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Studies show that those struggling with eating disorders don't often get the treatment they need to recover. If you or a loved one are struggling, please don't hesitate to reach out here: https://bit.ly/3QGFbJp

If you are someone who has followed fad diets or severely restricted your diet to quickly lose weight, you will likely have to gain some weight before you can healthfully lose fat — regardless of your starting weight. This approach can be discouraging, but it is vital if you want to truly recover from the negative impact of restrictive eating.

In our latest blog post, we discuss a case study showing how the body heals from restrictive eating. Read here: https://bit.ly/3WmfznU

It’s not surprising that body image issues often increase during the summer months. Some research suggests that over 90 percent of women are disappointed with their bodies — and many of these insecurities are put on full display as the weather heats up. ☀️

This uptick in negative body image is particularly challenging for individual eating disorders. Read more about summer body image and simple steps to improve your body image here: https://bit.ly/4d8xzZH

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While some individuals fit into the classic eating disorder categories (like anorexia nervosa or bulimia nervosa), many do not fit into these categories. They often have elements of one eating disorder combined with facets of others. This is known as OSFED. As a result, this patient population has been neglected and often becomes very sick.

With our machines at The Kahm Clinic, we are exceptionally good at honing in on the problem, and because we can see the problem so clearly, we can help this population. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2DxbeK4

Perfectionism requires you to control your thoughts, feelings, environment, social settings, and personal or professional obligations — many of which are often out of your control! Here are 3 ways to push back against perfectionism. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3KaM7vn

We define perfectionism as a self-protective mechanism that posits, “If I do everything exactly right, I can escape any pain that comes from my struggles.” It’s this idea that, if you control everything, you can also control how the world perceives you.

In our recent blog post, we discuss how perfectionism plays a role in your relationship with food. Read here: https://bit.ly/3KaM7vn

If you or a loved one are struggling with binge eating, consider these five tips. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3JPi9Nj

It’s not surprising that research connects social media use to body image issues and eating disorders. 🤳 In a study conducted in Australia and New Zealand, nearly 52 percent of girls ages 13 and 14 with a social media account were likely to report disordered eating habits, including skipping meals or obsessive exercise. For boys in the same age group, 45 percent reported similar eating routines. In our latest blog post, we discuss the connection between body image issues and social media. Read here: https://bit.ly/3W6fzK2

Whether you are a seasoned athlete, a struggling exerciser, trying out some new diet, have a serious medical condition, recovering from cancer, or a relatively healthy person that is curious about how they are doing, we can help with general nutrition services. Learn more about general nutrition at The Kahm Clinic here: https://bit.ly/45OtkPV

An important component of eating disorder recovery is learning to respect your body. In our recent blog post, we discuss four dos and don'ts for respecting your body as you recover from an eating disorder. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3VcOrIU

This week is Eating Disorder Awareness Week! Join us in sharing tools, resources, and information this week, aligning with this year's theme of getting the public "in the know".

Metabolic Testing measures how many calories someone is burning at rest and enables us to see if they are burning more or less than they should. Body Composition Analysis (BCA) measures the amount and proportion of fat and lean mass in a person's body. When using these tests, we can offer a highly effective treatment plan to our clients. Interested in learning more? Check us out here: https://bit.ly/3i05t6J

If you are an athlete training for an event, practicing for a team sport, or simply increasing your current exercise routine at the gym, we can help optimize your nutrition so that you can meet all of your training and exercise goals and be as strong and fast as possible. Learn how here: https://bit.ly/3HSmEFX

In our recent blog post, we consider the fallout of obsessive exercise and the importance of allowing your body to rest and recover. Read here: https://bit.ly/3vT26dx

Merry Christmas and happy holidays from The Kahm Clinic! 🎄

In our recent blog post, Dietitian Elaina Efird, RDN, CD, CEDRD, CSSD reveals that the biggest question to ask yourself is how your new eating and/or exercise behaviors are impacting your life. Read more here: https://bit.ly/46PLeli

There’s often a fine line between wanting to be healthier and adopting disordered eating or exercise behaviors. In fact, some disordered patterns have become normalized in our culture, making it tricky to know when you need to seek help. In a recent blog post, we explore some examples of when getting hungry turns into disordered eating. Read here: https://bit.ly/46PLeli

Whatever the reason you may be interested in your general nutrition, we can help. With our metabolic testing and body composition analysis, we not only use evidence-based treatment, we use evidence (actual hard data from your particular body) to create the best possible diet to get you healthy (or healthier than you already are). Reach out today to get started: https://bit.ly/3QGFbJp

There’s often a fine line between wanting to be healthier and adopting disordered eating or exercise behaviors. In fact, some disordered patterns have become normalized in our culture, making it tricky to know when you need to seek help. In our recent blog post, we discuss some examples of when getting healthy turns into disordered eating. Read here: https://bit.ly/46PLeli

Oftentimes, people come into The Kahm Clinic concerned that they have an eating disorder but also thinking that they’re okay or not “sick enough” to need treatment. Why do they believe that? Because their doctor says so! Usually, they’ve gone to the primary care physician with their worry and been told that they’re at a normal weight for their height. In some cases, their physician may even complete a blood work panel with normal results.

To no fault of primary care physicians, there is a lack of awareness when it comes to screening for eating disorders, especially during a normal visit. Everyone should be screened for an eating disorder. Read more here: https://bit.ly/463OWYp

With our metabolic testing and body composition analysis, we not only use evidence-based treatment, we use evidence (actual hard data from your particular body) to create the best possible diet to get you healthy (or healthier than you already are). Learn more about our general nutrition work: https://bit.ly/45OtkPV

Restrictive eating is not a way to achieve a good power to weight ratio. Read more: https://bit.ly/3QfDzHQ

Athletes often experience eating disorders or disordered eating habits, particularly those in a weight-based sport where their body size relates to performance (like climbing, horseback riding, and running). In our recent blog post, we consider why restrictive eating is a harmful approach and look at a sample recommended food pattern for competitive athletes. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3QfDzHQ

Do you struggle with over-snacking or binge eating, especially in the late afternoon and evening hours? If so, you’re not alone! People often come to our team asking for help with this issue. In a recent blog post, we discuss how to handle late afternoon binge eating. Read here: https://bit.ly/46IuwFg

How can you help a friend or family member with an eating disorder? Although our nutritionist Elaina Efird, RDN, CD, CEDRD, CSSD hears this question often, it’s a tricky one to answer — especially when the individual is an adult. “You can’t force someone to seek help or get treatment, which puts you in a really tough position,” she explains.

Check out these 5 tips on how to support a loved one struggling with an eating disorder and learn more here: https://bit.ly/3PuevfN