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Intuitive Eating for Binge Eating: Can it Help?
With Intuitive Eating’s growing popularity, I receive lots of enquiries from people wanting to tackle their binge eating using it. Given how awful people can feel after a binge, I can really appreciate them wanting to try all sorts of things to heal their relationship...
Navigating the holidays when your body has changed
“I have a question about navigating seeing people (mostly relatives) who I haven't seen in a year (or even two due to COVID), and the fact my body is bigger than when they last saw me. I think my question is twofold - one part is how to respond if they make comments...
Does portion control fit with mindful eating?
Mindful eating is often suggested as a way to practice portion control. But does portion control actually fit with mindful eating? This article will look at what portion control and mindful eating are and whether the two are compatible with one another. What...
Blogs about PCOS and other PCOS resources
One of the first things I tell clients with PCOS, is to resist the urge to Google how to manage their PCOS. And that is because the dominant narrative about the management of PCOS is steeped in weight bias and weight stigma. This means the “advice” given is typically...
A quick guide to PCOS
Polycystic ovarian syndrome, also known as PCOS, is a complex hormonal condition that is common in people assigned female at birth. So, what are the most important things you need to know about PCOS? You’ll find them here in this quick guide. What is PCOS and...
Roasted Beetroot Dip
Roasted beetroot dip. Not hummus. I’m getting technical because technically, this isn’t a recipe for roasted beetroot hummus. In fact, I’m pretty sure, if we’re being technical and thoughtful about appropriation, anything that deviates from the traditional garlic,...
How to advocate for weight inclusive healthcare
Flimsy waiting room chairs. Waiting rooms plastered with fatphobic magazines, posters and pamphlets. “One size fits all” blood pressure cuffs, examination gowns and speculums. And then there is what happens once you are in the healthcare providers office... Seeking...
Nut-free pesto (pumpkin seed pesto)
Full disclosure: I have no idea what pesto made with nuts is supposed to taste like or if this pumpkin seed nut-free pesto resembles it in any way, but in my opinion, pesto without nuts tastes pretty good. Pesto is normally made with pine nuts, cheese, basil and...
PCOS and binge eating
Binge eating is an extremely stressful experience for anyone. People with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) are at a higher risk of experiencing binge eating than people without PCOS. (1,2) Let’s take a closer look into why this is the case and what people with PCOS...
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