Category: Eating Disorders

The Truth About Eating Disorders and How to Overcome Them

April 2, 2024 Avalon Malibu Staff Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are psychological disorders that can affect your mind and body in various ways. At Avalon Malibu, we know there are many myths and stigmas surrounding the topic of eating disorders. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of how dangerous… Read More ›

Eating Disorder Relapse Prevention

March 24, 2023 Avalon Malibu Staff Eating Disorders

Recovering from an eating disorder can be complicated and is different for everyone. It’s essential to recognize that everyone has their own experiences and everyone is on a unique journey. One critical part of this journey is preventing a relapse… Read More ›

Stigma Associated With Eating Disorders

November 25, 2021 Avalon Malibu Staff Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that impact all ages of the population worldwide. One of the several things that make recovering from an eating disorder so tricky is the stigma, shame, and stereotypes connected to them. This can often… Read More ›

Don’t Let an Eating Disorder Relapse Derail Your Recovery

November 16, 2021 Avalon Malibu Staff Eating Disorders

Part of your recovery journey from an eating disorder may include relapsing — maybe once, twice, or possibly more. No matter how many times you relapse, you can still recover. Although relapse can be discouraging, it is essential to view… Read More ›

The Difference Between Binge Eating and Overeating

May 18, 2018 Avalon Malibu Healthy Living Eating Disorders Food and Nutrition

Many of us have experienced that extra scoop of ice cream or eating some more chips at the end of a long day. We may not do this every day, but occasional cravings for it happen. This happens to a… Read More ›

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Binge Eating Disorder

April 10, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Eating Disorders Guilt Food and Nutrition

Binge eating is the most common eating disorder in the United States and is associated with eating large amounts of food at a time and then experiencing feelings of shame, guilt, or distress afterwards. Healthline notes that binge eating disorder… Read More ›

3 Struggles Most People With an Eating Disorder Face

April 2, 2018 Avalon Malibu Food and Nutrition Therapy Mental Health Eating Disorders

If you have an eating disorder, you’re not alone. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, at least 30 million people have an eating disorder in the United States. Eating disorders impact the way a person… Read More ›

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Eating Disorders

March 30, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Recovery Eating Disorders Food and Nutrition

According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, approximately 8 million people in the United States have an eating disorder. Eating disorders are a serious mental illness that often accompany stress, depression, substance abuse, and more. Individuals… Read More ›

Is Fast Food Contributing to Mental Illness?

February 23, 2018 Avalon Malibu Food and Nutrition Mental Health Eating Disorders QA

With McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Taco Bell, KFC and more, fast food is becoming easier to obtain than ever before. Dollar menus capture our attention by pleasing to the more frugal aspect of ourselves, and tasty sandwiches and French fries lend themselves… Read More ›

This American Population is not Seeking Help

February 14, 2018 Avalon Malibu Mental Health Eating Disorders Treatment

Seeking treatment can be challenging, whether you have an addiction or a mental illness. Identifying the right time to seek treatment, along with recognizing the symptoms and overcoming the fear of stigma within healthcare can all be enough to stop… Read More ›