<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The ED Dietitian]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Ed Dietitian]]></description><link>https://www.the-ed-dietitian.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:42:08 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theeddietitian.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Compulsive Exercise, Recovery and Finding Flexibility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exercise is often viewed through a very simple lens: something that is good for us and something we should do more of. We are surrounded by messages encouraging us to move more, exercise consistently and push ourselves towards physical goals. For many people, exercise can be a positive part of life - offering enjoyment, connection, confidence and a sense of achievement. However, for individuals experiencing an eating disorder, exercise can become much more complex. The concern is not exercise...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/compulsive-exercise-recovery-and-finding-flexibility</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4cdb5e52eeabc88ea7a7d7</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Body Image]]></category><category><![CDATA[Exercise]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 13:52:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_053f2828299a4f9da84a790fb9619b91~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your Body Is Not a Summer Project: Who Benefits When We Believe We Need to Be Smaller?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As summer arrives, so too does a familiar shift in cultural noise. Bodies discussion and scrutiny increases - on social media, in advertising, in conversations about holidays, and in the quiet internal commentary many people experience when getting dressed or thinking about being visible. The message that's consistently implied: this season is something you need to prepare your body for. For many people navigating eating difficulties or body image distress, this can intensify an already...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/your-body-is-not-a-summer-project-who-benefits-when-we-believe-we-need-to-be-smaller</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a295c708ae4d2c74dcf9b83</guid><category><![CDATA[Diet Culture]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Body Image]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:22:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_bdc02cc86dd248e9bfee7bddddf54342~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recovery Outside of Routine: Finding Flexibility When Structure Shifts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Routine often plays an important role in eating disorder recovery. It can help create predictability around meals, reduce anxiety, and provide a sense of stability when things feel uncertain. For many people, having structure around eating can be a key part of getting through difficult periods. But recovery does not only happen inside routine. As life expands - through holidays, weekends away, changes in work patterns, or even just less structured summer days, routine naturally becomes less...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/recovery-outside-of-routine-finding-flexibility-when-structure-shifts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0c25aba233cf6a0520cf7e</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:43:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_1492e226b1064be1abb7a15839894764~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Flexibility in Recovery: Moving Beyond Safe Foods]]></title><description><![CDATA[In eating disorder recovery, it’s common for food choices to become narrowed over time. Many people find themselves relying on a set of “safe foods” - foods that feel predictable, manageable, and less likely to bring up anxiety. At the same time, other foods become increasingly avoided or feared. While this pattern is understandable, it quietly reinforces the eating disorder over time. Recovery involves gently moving away from rigidity and towards food flexibility - the ability to eat a wider...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/food-flexibility-in-recovery-moving-beyond-safe-foods</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e0d19ebd4edb574fd3d266</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:59:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_4069d2c3583841c1a5ac614775176966~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Systemic barriers in eating disorder care - why reform is essential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eating disorders are treatable conditions, yet many people encounter structural barriers that delay or prevent access to care. As a clinician, I have seen how system design shapes outcomes - through structures that can make timely support impossible. Early intervention research consistently shows that shorter durations of untreated illness are associated with better outcomes, which means delays in care can influence recovery trajectories. Understanding these barriers is the first step toward...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/systemic-barriers-in-eating-disorder-care-why-reform-is-essential</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a96b6d95f8968663549237</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:27:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_b225a5e3a29c4ba985dbd439fc240e04~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Am I Without My Eating Disorder? Understanding Identity in Recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most complex and frequently under-discussed aspects of recovery is identity - how the eating disorder becomes woven into a person’s sense of self and what happens when you start to disentangle the two. Many people describe their eating disorder not just as a set of behaviours or thoughts, but as something that defines who they are. It may shape decisions, influence daily routines, or even provide a sense of safety, control, or purpose. When this is the case, recovery can feel like...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/who-am-i-without-my-eating-disorder-understanding-identity-in-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69822049b3cad227932d9cee</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:00:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_8e89d3ef86084ecbb7da975fa4da0019~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Struggle isn't Failure: Rethinking Self-Compassion in Eating Disorder Recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Struggle is often treated as evidence that something has gone wrong.  In  eating disorder recovery, this can sound like: “I should be further along by now” “If I were really committed, this wouldn’t feel so hard” “Other people seem to manage this better than I do” “I’m not sick enough to need help” “I don’t deserve to recover” “If I were really unwell, this would look different” These thoughts can arise quietly and convincingly, particularly when recovery doesn’t follow a neat or predictable...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/why-struggle-isn-t-failure-rethinking-self-compassion-in-eating-disorder-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695e11bed99f03f79cf10b03</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:08:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_61c03b6d45214350b5f02973c0cb12dc~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surviving January in Eating Disorder recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[January is often framed as the “fresh start” month - a time for new goals, new habits, and sometimes a complete life overhaul. Everywhere you look, social media, magazines, and ads are full of “new year, new you” messaging, diet trends, and promises of optimisation. For many people, especially those in recovery from an eating disorder or struggling with body-image concerns, this pressure can feel overwhelming, triggering, or exhausting. The good news? You don’t need to follow the crowd, and...