by Theresa Hedrick, MS, RD | Apr 19, 2021 | Eating Disorders
It may be tough to tell if someone has bulimia nervosa just by looking at them. They may look healthy, not appear overly thin, and seem to eat. However, that doesn’t mean that bulimia nervosa isn’t a serious eating disorder. In fact, bulimia and other eating...
by Theresa Hedrick, MS, RD | Aug 20, 2020 | Category
Do you define yourself as a perfectionist? Having idyllic aspirations – whether it’s never making a mistake at work, being a fairytale relationship, or maintaining a spotless home – is generally viewed as a good thing. But there’s a fine line between working...
by Theresa Hedrick, MS, RD | Jul 8, 2020 | Category, Eating Disorders, Lifestyle, Tips
It may be tempting to simplify anorexia nervosa into a condition that is just about food, weight or body image. But underneath the eating behaviors often lies a lot of anxiety. For those struggling with an eating disorder, it is probably no surprise to learn that...
by Theresa Hedrick, MS, RD | Aug 13, 2019 | Food Allergy, Food Intolerance
People commonly have reactions to foods. Most of the time it’s an intolerance, not an allergy, but how can you tell? Read on to learn the differences between a food allergy and food intolerance, how to tell which you’re experiencing, and what to do about it....