Eating Disorder Treatment at Healing Nutrition Therapy

Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an intense fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and extreme efforts to maintain a low body weight through restrictive eating, excessive exercise, and/or other behaviors like purging. Individuals with anorexia often perceive themselves in a distorted way despite being significantly underweight, leading to severe physical and psychological consequences. It commonly affects adolescents and young adults, particularly females, though it can occur within any age group, gender, or ethnicity. Symptoms include drastic weight loss, preoccupation with food, calories, or body shape, and physical signs like fatigue, hair loss, or amenorrhea (loss of menstrual periods). Effective anorexia nervosa treatment typically involves medical, nutritional, and psychological interventions. Additionally, it’s important to note that other conditions like avoidant restrictive food intake and binge eating disorder can also affect individuals, and specialized support is available for those seeking bulimia nervosa support. The dietitians at Healing Nutrition Therapy have experience and expertise working with anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders, including diabulimia treatment. Like all mental health struggles, it can feel overwhelming to find support. Just know that you are not alone in your struggle with AN, and our expert team of dietitians is here to help.

Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating—consuming large amounts of food in a short period with a sense of loss of control—followed by compensatory behaviors to prevent weight gain, such as self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, fasting, or misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or other medications. Individuals with bulimia often have a distorted body image and an intense fear of gaining weight, though they may maintain a normal or abnormal weight. Symptoms include preoccupation with food and body shape, secretive eating, and physical signs like sore throat, dental erosion, or electrolyte imbalances. It commonly affects adolescents and young adults, particularly females, but can occur in anyone. Treatment typically involves psychological therapy, nutritional counseling, and medical management, which can also encompass anorexia nervosa treatment or avoidant restrictive food intake strategies. If you suspect you or a loved one is struggling with Bulimia Nervosa (BN), Healing Nutrition Therapy is here to help provide bulimia nervosa support. You might be wondering how to begin this recovery journey. It’s possible you haven’t yet opened up about your struggle with food or perhaps you are looking to add a dietitian for binge eating disorder help to your treatment team. Healing Nutrition Therapy is a team of expert eating disorder dietitians. We provide high-quality eating disorder treatment for all eating disorders, including diabulimia treatment. We help support clients to build a secure and comfortable relationship with food and body.

Binge eating disorder (BED) is an eating disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of consuming large amounts of food in a short timeframe, often accompanied by a sense of loss of control, and without regular compensatory behaviors like purging or excessive exercise. Individuals with BED frequently eat rapidly, consume food when not hungry, or continue eating until they feel uncomfortably full, often leading to feelings of guilt, shame, or distress afterward. Unlike bulimia nervosa, which includes routine purging or other weight-control measures, BED can result in various physical and emotional health issues. It affects people of all ages and genders, typically emerging during adolescence or early adulthood. Treatment usually includes psychological therapy, nutritional counseling, and sometimes medication, similar to anorexia nervosa treatment or support for bulimia nervosa. For those seeking binge eating disorder help, Healing Nutrition Therapy offers specialized support through nutrition therapy and counseling. Our experienced dietitians are well-versed in the complexities of binge eating disorder treatment and provide compassionate care to guide clients toward recovery, while also being aware of related conditions such as avoidant restrictive food intake and diabulimia treatment.

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is an eating disorder characterized by a persistent avoidance or restriction of food intake, leading to significant weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, or impaired physical or psychosocial functioning. Unlike anorexia nervosa, which is often addressed through specific anorexia nervosa treatment options, ARFID is not driven by body image concerns or fear of weight gain. Instead, it may stem from sensory sensitivities (e.g., aversion to certain textures, smells, or tastes), fear of adverse consequences (e.g., choking or vomiting), or a lack of interest in eating. Common in children but also affecting adults, ARFID can result in dependence on supplements or tube feeding, growth delays, or social isolation. Symptoms include limited food variety, avoidance of entire food groups, and anxiety around eating. While this disorder is distinct from binge eating disorder, individuals may seek binge eating disorder help for related issues. Treatment for ARFID often involves behavioral therapy, nutritional support, and addressing underlying sensory or psychological issues, similar to the support offered in bulimia nervosa support programs. If any of these questions resonate with you, it’s possible that you or a loved one is struggling with ARFID. Through a compassionate, patient, and highly trained approach, we at Healing Nutrition Therapy can guide you or your loved one through the process of slowly expanding on your preferred foods using a variety of treatment methods, which may also include diabulimia treatment for those managing diabetes.

Orthorexia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by an obsessive focus on eating foods perceived as "healthy" or "pure," leading to restrictive eating patterns that can harm physical, psychological, or social well-being. Unlike other eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa, where weight loss or body image are primary concerns, orthorexia involves an extreme preoccupation with food quality, nutritional content, or rigid dietary rules. Individuals with orthorexia may avoid entire food groups, meticulously plan meals, or feel intense guilt or anxiety when deviating from their self-imposed dietary standards, similar to those struggling with avoidant restrictive food intake. This can result in malnutrition, social isolation, or emotional distress. While orthorexia is not formally recognized in the DSM-5, it is increasingly acknowledged in clinical settings and can affect people of any age or gender. Treatment typically involves psychological therapy, nutritional counseling, and addressing compulsive behaviors, much like the anorexia nervosa treatment and bulimia nervosa support. Living in a society obsessed with “healthy eating” complicates matters, as we are constantly bombarded with messages about cutting calories and monitoring food choices. Consequently, orthorexia often goes undiagnosed. It's crucial to recognize that food should not dominate your time or energy. If your relationship with food is distracting you from being present with loved ones, causing anxiety, or preventing you from living according to your values, it may be time to seek support. Those in need of binge eating disorder help or diabulimia treatment can also benefit from reaching out. If you or a loved one is struggling, connect with our highly skilled clinicians here at Healing Nutrition Therapy, who can support you on your recovery journey.