February is Eating Disorders Awareness Month — a time to talk not only about symptoms and recovery, but also about something many people overlook: language . As an anorexia dietitian  working with people in recovery, I often see how casually used phrases can unintentionally minimize the seriousness of eating disorders. Words shape perception — and perception influences whether people seek help, feel validated, or remain misunderstood. Let’s talk about what anorexia actually i

February is Eating Disorders Awareness Month , and I want to take a moment to share a few things I wish more people understood about eating disorders.   Because  EDs thrive in silence, stereotypes, and the belief that you’re “not sick enough.”   So here are 10 things I want you to know:   1. You can’t tell how much someone is struggling by their weight. Less than 6% of people with an eating disorder are medically underweight.   2. Binge Eating Disorder is the most common eati

(Just because no one talks about them, doesn’t mean you’re alone) Binge eating doesn’t come out of nowhere. And it’s not about willpower, discipline, or “self-control.” In most cases, binge eating is a predictable response  to a combination of physical deprivation, emotional stress, and rigid food rules. Below are some of the most common binge eating triggers  — many of which are rarely talked about, but extremely common in people who struggle with binge eating. 1. Not Eating

Understanding the difference between overeating  and binge eating  is important for recognizing patterns, reducing shame, and knowing when to seek support. What Is Overeating? Overeating  is eating past comfortable fullness  or eating more than your body needs . Occasional overeating is a normal human experience , especially during: Holidays Celebrations Social meals Busy or stressful periods Overeating becomes a problem  when it happens daily or over a long period of time, a

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