Drowning For Perfection: Guest Post by Erica King Kubowitsch
Note: Eating disorder behaviors mentioned. Events and conversations have been recreated from Erica’s memories of them. ~ Before the anxiety, before the creeping doubt, there was simply the water. Swimming felt as natural as breathing. The pool was a sanctuary where I felt calm, strong, and truly myself. As a child, especially during those endless […]
My Eating Disorder Dietitian Saved My Life
Anyone who has read Running in Silence knows that I was convinced to take on “macronutrient” or “lifestyle” diets. I wasn’t sure how to decipher correct nutrition information when there were published books about the wonders of these diets, and when the leaders of such diets were boasting about the benefits. And if a certain […]
Eating Disorders vs. Healthy Eating
Let’s say a friend chooses to order a salad while the rest of your friends order pizza. Is this friend restricting calories to lose weight? Or does he want a salad right now because pizza doesn’t sound appetizing at the moment? Some people may eat in a way that makes others think, eating disorder. But […]