Jenni’s story begins when she was in middle school. Like so many of us, she struggled with body image and wanting to lose weight. She always had issues with the way she looked and felt the only way to accept her body was to change it. At that moment, Jenni began restricting food and exercising,…
“I am speechless about Selah House,” true words from someone who was broken and needed help. Growing up, Kammie remembers herself as being the “chunky” sister. Although she was athletic – playing soccer and tennis – she still struggled with her weight. By age 18, she had turned to laxatives and compulsive exercise to help…
By: Jessica Ward, MS, RD, CEDRD, Director of Therapeutic Services Staying active is good for our mind as well as our body, and as we celebrate Mental Health Month in May, it is a great time to remember that our physical health plays a key role in our mental health. The human body is comprised…
An eating disorder can lead to severe health consequences for all systems of the body such as electrolyte imbalance, osteoporosis, and heart issues. Malnourishment leads to vitamin and mineral deficiencies which affect the body and the brain. The lack of absorption of critical nutrients into the body prevents the brain from producing neurotransmitters, or brain…
We are constantly overloaded with information about the benefits for exercise and our body’s need for it. Despite the fixation, there is the point of “too much of a good thing,” and that’s where compulsive exercise can come into play. Often the person who is compulsively exercising is getting compliments from others on their commitment…