Concerned you might have an eating disorder but aren’t sure? Read these 6 signs and symptoms of eating disorders to see if any resonate with you.As a dietitian who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, all too often I see folks missing the warning signs that their once seemingly harmless dieting behaviors are becoming out of control.In a culture that praises weight loss and dieting behaviors, it can be easy for eating disorder symptoms to fly under the radar and unfortunately they can sometimes even be praised for those in larger bodies.

It can be hard to realize you’re struggling with an eating disorder when disordered eating behaviors have become so normalized in this health and weight obsessed culture.While this post is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose and is not a substitution for individualized medical, nutrition, or mental health advice, I do hope that it gives you some insight to help guide you toward seeking out a provider who can provide your with a diagnosis or more importantly, the care and support you deserve.You deserve to have a healthy relationship with food.

What is an eating disorder? An eating disorder is a biopsychosocial disorder, meaning it’s influenced by biology (genetics), personality traits (often seen alongside other mental illness like anxiety or PTSD), and sociocultural factors like anti-fat bias.There are several types of eating disorders including: Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Binge Eating

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