over 30 million Americans struggle with eating disorders. When we talk about healing, we often talk about how important recovery is, what it involves, and how you can get there. But where is there? Recovery can feel like a leap of faith into the unknown, so here are four tangible reasons to heal your relationship with food.
Happy New Year! Diet culture takes advantage of this time when individuals feel they have a fresh start and a new year to look ahead to. It is easy to get swept up in the message that you must push yourself and make changes to have a meaningful year.
We only see a narrow standard of beauty represented in film and television. This limited demonstration of what people look like is harmful to everyone. However, for those living with or recovering from an eating disorder, the media can render itself a challenge. Tv and film fail to center body diversity. So, finding ways to interact with media while still honoring your mental well-being is crucial.
Discover the concept of body neutrality and its benefits in fostering a healthier relationship with your body. Learn practical ways to practice body neutrality and prioritize self-acceptance.
Learn to navigate eating disorder recovery during the summer with these tips: Prepare for triggering events, develop healthy coping mechanisms, surround yourself with supportive people, and challenge societal beauty ideals.
