DR MARIANNE MILLER
CARING EATING DISORDER TREATMENT IN SAN DIEGO AND THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, AND WASHINGTON D.C. FOR ADULTS & TEENS
Eating Disorders and Athletes: The Pressure to Perform
We often celebrate athletes as the epitome of strength, endurance, and physical health. But behind the scenes, many face an invisible battle: the pressure to perform at the highest level, which can lead to a dangerous relationship with food and their bodies. In this post, we’ll dive into the unique pressures athletes face, how those pressures can contribute to eating disorders, and what can be done to support those navigating this struggle.
ARFID and Anorexia: Can They Co-Exist?
When thinking about eating disorders in San Diego, Los Angeles, and NYC, anorexia nervosa and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) often come to mind. Both types of eating disorders involve avoiding or limiting food, but for very different reasons. So, is it possible to experience both at the same time? Let’s take a look at how these conditions might overlap.
Five Nutrition-Related Tips to Remember When in Recovery from Anorexia
It’s so challenging to have an eating disorder like anorexia. When you’re in eating disorder treatment and moving away from restricting, you’re changing the way your brain and body function, and that can be exhausting! I have five tips to help. Amazing San Diego eating disorder dietitian Christina Gaunce, RDN, has outlined five nutrition-related suggestions to help you stay on track. I recommend that you print out this list and post it in a prominent place so you can remind yourself of these tips when you feel overwhelmed.