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Why Weight Loss Compliments Aren’t Harmless (And What to Say Instead)

August 26, 2026

Weight loss compliments feel kind, but they can cause real harm. Here's why "have you lost weight?" isn't harmless (and what to say instead).

Factors That Determine Health (Hint: It’s Not Your Weight)

August 5, 2026

Unpack the factors that affect your health beyond weight! Discover how genetics, environment, and health behavior profoundly affect health and well-being.

MCAS and Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression, and Eating Disorders

July 29, 2026

Explore the link between MCAS & mental health. Uncover how mast cell activation syndrome impacts anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.

Why Do I Feel Guilty After Eating? Tips from a Dietitian

July 8, 2026

An eating disorder dietitian explains why you may feel guilty after eating, how diet culture impacts you, and tips to build a healthier relationship with food.

PCOS Renamed to PMOS: New Name, the Same Old Fight

June 3, 2026

PCOS has been renamed to PMOS (polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome) as of May 2026. Learn why the name changed and why better terminology alone can't fix weight bias in healthcare.

Fat Liberation vs Body Positivity: What’s the Difference and Why it Matters

May 20, 2026

What's the difference between fat liberation vs body positivity? This guide breaks down the origins, goals, and real-world impact of each movement—and why understanding the difference matters for equitable healthcare.

How Chronic Pain Affects Your Lab Results

April 18, 2026

Chronic pain affects more than how you feel, it can affect your insulin, blood sugar, A1c, cholesterol, cortisol, and thyroid hormones.

Food is Political: Policy, Power, and Who Gets to Eat

March 1, 2026

We were taught that with food comes choice, but for some people, choice is limited by policy.

Endometriosis Excision Surgery: My Story

March 1, 2026

My journey with endometriosis, excision surgery, and recovery.

More Than a Recipe: Megan’s Mom’s Hungarian Chicken Paprikas Dumplings

December 1, 2025

Learn how to make traditional Hungarian chicken paprikash with dumplings!

More Than A Recipe: Greta’s Omi’s Pflaumenkuchen (German Plum Cake)

November 10, 2025

Learn how to make traditional german plum cake recipe, a delicious example of German baking that connects family and creates lasting memories.

When Do You Know It’s Time to See a Therapist for an Eating Disorder?

November 3, 2025

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I need therapy for my eating disorder?” – you’re not alone. So many people struggle to recognize when their relationship with food and/or body has…

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Why Weight Loss Compliments Aren’t Harmless (And What to Say Instead)

Factors That Determine Health (Hint: It’s Not Your Weight)

MCAS and Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression, and Eating Disorders

Why Do I Feel Guilty After Eating? Tips from a Dietitian

PCOS Renamed to PMOS: New Name, the Same Old Fight

Fat Liberation vs Body Positivity: What’s the Difference and Why it Matters

How Chronic Pain Affects Your Lab Results

Food is Political: Policy, Power, and Who Gets to Eat

Endometriosis Excision Surgery: My Story

More Than a Recipe: Megan’s Mom’s Hungarian Chicken Paprikas Dumplings

More Than A Recipe: Greta’s Omi’s Pflaumenkuchen (German Plum Cake)

When Do You Know It’s Time to See a Therapist for an Eating Disorder?

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