Disordered Eating

Understanding the Difference Between Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | October 15, 2026 | Disordered Eating | 0 Comments

Recognizing an eating disorder isn't always straightforward. These are complex mental health conditions that can affect anyone, regardless of body size, age, gender, or background. In fact, only about 2% of people who meet the clinical criteria for an eating disorder...

The Hypocrisy of “Concern”

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | August 24, 2026 | Disordered Eating, Weight Inclusive Care | 0 Comments

Right now, there is a relentless media storm surrounding celebrity bodies. We see an influx of people claiming to have deep "concern" over bodies that have rapidly become much smaller. The public debates whether we should stop talking about these women to protect...

Eating Disorders and Fat People

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | November 29, 2025 | Disordered Eating | 0 Comments

Eating disorders are not size-specific. You cannot look at someone and know if they are struggling with food, body image, or disordered behavior. Contrary to popular belief, eating disorders don't have a "look," and they aren't confined to a specific population....

Why Society Is So Cruel to Fat People (and What It’s Really About)

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Nov 5, 2025 | Disordered Eating

So much of society's cruelty toward fat people isn't really about "health." It's about fear. It's...

What is Intuitive Eating and How it Helps Your Body

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Sep 25, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Intuitive Eating

Breaking Free from Diet Culture We grow up in a world obsessed with diets—the "easy fixes," the...

Let’s Talk Metabolism

Let’s Talk Metabolism

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Sep 15, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Intuitive Eating

Metabolism. Every week, there is a new headline screaming about how to "fix" or "hack" your...

Intermittent Fasting & Women’s Health: A Balanced View

Intermittent Fasting & Women’s Health: A Balanced View

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Sep 4, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Mental Health

Intermittent fasting is one diet trend that many are familiar with. Some people swear it will fix...

9 Myths About Body Size That Are Hurting Your Health

9 Myths About Body Size That Are Hurting Your Health

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Aug 29, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Intuitive Eating

I'm tired. Tired of the divisiveness that permeates our society. Tired of the way we "other"...

5 Gentle Ways to Slow Down & Enjoy Your Meal—and Truly Support Nervous System Regulation

5 Gentle Ways to Slow Down & Enjoy Your Meal—and Truly Support Nervous System Regulation

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Aug 5, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Intuitive Eating

Are you sick and tired of posts about various tips you need to do to make your...

What Are Carbs? A Science-Backed, Soul-Aligned Guide to Understanding Carbohydrates

What Are Carbs? A Science-Backed, Soul-Aligned Guide to Understanding Carbohydrates

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Jul 24, 2025 | Disordered Eating, Intuitive Eating

Let's clear something up: carbs are not the enemy. One more time, Carbs are NOT the enemy! I know...

Eating Disorders & The Trans Population

Eating Disorders & The Trans Population

by Melanee Dahl, CNS, LDN, CD, CEDS | Jun 25, 2025 | Disordered Eating

Eating Disorders + Pride = A Vital Conversation Eating disorders aren’t simply about food. They’re...

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