Mindful Eating and Self-Care Strategies

The “Mindful Eating and Self-Care Strategies” section guides readers on fostering a healthier relationship with food and overall wellbeing. It elaborates on mindful eating principles and provides practical exercises for daily implementation, tackling barriers like emotional eating. It underscores self-care’s role in managing eating disorders and maintaining health, advising on routines that nurture physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. The section also covers the importance of positive body image and self-acceptance in eating disorder recovery, with tips on challenging negative self-talk and promoting a healthier self-image. Essentially, it promotes mindful habits and self-care practices for improved eating behaviors and wellbeing.

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Substance Use Recovery and Symptom Swapping      

Substance abuse recovery can lead to behavioral addictions like exercise and eating disorders. These provide short-term relief but can be detrimental. Psychological trauma drives these behaviors, emphasizing the need for holistic recovery. Identifying warning signs and seeking professional help are vital. Support groups and personal stories also play a crucial role in recovery.

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Realistic Expectations in Eating Disorder Recovery

This article delves into the intricate journey of eating disorder recovery, emphasizing the complexity of the process, the importance of realistic expectations, and the embrace of discomfort and growth. It highlights the significance of differentiating between lapse and relapse, preventing future relapses, and supporting loved ones effectively. The transition from happiness to wellness is emphasized, with a focus on maintaining wellness in the long run.

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Charting the Course of Men’s Dietary Patterns while Following Body Image Trends

This blog post decodes the evolution of men’s diets in the context of gym culture, analyzing historical shifts in body trends and the rise of popular diets. From the 1920s to current times, it explores the impact of Hollywood, music, and societal norms on men’s physique. It delves into specific diets like ketogenic, carnivore, paleo, intermittent fasting, and plant-based, outlining their benefits, limitations, and long-term implications. The post emphasizes the importance of balanced, sustainable eating plans and approaching dietary changes with a focus on health and wellness.

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Slava Kharitonenkov, MS, RDN
Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
Food is my profound passion, a catalyst that stirs my soul. My personal journey intertwined with food, veering from the pure joy of “bread” as my first word to a disheartening era of fear and rigid routines. It was through this my tumultuous path getting my own support then working in an eating disorder treatment center that I found my purpose.

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