Eating Disorders in Men: Ed Sheeran’s Story
The Effect of Eating Disorders on Male Celebrities Like Ed Sheeran And What That Means For You We don’t often hear about eating disorders in men, not because they don’t […]
What Is the Difference Between Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating?
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.
Tips for Navigating Stress in Eating Disorder Recovery
Your eating disorder may be a source of stress in your life. Be mindful of your response to stress, as long-term stress can impact your physical and mental health.
Eating Disorders And Ramadan
Ramadan is a period of religious observation from March 22nd to April 20th, 2023. The Muslim community observes Ramadan as a time for fasting, prayers, and reflection. However, Ramadan can be a triggering time for individuals with an eating disorder.
4 Tangible Reasons to Heal Your Relationship with Food
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.
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders And Sleep Problems
Each year, the National Sleep Foundation dedicates one week to spreading awareness about the importance of getting enough sleep each night. From March 12-18, they’ll continue reinforcing how sleep benefits an individual’s well-being. Interestingly, there has also been some research to suggest a possible link between eating disorders and sleep problems.
Facing Body Image Issues During The Spring
The spring begins as the snow melts, and the days become warmer and longer. The flowers and trees bloom, winter coats return to closets, and spring break brings college students to beautiful locations. However, springtime may cause negative thoughts about one’s body image for those with an eating disorder.
Navigating “Big Game” Festivities in Recovery
It is no secret that holidays can be stressful if you are struggling with or recovering from an eating disorder. From parties to potlucks, this sort of anxiety is not exclusive to holidays. Social gatherings for sporting events can be just as tricky.
The Diet Cycle: What it is, Why It Is Harmful, and What to Do Instead
Have you ever been unhappy with your appearance and decided to go ‘on’ a diet? Perhaps at first, you feel really good about this decision. You cut out certain food groups and start to lose weight. Eventually, you miss the foods you are no longer ‘allowed’ to eat and decide to eat them. Once you’ve broken the seal, you choose to go ‘off’ the diet and eat what you want, maybe even more than you want. You are filled with guilt for ‘failing.’ Sound familiar? If so, you may have been trapped in the diet cycle.
Tips for Dodging Advertised New Year Fad Diets
