As a team of Dietitians, we are often asked some common questions about nutrition, food and in particular, eating disorders. Listed below are the answers to these often asked questions about eating disorders. Before you read the list below, the fact that you are checking out this article tells us something about you. You may feel you or someone you know might have an eating disorder. The most … [Read more...] about FAQs – Frequently asked Questions about Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorder Association
Sports Participation, Athletes and the Development of Eating Disorders
We live in a society that values exercise and nutrition as a way to stay healthy, lean and fit and this can cause athlete eating disorders. Over the years, I’ve seen thousands of clients participating in sports at all levels of competition -- from weekend warrior to hard-driving high school, college and even elite athletes. A commonly held belief is that body weight influences performance and … [Read more...] about Sports Participation, Athletes and the Development of Eating Disorders