In order to understand the role of policy in promoting positive body image, a broad perspective must be kept as one’s struggle is multi-factorial and not identical to another. We must look past the physical “body” to the deeper struggles – struggles that ignite 10 foot flames to an already burning fire. Although the influence of media cannot be ignored, we can as providers support individuals to a place of empowerment over the messages and images that are before them. Instead of expending efforts to alter advertising companies’ course of action, we can discuss the underlying messages and beliefs being portrayed -- and explore how these align with what is actually true. Policy efforts focused on communicating this message will exert twofold influence: supporting individuals through the healing process and removing attention from the media “culprits” that secondarily influence one’s view of body.
-Rachel Myhre, MS, RD, CD
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Night Baker finds strength, healing in blog readers By Candice Madsen March 11th, 2013
The Night Baker Video
OREM — For a Utah woman battling anorexia, sharing her story with the world ultimately helped save her life.
It's been five months since KSL met Camilla Kuhns — known in the blogosphere as the Night Baker. Camilla bakes and blogs in hopes of raising enough money to overcome her anorexia for good.
Camilla checked into the Center for Change in Orem, not knowing how long she'd be able to afford to stay. Treatment costs $900 a day.
But Camilla said the generosity of family, friends and strangers who follow her blog kept the money and support coming, giving her the funds and the strength to fight for her life.
I'm so much more fun and I enjoy things more. I am excited about my life and that is so much better than being skinny.
–Camilla Kuhns, Night Baker
Five months ago, doctors told Camilla she could have a heart attack at
any moment. Her eating disorder has controlled her life for 18 long
years.
"This has been a crutch for me for so long," she said. "I just feel like I'm losing my crutch."
Camilla entered treatment terrified to let go of the habits that were killing her. But now, five months later, she has a new take on life.
"I feel so much better," she said. "I'm so much more fun and I enjoy things more. I am excited about my life and that is so much better than being skinny."
Her family is grateful to have this Camilla back.
"I have my daughter back," said David Kuhns, Camilla's father. "She is fun. She's energetic. She's all the things that I knew she was."
Camilla said treatment wasn't easy. She wanted to quit many times, but she knew people all over the world were praying for her.
My dream as a child was to grow up and not be an anorexic woman. I'm getting back to that person who has other dreams, better dreams, and it is just a really good feeling.
–Camilla
"They really saved my life by following the blog and reminding me that I
had an audience and that it wasn't just about me," she said.
Camilla didn't realize the full impact she'd had on others until she met
a woman who went into treatment because of Camilla's story.
"It's so humbling because this woman is so incredible and she has a family and she is so successful," she said. "I though that if this is the only person who saw my story and got anything out of it then it was so worth any ridicule I've gotten from sharing my blog."
Camilla hasn't completely conquered her eating disorder.
"It's still there and it yells at me sometimes, but I feel like my voice is louder now," she said.
For the first time in almost twenty years, Camilla said she finally feels in control of her future.
"My dream as a child was to grow up and not be an anorexic woman," she said. "I'm getting back to that person who has other dreams, better dreams, and it is just a really good feeling."
Camilla will receive a few more weeks of outpatient treatment at a center in Arizona as she makes the transition back into the real world.
Saturday, September 29, 2012
18 Surprising Dairy-Free Sources of Calcium: by Laura Schwecherl
18 Surprising Dairy-Free Sources of Calcium
Fun fact: Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body, and is found naturally in a wide variety of foods and beverages and added to many others! (Hellooo orange juice.) But whether lactose-intolerant or sick of wine and cheese parties, there’s no need to rely only on dairy products for that daily dose of calcium. Here’s why we should get enough calcium — and all the unexpected ways to get enough of it.
