Christine Byrne
Eating disorder dietitian and journalist in Raleigh, North Carolina
We live in a wellness-obsessed culture. Dieting is commonplace, strenuous exercise is a way of life for many people, and it’s not uncommon to spend lots of time and money “eating clean” or “detoxing.” …
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As a registered dietitian, here's what I think of the 75 Hard: It's got virtually no proven benefits, and comes with a lot of risks. The now infamous 75 Hard challenge is a perfect case study in …
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To be honest, I’m amazed that Whole30 is still around. It’s the epitome of a fad diet, with its restrictive and unscientific rules and its short-term nature. And yet, 12 years after its creation, …
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Awareness for eating disorders is on the rise. But many people still have one burning question: "What does an eating disorder actually look like?" If you've been wondering this, the easy answer is …
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If you’ve already done some research into intuitive eating and Health at Every Size® (HAES), you may have heard of the “set point weight theory.” Essentially, set point weight is where your body lands …
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Because I’m an anti-diet dietitian, I try my best to block out diet culture (and encourage you to do the same). So, I’m not always up on the latest wellness trends. But over the past few weeks, …
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