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Blogs on the topic of eating disorders, mental health nutrition and debunking common myths, written by the team at Mental Health Dietitians
Low-Fat vs Full-Fat: Which Is Better for Your Health?
When you pop into the supermarket, you’re often faced with choices. Do you go for the low-fat yogurt, or stick with the full-fat version? Choice can be overwhelming, especially in a society that shames you for your food choices. Are low-fat options truly the healthier choice, or is there more to the story? This blog explores the truth behind low
Can psychobiotic supplements be used to treat mental health conditions?
The relationship between our gut and brain is gaining attention, particularly in how it affects mental health. One area that’s becoming increasingly popular in research and wellness circles is the use of psychobiotic supplements. Psychobiotic supplements offer an exciting glimpse into the future of mental health treatments. But what exactly are psychobiotics? How do they work, and can they really
Understanding the different ARFID subtypes
The ARFID subtypes ARFID is one of the most recently defined eating disorders. There is a lack of research into the condition and we are understanding more about it each year. Recent research has started to identify different ARFID subtypes, and consider which treatments are most effective for the different groups. This new research is incredibly helpful for our
The Role of Nutrition in Managing ADHD Symptoms
Navigating the wealth of information online about ADHD nutrition can be overwhelming, especially when so much of it is misinformation. In fact, a dietitian colleague recently mentioned that just 2% of the nutrition information online is evidence-based! Yikes! This blog aims to help you cut through the noise and understand the role of nutrition in managing ADHD symptoms effectively.
Eating Disorders Explained Simply
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect increasingly more people. Yet they remain widely misunderstood by the public. During my training to be a dietitian, in a lecture on Eating Disorders, one of my peers asked “I don’t get it, why don’t they just eat?” In this blog, we will try and answer this. Explaining eating disorders
Eating Disorders in the LGBTQ+ Community
June is Pride Month, an important time to celebrate the diversity and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. However, it is also a crucial period to address pressing issues that disproportionately affect LGBTQ+ individuals, such as eating disorders. Despite the lasting misconception that eating disorders only impact young, white, middle-class women, they occur across all groups in society, with significantly higher