Disordered Eating

Isaiah 55:2 "...listen to me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of fare." NIV

Help STOP the spread of eating disorders

STOP praising people for weight loss
Encourage following NATURAL CUES to regulate eating, including hunger, appetite, fullness & cravings
Teach RESPECTFUL REFUSAL of foods
STOP commenting negatively on body weights, shapes or what you & others are eating
LISTEN to the underlying messages when children describe feeling different because of their size or shape or when they suddenly decide to change their eating
Suggest HEALTHY STRESS RELIEVERS for negative emotions instead of eating
Seek PROFESSIONAL HELP for those struggling with weight or eating issues
AVOID DIETING unless under professional supervision
DO NOT RECOMMEND weight loss as a method to "feel better about yourself". SELF-ACCEPTANCE & care must come first to acheive lasting health

-Jessica Setnick MS RD LDN The Eating Disorders Clinical Pocket Guide