Christine Byrne
Eating disorder dietitian and journalist in Raleigh, North Carolina
As a dietitian, I work with folks across the spectrum of disordered eating and eating disorders. Everyone who struggles in their relationship with food deserves help, whether they have a diagnosis or …
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There’s no getting around it: Eating disorder recovery is hard. It takes a mental, emotional, and physical toll. And, it can be really difficult to eat enough, or figure out what to eat, every single …
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Anorexia nervosa isn’t the most common eating disorder. But it’s the oldest and (arguably) most talked-about diagnosis. And because of the complex mental, physical, and emotional aspects of the …
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Frankly, I have mixed feelings about eating disorder awareness in the media. On the one hand, of course more awareness is a good thing. It helps destigmatize eating disorders, and makes it more likely …
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Ultimately, intuitive eating helps end binge eating and other disordered behaviors. But at first, intuitive eating can feel pretty binge-y. Especially if you've been restricting for years! Here's why …
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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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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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