What Are the 5 Warning Signs of Orthorexia?
Orthorexia is an eating disorder that involves an intense focus on eating only foods perceived as โhealthyโ or โpure.โ While prioritizing nutrition can be a positive goal, orthorexia can lead to rigid food rules, anxiety around eating, and disruptions to daily life. Sanford Behavioral Health recognizes the challenges people and their loved ones face when […]
What Types of Skills Does Nutrition Education Teach?
Understanding nutrition is about more than just knowing what to eatโitโs about building skills that promote lifelong health and well-being. At Sanford Behavioral Health, we believe that learning how to fuel your body in a balanced and sustainable way is essential to both physical and mental health. Our nutrition education services help our patients develop […]
March Is National Nutrition Month: 3 Ways to Fuel Your Body
March is National Nutrition Monthยฎ, a time to celebrate the importance of nutrition, make smarter food choices, and develop healthy habits that last a lifetime. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sponsors National Nutrition Monthยฎ as a nutrition education and information campaign annually. This campaign highlights the importance of informed food choices and healthy eating […]
What Is Body Dysmorphia?
When talking about eating disorders, โbody dysmorphiaโ often comes up. So, is body dysmorphia an eating disorder? The answer is no, but the two can be closely related. Body dysmorphia is often a co-occurring condition with eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. At Sanford Behavioral Health, we know how hard […]
Signs of AFRID in Adults
When most people think about eating disorders, they often think of conditions like anorexia or bulimia. But thereโs another eating disorder that affects both children and adults: ARFID. ARFID stands for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder, and if itโs not treated, it can lead to serious health concerns. Itโs important to recognize the signs of ARFID […]
10 Myths About Eating Disorders
Individuals with eating disorders are often misunderstood and face many misconceptions about their condition. These myths can exacerbate the challenges for those struggling with their health and well-being. There should be more awareness and understanding about eating disorders to dispel these misconceptions. At Sanford Behavioral Health, our compassionate and skilled team works to provide evidence-based […]
What Are Trigger Foods When Someone Has an Eating Disorder?
Understanding trigger foods is a crucial component of eating disorder treatment, as these foods can provoke intense emotional and physiological reactions in people with eating disorders. Trigger foods are specific items that, when consumed or even just thought about, can be harmful to a person. Recognizing and addressing these triggers is essential in fostering a […]
What Are the Physical Signs of Not Eating Enough?
Nutrition plays a pivotal role in maintaining not only the physical well-being of an individual but also their mental and emotional health. Adequate intake of nutrients is essential for the body to function optimally, sustaining growth, repair, and overall vitality. A crucial question that can often emerge is, “What are the physical signs of not […]
What Is a Refeeding Syndrome?
If you are wondering, “What is refeeding syndrome?” We can help. At Sanford Behavioral Health, we recognize the complexities of pursuing eating disorder treatment and the courage it takes to seek help. With an empathetic approach anchoring our philosophy, we offer comprehensive, evidence-based treatment options tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. We […]
What Is Pica?
Have you wondered, “What is pica?” Pica is a complex and often misunderstood eating disorder characterized by a persistent and compulsive desire to consume non-food substances that have no nutritional valueโsuch as dirt, clay, or paper. Understanding the nuances and the potential dangers of pica is crucial for medical professionals, caregivers, and those affected by […]
