Category: Eating Disorders
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Eating Disorder Dietitian in Orange County
Are you in search of an eating disorder dietitian in Orange County, California? Finding the right support during eating disorder recovery is important. At Yébo Nutrition, we believe that nutrition counseling should be compassionate, individualized, and empowering. Located in Orange County, our practice provides one-on-one nutrition counseling for adults, teens, and children of all ages.…
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ARFID in Adults: You’re Not “Just a Picky Eater”
If you’ve spent years hearing comments like “Just take one bite,” “You’ll grow out of it,” or “You’re too old to be this picky,” you’re not alone. Many adults with the eating disorder Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) carry years or even decades of shame surrounding food. They may avoid social gatherings, worry about business dinners, feel embarrassed eating around others,…
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Summer Body Image: Dietitian’s Survival Guide
As warmer weather approaches, a familiar cultural script tends to get louder: “Get your summer body ready.” It shows up in ads, social media, and casual conversations just to name a few. The message is persistent…your body is only acceptable in summer if it looks a certain way. Let’s be clear: that message is not rooted in…
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Healthy Eating or Orthorexia?
In today’s wellness-focused world, disordered eating can hide behind “clean” or “healthy” eating. We are encouraged to choose whole foods, limit processed items, and be mindful of what we eat. While these are great habits that can support your overall wellbeing, there is an important distinction between nourishing the body and becoming overly rigid or…
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Eating Disorder Journal Prompts
Eating disorder journal prompts can be a powerful tool for reflection, healing, and deeper understanding. Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself or supporting someone through it, thoughtful prompts create space to slow down, notice patterns, and put words to experiences that can feel confusing or overwhelming. Writing, journaling, or talking through prompts can help uncover beliefs…
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What to Expect When Working with a Weight-Neutral Dietitian
Most people come to a dietitian expecting strict meal plans, calorie targets, and a focus on weight. So when you start working with a weight-neutral dietitian, the experience can feel very different—in a good way. This approach centers your health, relationship with food, and overall well-being without making weight the goal. If you’re curious about what…
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The Anti-Diet Guide to Intuitive Eating during the Holiday Season
Normalize that Holiday Eating Might Look Different The holidays often bring schedule changes, travel, cultural foods, and social meals. This can shift in routine can alter hunger and fullness cues. You’re not “off track.” Flexible eating is a normal, healthy response to changing environments. Here’s a dietitian-approved anti-diet guide to intuitive eating during the holiday…