Monthly Insights
Eating Disorders in Mid-Life (February 2023)
When I was diagnosed with anorexia in my forties, I held the same preconceived notions that many hold – that those afflicted with this illness are young, female, and white teenagers or young adults. Yes, I had lost significant weight off my small frame that I did not need to lose. And yes, I was […]
It’s hard to be anti-diet (January 2023)
This article is used with permission by Claire St. John, MPH, RDN, CEDRD-S If you’ve followed diets all your life, making the decision to ditch diets and start eating intuitively can seem like a monumental challenge. So how do we move away from diets and toward listening to our bodies and eating what sounds good […]
And Then There Were the Holidays… (December 2022)
For many of us, the holidays bring up a mix of emotions. You might have feelings of excitement at the same time you struggle with resentment, anxiety or concerns about navigating holiday meals and other food-focused gatherings. Holiday foods can be delicious, as people pull out their favorite family recipes or make festive new dishes […]
Five Things Families Should Look for In Treatment Centers (November 2022)
By Michelle McCorkle, MPH, CSSGB This article is reprinted with permission by Michelle McCorkle, MPH, CSSGB and Lightfully’s permission. Attempting to find a high-quality mental health treatment program for you or your loved one can be overwhelming. Countless programs describe themselves as offering “highly individualized” treatment, present themselves as “trusted” providers, and boast excellent outcomes. It can […]
Sicily (October 2022)
Cannoli’s, granita, fresh homemade pasta, Sicilian style pizza and of course more pasta and seafood are some of the foods I think of during my trip to Sicily and Puglia. Since the onset of COVID this was the first time I traveled outside of the United States. My husband and I went on two spectacular […]
Men and Eating Disorders (September 2022)
About 30 million Americans of all ages, genders, body shapes and sizes struggle with eating disorders. Over the last several years—especially with the pandemic—eating disorders have been on the rise. While eating disorders are generally underreported and undertreated, this is particularly true with males. This article will share the similarities and differences that men and […]
Do the new synthetic non-digestible fibers count as dietary fiber? (August 2022)
Carrie Dennett, MPH, RDN You probably know that dietary fiber is “good for you,” but what is it, exactly? Dietary fiber refers to non-digestible types of carbohydrates found in plant foods like fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. Because fiber can’t be broken down and absorbed by the body, it passes through the digestive tract […]