According to Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, co-authors of Intuitive Eating, intuitive eating is defined as listening to your inner hunger signals, eating whenever you choose without experiencing guilt or an ethical dilemma. Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality Dieting damages your body and mind. It is linked with … Read More
February was “Love Your Body Month”!!
Consider these 10 “Will-Powers” for Improving Body Image. Taking care of your body and doing things you enjoy will enable you to enjoy a happy, participatory life. 1. Twice a day, everyday, I will ask myself: “Am I benefiting from focusing on what I believe are the flaws in … Read More
Stop Body Judgement
Are you negatively judging your body? Try doing less of the following: Standing in front of the mirror Pinching fat Weighing yourself daily Comparing your body to others such as friends, relatives, siblings Comparing your body to models/actresses in magazines or on T.V. Negative talk/criticism about your body Judging the … Read More
Preparing for Social Eating Gatherings
The holidays may be over, but social gathering still exist outside of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years parties. Here are some helpful tips in preparing yourself for food-centered gatherings: Don’t arrive hungry—snack before, even if it’s a piece of fruit. It’s ok to save up a little fat or protein … Read More
How Does the Media Affect Body Image?
Today, we are bombarded with magazines and television shows that portray a false idea of beauty—thin, toned, tall, tan. It seems like women go to great lengths to achieve this “ideal” beauty. It is so tempting to peek at magazine covers while waiting in line at the grocery store. After … Read More