Beyond the Dairy Aisle — The Need-to-Know
It’s no secret that calcium is vital for strong bones and teeth, but boy does it go beyond just that. This mineral also helps the body maintain healthy blood vessels, regulate blood pressure, and even prevent insulin resistance (which could lead to Type 2 diabetes)[1]. Adults should consume about1,000 mg of calcium per day (which you can easily in 24 hours from one glass of skim milk, one thick slice of cheddar cheese, and one cup of plain yogurt), yet most Americans still fail to meet the mark. According to one survey, only 16 percent of females ages 20 to 29 females get enough calcium!!![2].
The main calcium contenders are milk, yogurt, and cheese, but dairy shouldn't be the only dietary pit stop to fill up on this nutrient. Leafy greens, seafood, legumes, and fruit also contain calcium and many foods and drinks are fortified with the mineral. Just remember to try and pair non-dairy sources of calcium with vitamin D: The body needs vitamin D to help absorb calcium!
Craving Calcium? — Your Action Plan
Here’s a list of foods and beverages filled with calcium (no cows required!), along with recipes to help make them an everyday occurrence in a variety of meals.
Natural Calcium
Most Americans aren’t get enough nutrients through natural foods alone, and rely on enriched foods and supplements too[3]. So sail down the grocery aisle and stock up on these items, au natural!
1. Sardines: 321 mg (32% DV) in about 7 sardines fillets
There’s nothing fishy about sardines — they are one of the healthiest fish to munch on! Along with calcium, they also provide a hefty dose of omega 3’s and vitamin D. Try adding them to a Greek salad or eat em straight out of the can.
There’s nothing fishy about sardines — they are one of the healthiest fish to munch on! Along with calcium, they also provide a hefty dose of omega 3’s and vitamin D. Try adding them to a Greek salad or eat em straight out of the can.
2. Canned Salmon: 232 mg (23% DV) in ½ can with bones (which provides the calcium!)
To avoid putting a dent in the wallet, canned salmon is a great way to go. Here’s the catch: It’s the bones in canned salmon that hold all the calcium, so they need to be mashed up right along with the salmon meat for all the benefits! But don’t get turned off just yet — the canning process softens the bones so they easily break apart and are unnoticeable when mixed in with the rest of the can’s contents. For a boost of calcium and omega 3’s, try these salmon cakes.
To avoid putting a dent in the wallet, canned salmon is a great way to go. Here’s the catch: It’s the bones in canned salmon that hold all the calcium, so they need to be mashed up right along with the salmon meat for all the benefits! But don’t get turned off just yet — the canning process softens the bones so they easily break apart and are unnoticeable when mixed in with the rest of the can’s contents. For a boost of calcium and omega 3’s, try these salmon cakes.
3. Kale: 188 mg (19% DV) in 2 cups raw (chopped)
This superfood is filled with calcium and antioxidants, and is perfect to use as the base of any salad when shredded into thin strips. A kale salad with apricots and avocado is a perfect summer dish.
This superfood is filled with calcium and antioxidants, and is perfect to use as the base of any salad when shredded into thin strips. A kale salad with apricots and avocado is a perfect summer dish.
4. Black-eyed Peas: 185 mg (18% DV) in 1/2 cup canned
I gotta feeling this is not just a band. These beans are filled with calcium, potassium, folate, and more! Skip the fat-filled mayo and whip up this black-eyed pea spread to pump up any sandwich or appetizer.
I gotta feeling this is not just a band. These beans are filled with calcium, potassium, folate, and more! Skip the fat-filled mayo and whip up this black-eyed pea spread to pump up any sandwich or appetizer.
5. Blackstrap Molasses: 172 mg (17% DV) in 1 tablespoon
When the sweet tooth strikes, it’s best to go the natural route. Blackstrap molasses is darker in color and richer in flavor than regular molasses, and is filled with calcium, iron, and other vitamins. Plus, it’s a great sweet and flavorful addition to many dishes. Drizzle some on pancakes, or use it to make brown sugar.