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/surviving-january-in-eating-disorder-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692ed5acfe5b860323bb0510</guid><category><![CDATA[Diet Culture]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Body Image]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:14:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_f38be5b82e454eff9760e1ba56e0688f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managing Eating Disorder Recovery over the Festive Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The festive season is often painted as a joyful, cosy time of year - yet for those in eating disorder recovery, it can bring a very particular set of challenges. Routines shift. Food takes centre stage. Social events increase. Expectations (both internal and external) can feel heavier. If this time of year makes you feel anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure how to navigate recovery, know this: you are not alone.  With some planning, support, and self-compassion, it is  possible to move through the...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/managing-eating-disorder-recovery-over-the-festive-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6917044bfc22f1d9068d9c51</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:44:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_d3d1498b183b43f98aa1d0673713e163~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Role of Restriction in Binge Eating Disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Binge Eating Disorder (BED) is one of the most common - yet often the most misunderstood eating disorder. It’s characterised by episodes...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/the-role-of-restriction-in-binge-eating-disorder</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e4d92aff64b90438033993</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:27:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_c8e9fef3943e4043af28ad361b40e810~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking Calories: What you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Calories are everywhere - from food packaging to apps to social media. But what are they really, and why has counting them become such a...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/rethinking-calories-what-you-need-to-know</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b6c65da18887303becc079</guid><category><![CDATA[Diet Culture]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:10:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_2690aa47a48b481b95f0f95a5c5f27e0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Not Sick Enough”- How Weight-Centric Care Delays Eating Disorder Treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[When we talk about eating disorders, one of the most persistent and damaging myths is that they only affect people who are visibly...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/not-sick-enough-how-weight-centric-care-delays-eating-disorder-treatment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">688791013f524736c9e23c35</guid><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:44:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_9fd88df6724649168dacc81494d7710d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nourishment &#38; the Self: Exploring the Role of Identity in Eating Disorder Recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[When we talk about eating disorder recovery, we often focus on behaviour: eating more regularly, reducing compensatory actions,...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/nourishment-the-self-exploring-the-role-of-identity-in-eating-disorder-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686ce4f6313711f211fd9513</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:17:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_9e17ead420314b3da626c0b4531e71fd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Takes a Village: The power of community in eating disorder recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[We often hear the phrase “it takes a village”  when talking about raising children, but the same wisdom holds true in eating disorder...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/it-takes-a-village-the-power-of-community-in-eating-disorder-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683ed21d9ea23bff7cd902e2</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:09:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_d3046a36336f45d4875a09ca2b1cf897~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambivalence and Eating Disorder Recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ambivalence is a common (and often misunderstood) part of the recovery process from an eating disorder. By definition, ambivalence means...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/ambivalence-and-eating-disorder-recovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6823213550ab578f3a1b2d88</guid><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Treatment]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 20:05:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_93584f02d5fb4a7c84979941f3ac02c5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips to Manage a Negative Body Image on Holiday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Going on holiday should be a time for relaxation, adventure, and making memories. However, if you struggle with negative body image, the...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/tips-to-manage-a-negative-body-image-on-holiday</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e6dd2c5c42c60e77b16205</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recovery]]></category><category><![CDATA[Body Image]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 19:48:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_03afa58135ce48de86ad26101ad5218a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orthorexia - an obsession with clean eating?]]></title><description><![CDATA[What Is Orthorexia? Orthorexia, is an eating disorder characterised by an obsessive focus on healthy or "clean" eating. Unlike other...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/orthorexia-an-obsession-with-clean-eating</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67b45d6d4e9f793e1b7f183d</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 04:47:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_3c3083944a444784bc7b593255301173~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eating Disorder Signs, Symptoms &#38; Myths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions, the consequences of which infiltrate all aspects of an individuals life. Despite...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/eating-disorder-signs-symptoms-myths</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a21e7866f242ec38c2817a</guid><category><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></category><category><![CDATA[Education]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 08:57:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_a6b986b8a298406aa8ce0a3b2ce4d747~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to spot misleading and inaccurate diet and nutrition information]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the age of social media and online influencers, it can be hugely challenging to navigate the influx of diet and nutrition information...]]></description><link>https://www.theeddietitian.com/post/how-to-spot-misleading-and-inaccurate-diet-and-nutrition-information</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6793984f372f861c22547d8a</guid><category><![CDATA[Diet Culture]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:05:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ed3bc6_d7787fd05cd5442c83b0902002b3cb20~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Beth Francois</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>