Anorexia Nervosa
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Sometimes when life feels out of control, we cling to things we can control, like our relationship with food.
Anorexia Nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an abnormally low body weight, intense fear of weight gain, restriction of food intake, and distorted perception of weight. Often, appearance and desire for thinness relates to self-worth leading to a disordered relationship with food and physical activity.
Due to intense fear of weight gain or desire for weight loss, clients may restrict certain foods from their meal plan, decrease overall caloric intake, or binge/purge. Clients may also increase physical activity or utilize laxatives to compensate for food consumption.
Anorexia can lead to severe physical and psychological effects and may leave clients feeling isolated, depressed, and fearful. With the right support and team, recovery is possible!
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Dietitians can assess current nutritional intake, status of malnutrition, weight goals, gastrointestinal symptoms, and safe vs fear foods to create personalized nutrition recommendations.
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RDs can provide education to clients and their families to challenge eating disorder thoughts and societal misinformation regarding food. RDs can help support clients to fact check thoughts on food to reduce anxiety experienced during mealtime. They can also provide education on the impacts of eating disorders on the body. Through counseling, clients can develop a healthier relationship with food.
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Regular follow ups to track progress, adjust recommendations, and offer encouragement and support throughout recovery journey.
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Dietitians can work with primary care physicians to determine appropriateness for level of treatment needed and to provide specific nutrition recommendations based on findings during PCP appointments.
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Podcast: Peace Meal
Podcast: Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast
Book: Life Without Ed
Book: Sick enough
Book: When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating
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