Promoting a positive body image is a topic that comes up often with our clients. This is especially true for the parents of young kids and teens. What is body image? Quite simply, it’s how we feel about our own bodies. Children and teens in particular can develop a positive or negative image of their …
Emotional eating, stress eating, and boredom eating are a big struggle for many people, including our clients. Get the help you need and find new ways to cope!
Have you heard of intuitive eating, but aren’t sure if it’s right for you? If so, we’ve got some great books on the subject that can help answer your questions. The truth is, dieting can cause more harm than good, but intuitive eating can be a great alternative. It allows you to navigate eating outside …
As Registered Dietitians, one of the top tips we give our clients for healthy living is to practice mindful eating. It’s a fairly simple shift that can really make a difference. What exactly is mindful eating? According to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, “Mindful eating focuses on your eating experiences, body-related sensations, …
You may have heard the phrase “intuitive eating,” but are you familiar with the ten principles upon which this philosophy is based? In this article, we share the principles that make up the foundation of the intuitive eating approach. Get to know these principles, and you will have a better understanding of what intuitive eating …
You may have heard the terms “dietitian” and “nutritionist” used interchangeably; however, when you are seeking nutrition advice, it’s important to know the difference. That way, you can avoid guidance that could have a negative impact on your health. In this article, we discuss what makes someone a dietitian vs. a nutritionist, and what’s the …
Are you stuck in the vicious cycle of diet culture, counting calories, and obsessing about the number on the scale? In society today, we are aggressively targeted with messages about diets, cleanses, and 30-day transformations. We’re told that efforts toward “self-improvement” should be strictly in the pursuit of a “new” body—one that requires constant vigilance, …
Eating disorders are very complex mental health conditions that can have significant consequences on both physical and emotional well-being. Recognizing the signs of an eating disorder is crucial for early intervention. Approximately 10 million men and 20 million women in the United States will suffer from an eating disorder in their lifetime. Eating disorders are …
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are unable to stop eating after you had been so diligently sticking to your diet? Or maybe you had a beyond stressful day at work, and all you can think about is going home and raiding the fridge? If you can relate to this, then …
How to talk to your teen about health & food Talking to your teens and children about health in a positive way is so important. Let’s face it, with constant comparison to media and body image advertisement it’s only getting harder to find the right words to say to our children about health & beauty …
The Importance of “Me Time” Self-care (aka “me time”) has been defined as providing adequate attention to one’s own physical and psychological wellness (Beauchamp & Childress, 2001). In other words, you need to take time to recharge your batteries. Have you ever just been stuck with all of the to-dos in life? Perhaps you work …