When the sweet tooth strikes, it’s best to go the natural route. Blackstrap molasses is darker in color and richer in flavor than regular molasses, and is filled with calcium, iron, and other vitamins. Plus, it’s a great sweet and flavorful addition to many dishes. Drizzle some on pancakes, or use it to make brown sugar.
6. White Beans: 191 mg (19% DV) in 1 cup canned
Creamy and light, these legumes are a great source of calcium and iron[4]. Add them to a pasta dish with veggies, or skip the chickpeas and make your own hummus with white beans.
Creamy and light, these legumes are a great source of calcium and iron[4]. Add them to a pasta dish with veggies, or skip the chickpeas and make your own hummus with white beans.
7. Seaweed: 126 mg (13% DV) in about 1 cup raw
Fish aren’t the only, well, fish in the sea. Seaweed is full of calcium, fiber, and iodine, which helps with proper thyroid function[5][6]. Bring a bowl of risotto up a notch with this seaweed recipe. Feel like keeping it classic? Try your hand at a classic miso soup.
Fish aren’t the only, well, fish in the sea. Seaweed is full of calcium, fiber, and iodine, which helps with proper thyroid function[5][6]. Bring a bowl of risotto up a notch with this seaweed recipe. Feel like keeping it classic? Try your hand at a classic miso soup.
8. Dried Figs: 107 mg (10% DV) in 8 whole dried figs
For a sweet treat, this dried fruit packs an antioxidant, fiber, and calcium punch[7]. Eat em as a mid-day snack, or turn these delicious dried fruits into a creamy jam.
For a sweet treat, this dried fruit packs an antioxidant, fiber, and calcium punch[7]. Eat em as a mid-day snack, or turn these delicious dried fruits into a creamy jam.
9. Turnip Greens: 197 mg (20% DV) in 1 cup cooked (chopped)
This leafy green comes from turnip bulbs, and is filled with calcium, antioxidants, and folate, which could help improve mood. Sautee them as a side dish, or spice things up and make a turnip tart!
This leafy green comes from turnip bulbs, and is filled with calcium, antioxidants, and folate, which could help improve mood. Sautee them as a side dish, or spice things up and make a turnip tart!
10. Sesame Seeds: 88 mg (9% DV) in 1 tablespoon
These unassuming seeds are more than just a hamburger bun decoration. Sesame seeds can help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and may even fight against certain cancers. Use their nutty crunch in a salad, or add to this sautéed spinach dish.
These unassuming seeds are more than just a hamburger bun decoration. Sesame seeds can help lower blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and may even fight against certain cancers. Use their nutty crunch in a salad, or add to this sautéed spinach dish.
11. Bok Choy: 74 mg (7% DV) in 1 cup
This versatile Chinese cabbage provides a hefty dose of vitamins A and C, along with calcium and fiber. Stir-fry bok choy with garlic and olive oil for a perfect side dish.
This versatile Chinese cabbage provides a hefty dose of vitamins A and C, along with calcium and fiber. Stir-fry bok choy with garlic and olive oil for a perfect side dish.
12. Almonds: 72 mg (7% DV) in ¼ cup dry roasted (about 20 nuts)
You’re nuts if you don’t grab a handful of almonds every now and then! They’re the most nutritionally dense nut, packing a crazy amounts of nutrients per calorie and ounce. Aside from calcium, they also contain potassium, vitamin E, and iron. Sprinkle on a salad or make your own almond butter. Just watch out for portion size!
You’re nuts if you don’t grab a handful of almonds every now and then! They’re the most nutritionally dense nut, packing a crazy amounts of nutrients per calorie and ounce. Aside from calcium, they also contain potassium, vitamin E, and iron. Sprinkle on a salad or make your own almond butter. Just watch out for portion size!
13. Oranges: 65 mg (6% DV) in 1 medium fruit
Orange-you glad we included oranges?! Full of vitamin C and calcium, enjoy this fruit as a mid-morning snack, or use its citrus flavor to brighten up any dish, like these honey-orange carrots.
