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8 eating disorder myths

Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge eating disorder (BED) are...

Signs a loved one may be at risk of an eating disorder relapse

Recovery is a lifelong process for those who have struggled or...

What causes an eating disorder: A biopsychosocial perspective

Eating disorders are complex and severe psychiatric illnesses that can have many causes. The biopsychosocial..

Bulimia vs binge eating: the differences between eating disorders

Bulimia nervosa (BN) and binge eating disorder (BED) are two different eating disorders...

How diet culture can lead to eating disorders

From advertisements and food labels to social media and influencers, diet culture is...

Sleep and eating disorders

Sleeping and eating share a very intimate relationship, as they are both essential...

The differences between bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa

Bulimia nervosa (BN) and anorexia nervosa (AN) are two of the most well-known eating disorders, but many...

Unpacking the fear of eating in front of others

For many of us, sharing meals with others or going out to eat are the primary ways...

How do I know if I have an eating disorder?

Following a balanced way of eating that provides the body with the fuel and...

How long can you go without food?

Just how long can the body go without food? And what are the implications...

Eating disorders in the military population

Eating disorders affect the military population, due in part to the...

Disordered eating vs. eating disorder

While disordered eating and an eating disorder share many risk factors, signs...

Eating disorder complications on your health

It’s common for those with eating disorders to believe they are not “sick...

Diabetes and eating disorders

Diabetes and eating disorders are both serious conditions that can negatively affect a person’s physical...

What are the different types of eating disorders?

There are many different types of eating disorders, each with its own unique set of challenges in treatment.

What causes eating disorders?

When you or one of your loved ones is suffering from an eating disorder, it may be tempting to look for...

The relationship between grief and eating disorders

Experiencing a significant loss, whether you lose a loved one, relationship, passion, job, or home, can...

How the gut and brain are connected

Medical experts have long been exploring the relationship between the gut and your physical health, mental...

"You're not sick enough": Eating disorder misconceptions

Eating disorders are treatable conditions that people can fully recover from if they get help...

How do eating disorders affect the heart?

Eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa (AN), binge eating disorder (BED), and bulimia nervosa (BN) can...

Challenges in BIPOC eating disorders: Prevalence, bias, and treatment barriers

It is a common misconception that eating disorders like anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and...

What are atypical eating disorders?

Anorexia nervosa (AN), bulimia nervosa (BN), and binge-eating disorder (BED) are among some of the most...

Tirzepatide for weight loss (Mounjaro)

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) was approved in 2022 by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating type 2...

Fasting vs. anorexia

Fasting and intermittent fasting (IF) are popular methods of energy consumption that limit eating to...

Different types of hunger

Hunger is a complex and multifaceted physical sensation that is felt in the body. Understanding the types...

What is fatphobia?

In a world that's long been deeply influenced by the ideals of diet culture, people with certain body...

Eating disorder symptoms

Just as every person is different, so is every experience of an eating disorder. Different conditions can...