Many people may have heard about diabetes due to diet culture and anti-fat bias. However, most people do not have a comprehensive understanding of diabetes and how, or...
Health at Every Size
5 Ways to Escape Diet Culture: A Complete Guide
It is probably no surprise to you when I say that our culture is obsessed with thinness, beauty, and unrealistic standards when it comes to body shapes and sizes....
5 Mental Health Resources Near Me in Central VA
In Central Virginia, individuals seeking support for their mental well-being can find support through various mental health resources. These local resources offer a...
PCOS and the Hormone Cycle
**Note: Before reading this post about Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and eating disorders, it is highly recommended that you take a moment to read our page...
4 Meal Assistance Programs in Richmond, VA
Food accessibility plays a significant role in the development and management of eating disorders. Individuals who struggle with food insecurity and limited access to...
6 Nutrition Tips for Ditching the PCOS Diet Culture
Diet culture has made it so confusing for people to know what to eat, how often to eat, when to eat, etc. Throw in a medical and/or chronic condition and we bet one may...
7 Health at Every Size Facts
4If you’re familiar with us at Courage to Nourish, you probably know that we are a HAES-aligned practice. But what exactly does that mean? Essentially, it means that...
Letting Go of Your Obsession with Weight Loss
As the new year approaches and we think about transitions, many of us consider what we want to do differently in the future. New year’s resolutions can be a fun way to...
What is a Health at Every Size Dietitian?
Let's start with defining Health at Every Size (HAES). At the core, HAES is a weight inclusive approach to health based on 5 principles: weight inclusivity, health...
Size Inclusive Clothing Brands
A few weeks ago, I was pleased to catch up with a good friend, Liz. We discussed inclusive clothing brands. When I met Liz a couple years back, I knew that she was very...