Nourishing Thoughts

Weight restoration is one of the most physically and psychologically uncomfortable aspects of eating disorder recovery.

Over the course of a restrictive eating disorder, the body adjusts to deprivation as a means of self-preservation (it’s clever like that!). However, these physical changes are often not apparent until we attempt to re-nourish ourselves. It is when we start the re-feeding process that uncomfortable symptoms manifest in the form of early satiety, gastrointestinal symptoms (such as bloating and constipation) and fluid retention.

Although this initial period of recovery is incredibly challenging, it is also ESSENTIAL and it's worth notice that these symptoms do generally go away when you are re-nourished!

In today's episode, Cassie and Ariana dive into WHY you may experience these symptoms, why its important to gain weight and how to cope with the discomfort. 

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This week we are delighted to welcome our meditation teacher Michael Miller who co-founded London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center where he tteaches Vedic Meditation full-time and is recognised as one of the leading experts in his field. Michael has taught thousands of people to meditate — in group settings, within organisations including Wall Street firms and NGO’s, as well as private clients around the world. He also leads meditation retreats in India, Europe and the States. Michael is a sought-after speaker about stress, creativity and meditation at a global scale. We are so grateful he shared his time with us today.

In today’s episode we discuss Michael’s transition from a career in theatre and music production, the science of meditation, what the benefits are, why it’s re-emerging into today’s society and how it can support eating disorder recovery. He offers guidance to those who would like to get started with meditation and shares incredibly inspiring words of wisdom you won’t want to miss!

You can find Michael at www.londonmeditationcentre.com and Instagram.com/londonmeditationcentre and Instagram.com/miller_ji

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Thanks to diet culture this is extremely evident in today’s society whether we see it on magazine covers, photos people post of themselves on social media, the pressure we place on ourselves when trying on clothes…  

According to the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), body image is defined as “how you see yourself when you look in the mirror or when you picture yourself in your mind. It encompasses: what you believe about your own appearance, how you feel about your body, including height, shape and weight, and how you sense and control your body as you move [or] how you physically experience or feel in your body.”

Body dissatisfaction is one of the major sources of suffering among women of all ages and refers to negative thoughts and feelings regarding one’s body weight and shape. The research shows that body dissatisfaction is correlated with increased risk of poor self-esteem, depression and eating disorders.

Appallingly, we see children as young as six years old begin to internalise messages from parents, play mates or other external factors. Notably, body image concerns and eating disorders can affect us ALL. That is, all genders, ages, cultures and ethnicities can be at risk of this. It. does. not. discriminate.

Today’s podcast is going to highlight Cassie & Ariana’s TOP TIPS on how you can begin to nurture a positive body image today (as always, based on the current body of evidence!). We hope you enjoy!

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We discuss caregiver burnout, what impact having a support system has on recovery and how full recovery is possible.

You can find more from Rebecca and Bea at www.recoveryfromwithin.life and Instagram.com/recovery_from_within

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In this bite-size episode, Cassie & Ariana explain why this happens and they share their top tips on how to get yourself out of this cycle so you can regain confidence around food.

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Have you ever been turned away from services because you haven’t met certain “criteria”?

Sadly, you’re not alone.

In this episode, Cassie and Ariana answer one of the most commonly asked questions and explain the common risk factors to developing an eating disorder and identify the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders.

Spoiler alert! You don’t need to meet certain criteria for your experience to be valid.  

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What is intuitive eating? And is it appropriate in eating disorder recovery? Today’s guest is here to tell us. Elyse Resch (MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, Fiaedp, FADA, FAND) is a nutrition therapist in private practice in Beverly Hills, California, with thirty-nine years of experience, specializing in eating disorders, Intuitive Eating, and Health at Every Size and is the well-known co-author of Intuitive Eating.

In this conversation, we take a deep dive into the psychological underpinnings of intuitive eating and why nurturing your inner child is key in eating disorder recovery.

Elyse also shares her personal recovery story and debunks common myths about intuitive eating and if it’s appropriate in eating disorder recovery. The answer? It is! Listen to find out why and how you can apply the intuitive eating principles to your healing journey today.

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DISCLAIMER: These episodes are for educational purposes only and do not replace individual care, treatment and medical advice. 

Hosts Cassie and Ariana get vulnerable and share their story as to how they became eating disorder specialists and what led them here. From orthorexia to irritable bowel syndrome and navigating the complex world of wellness, these dancing dietitians share their story and the lessons they’ve learnt along the way.

Our mission is to be your go-to recovery podcast and each week you will expand your recovery toolbox with practical tips you can start to apply in your life today. You will learn about non-diet nutrition, body acceptance, self-compassion, mindfulness, psychology, intuitive eating, eating disorder recovery and self-care, all through a weight inclusive lens.

If it will help you in your recovery journey we can pretty much guarantee we will talk about it on this podcast! This is Nourishing Thoughts.