Orange-you glad we included oranges?! Full of vitamin C and calcium, enjoy this fruit as a mid-morning snack, or use its citrus flavor to brighten up any dish, like these honey-orange carrots.
Fortified with Calcium
Fortifying foods with calcium has become a popular way to help people consume a balanced diet, but some studies do suggest eating foods with naturally occurring nutrients is the better route to take[8][9][10]. So just make sure you’re not only reaching for the fortified kinds!
14. Firm Tofu: 861 mg (86% DV) in ½ cup
We know what you’re thinking: What exactly is tofu? This meaty textured vegetarian alternative is actually made of dried soybeans that have been grounded up and boiled. It’s a great way to add lots of protein, little fat, and (of course) calcium to any meal! What’s on the dinner table tonight? Try thiscaramelized tofu.
We know what you’re thinking: What exactly is tofu? This meaty textured vegetarian alternative is actually made of dried soybeans that have been grounded up and boiled. It’s a great way to add lots of protein, little fat, and (of course) calcium to any meal! What’s on the dinner table tonight? Try thiscaramelized tofu.
15. Orange Juice: 500 mg (50% DV) in 1 cup
In moderation, fruit juice is a perfect pairing for morning pancakes or eggs! Enjoy a tall glass for calcium and vitamin C, or pour over a salmon fillet.
In moderation, fruit juice is a perfect pairing for morning pancakes or eggs! Enjoy a tall glass for calcium and vitamin C, or pour over a salmon fillet.
16. Soymilk: 300 mg (30% DV) in 1 cup
Cows milk not your cup of tea? Soymilk isn’t actually milk, so is a great option for people who are lactose intolerant. It also contains more protein than regular milk. Pour in a morning bowl of cereal or add to coffee with some cinnamon.
Cows milk not your cup of tea? Soymilk isn’t actually milk, so is a great option for people who are lactose intolerant. It also contains more protein than regular milk. Pour in a morning bowl of cereal or add to coffee with some cinnamon.
17. Instant Oatmeal: 187 mg (19% DV) in 1 cup
Many cereals and grains are now fortified, including our favorite morning breakfast. And while the instant kind doesn’t boast the same benefits as old-fashioned rolled oats, they’re a quick breakfast option that’s full of fiber and calcium. Just choose the kinds without added sugar!
Many cereals and grains are now fortified, including our favorite morning breakfast. And while the instant kind doesn’t boast the same benefits as old-fashioned rolled oats, they’re a quick breakfast option that’s full of fiber and calcium. Just choose the kinds without added sugar!
18. Cheerios: 114 mg (14% DV) in 1 cup
They’re touted for helping lower cholesterol, but Cheerios also pack a significant amount of calcium into our cereal bowl. Enjoy with skim or soy milk and sliced strawberries, or in home-made trail mixfor extra crunch.
They’re touted for helping lower cholesterol, but Cheerios also pack a significant amount of calcium into our cereal bowl. Enjoy with skim or soy milk and sliced strawberries, or in home-made trail mixfor extra crunch.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 3
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 3
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 3
Eye opening reality of what Bulimia is truly like, when it takes someone's life.
Eating disorders are a very harsh reality of our culture and here at Ramey Nutrition, it is important that we are doing everything we can to bring awareness to this life threat, prevent all development of eating disorders that we are able to access, support those in treatment, and love them into recovery, supporting their recover(ed).
http://youtu.be/OybG3m92Rt8
Eye opening reality of what Bulimia is truly like, when it takes someone's life.
Eating disorders are a very harsh reality of our culture and here at Ramey Nutrition, it is important that we are doing everything we can to bring awareness to this life threat, prevent all development of eating disorders that we are able to access, support those in treatment, and love them into recovery, supporting their recover(ed).
http://youtu.be/OybG3m92Rt8
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 2
Eye opening reality of what Bulimia is truly like, when it takes someone's life.
