Counselling for individuals ready to make a change in their health!
Counseling for individuals ready to make a change in their health!
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HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE
Live Nourished Today recognizes “Health at Every Size” as a legitimate treatment tactic that is beneficial for people of all backgrounds and afflictions looking to improve their nutrition. If you’re unfamiliar with Health at Every Size or (HAES) as it’s commonly abbreviated, the concept arose as a way to counteract the idea that health can only exist at a specific size or weight. Today, many nutritionists including myself believe that health is not automatically determined by size, nor is size always an indicator of general wellbeing.
HAES is particularly helpful for those who are recovering from eating disorders, as eating disorders rely on the misperception of the mind to thrive. HAES helps those who are suffering understand that weight gain is not an inherent negative. Moreover, many people of all sizes often avoid seeing a nutritionist or dietitian because they believe the primary function of the service is to get them down to the lowest weight possible. At Live Nourished Today, we do not abide by this idea, nor believe that health is categorized solely by numbers. Should a client wish to address weight loss as a part of their treatment program, there are ways to safely navigate such a discussion with respect and compassion. However, clients will never be pressured into conforming to fit a specific size.
Fair Treatments for All
Live Nourish Today is a weight inclusive facility, which means all sizes and shapes are welcome. I also acknowledge the inherent bias in the industry that comes with bodies of a larger size. Ultimately, the clinic does not recognize one shape or size as superior, and all clients in my care will receive fair non-biased treatment.
INTUITIVE EATING
Nutrition Based on Trust and Intuition
Intuitive Eating is yet another concept that rose to popularity following the criticism of antiquated and outdated methods such as calorie counting and strict monitoring. Research continually indicates that while crash diets are often effective in dropping weight quickly, the recidivism rate for gaining back all of the lost weight is high.
Essentially, intuitive eating teaches clients to learn and listen to the organic hunger cues of their bodies. Whereas calorie counting and other measuring systems are more concerned with keeping your intake at a very specific number. While these types of diets might be effective in short-term goal fulfillment, they do not teach people how to eat based on the natural rhythm of their bodies. On the contrary, intuitive eating teaches clients to learn how to differentiate certain pains from one another.
Many nutritionists have since adapted intuitive eating into their services as the benefits are widespread. One of the primaries is, that intuitive eating helps individuals reestablish trust and communication with their bodies. It can be a great way to learn how to read the messages of your body and start to listen to those instinctual feelings in your gut.
A Rejection of Diets
Intuitive eating has become popular with nutritionists largely because its very nature rejects many of the pillars of traditional diets. Intuitive eating is not centralized on cutting out specific food groups, nor is it concerned with making moral judgments on specific foods. Intuitive eating is rather geared towards mindfulness and making informed choices. Living Nourished Today offers comprehensive education surrounding intuitive eating and is one of the primary nutritional “plans” offered.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. Your body breaks down most of the food you eat into glucose.
Sports Nutrition
The main role of sports nutrition is to support the training program. Dietary intake for performance will change as the training regime changes.
Digestive Health
Good digestive health allows the body to properly break down food and absorb nutrients to keep the body healthy.
EATING DISORDERS
Understanding Disordered Eating Versus Eating Disorders
Live Nourished Today focuses on treating both clients who demonstrate disordered eating habits and clients who have eating disorders. While there are definitely similarities that exist between the two, there are a few important distinctions to be made when comparing these similar concepts. Distinguishing between an eating disorder and disordered eating can help determine the best course of action for the client.
Disordered eating is not the same as an eating disorder, although disordered eating is often a prerequisite and risk factor for developing a diagnosable disorder. While there is no specific clinical definition for disordered eating, it typically refers to individuals who eat for reasons outside of hunger or nourishment. A lot of disordered eating can eclipse certain symptoms and serve as a way to mitigate stress, conceal emotions, alleviate boredom, and more. Disordered eating may also look like cutting out specific food groups entirely, and/or occasionally partaking in certain behaviors such as binging and purging or skipping meals intentionally.
Disordered eating can often manifest in a lot of the same ways as an eating disorder, which is why it’s imperative for nutritionists and dietetics to conduct thorough assessments of their clients to decide how best to proceed in their treatment.
A Compassionate Approach to Disordered Eating
At Live Nourished Today, I treat clients with nutritional issues across the spectrum. From those who are simply looking for guidance in creating a healthier eating plan to those who are suffering from a full-blown eating disorder. The primary goal is to meet clients where they are and create a plan that addresses the full scope of the symptoms present, deciding how best to treat their underlying issues that lead to maladaptive eating patterns.
EATING DISORDERS
Discreet and Compassionate Care for Those With Eating Disorders
If you are struggling with an eating disorder, you are far from alone. According to multiple sources, it’s estimated that between 20 to 30 million people in the United States are currently suffering from an eating disorder. Live Nourished Today is a safe space for clients of all shapes, sizes, genders, races, and backgrounds to seek help without judgment. After all, eating disorders come in all shapes and sizes, and it is often the stigma of eating disorders that keep certain people from coming forward.
Eating disorders are chronic illnesses that (if left untreated), tend to progress and worsen. As a result, there are various stages of eating disorders based on severity. At Live Nourished Today, I conduct thorough assessments of clients in order to gauge their level of need. While I can help many people suffering from all kinds of disorders, it’s important to note that some clients do require a heightened level of care. If this is ever the case, I use compassion and honestly to address my concerns with the imminent health of the client. I can always provide referrals and resources when necessary.
What I Treat- Eating Disorders
Nevertheless, I do treat multiple eating disorders in various stages of severity. If you are suffering from any of the following, or believe you might be, it would be my pleasure to help you in any capacity that I can.
· Bulimia
· Anorexia
· Binge Eating Disorder
· ARFID (avoidant restrictive food intake disorder)
Eating disorders are nothing to be ashamed of, nor are they something I ever associate with moral failing or weakness. Together, we’ll form a plan to help treat your eating disorder in the most effective way possible.
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