Eating disorders are a very harsh reality of our culture and here at Ramey Nutrition, it is important that we are doing everything we can to bring awareness to this life threat, prevent all development of eating disorders that we are able to access, support those in treatment, and love them into recovery, supporting their recover(ed).
http://youtu.be/OybG3m92Rt8
Monday, August 27, 2012
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 1
Realities of Bulimia: Between Life and Death Part 1
Eye opening reality of what Bulimia is truly like, when it takes someone's life.
Eating disorders are a very harsh reality of our culture and here at Ramey Nutrition, it is important that we are doing everything we can to bring awareness to this life threat, prevent all development of eating disorders that we are able to access, support those in treatment, and love them into recovery, supporting their recover(ed).
http://youtu.be/OybG3m92Rt8
Eye opening reality of what Bulimia is truly like, when it takes someone's life.
Eating disorders are a very harsh reality of our culture and here at Ramey Nutrition, it is important that we are doing everything we can to bring awareness to this life threat, prevent all development of eating disorders that we are able to access, support those in treatment, and love them into recovery, supporting their recover(ed).
http://youtu.be/OybG3m92Rt8
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Destination Recover(ed)
Through Ramey Nutrition's rebellious history of treating eating disorders, I've seen it all, or so I thought. Lately, though, I can honestly say I am bowled over with emotional pride for our Recovering patients, that it literally brings tears to my eyes. The patient below has a 20 year history of Anorexia, has been to multiple treatment facilities and has now been more consistent with her recovery than she ever has been. She came up with the following activity that we have decided to call Destination Recover(ed).
She will be posting daily what she doesn't miss about her eating disorder now that she is Recover(ing), and what she is not going to miss when she is Recover(ed). Stay tuned! Super inspiring
OK, since I'm not Recover(ed) I decided to remind myself of
two things; What I don't miss about my eating disorder and what I'm not going
to miss once I am Recover(ed). I AM however, Recover(ing). Today,
August 16,
2012:
What I DON'T MISS
about my eating disorder: I don't
miss having someone follow me to the bathroom. I don't miss not being allowed
to flush the toilet after using it.
What I'm NOT GOING
TO MISS about my eating disorder:
Ensure/Plus, Boost/Plus and my feeding
tube.
Monday, August 13, 2012
Patient Interview: Recovered from Anorexia and What it Means
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
How do I feed my Kid?!
Kids are facing increasing pressure to assume responsibility for their health at a very young age. Many well-meaning education programs teach kids that there are good and bad foods and that large bodies mean unhealthy bodies. These principles reinforce a cultural message of restriction, self-deprecation and inadequacy. These messages rob our kids of confidence and become breeding grounds for anxiety, depression and eating disorders.
I have a lot of compassion for parents confronted with worry about their child's size, shape, health and eating habits. And no matter the issue (too small, too big, doesn't eat enough, eats too much, etc.), the most reliable resource I have found is Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility of Feeding:
1. Parents decide what, when and where food is offered
2. Kids decide how much to eat, if at all
Sounds crazy, right? It kind of is. At the very least, it is counter-cultural and requires commitment. It also demands that we set aside or challenge some of our beliefs about size, shape, health and beauty. If you want to learn more about this method, I recommend Your Child's Weight: Helping Without Harming by Ellyn Satter, MS, RD, LCSW, BCD.
And, of course, the dietitians at Ramey Nutrition are ready and eager to support your efforts!
I have a lot of compassion for parents confronted with worry about their child's size, shape, health and eating habits. And no matter the issue (too small, too big, doesn't eat enough, eats too much, etc.), the most reliable resource I have found is Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility of Feeding:
1. Parents decide what, when and where food is offered
2. Kids decide how much to eat, if at all
Sounds crazy, right? It kind of is. At the very least, it is counter-cultural and requires commitment. It also demands that we set aside or challenge some of our beliefs about size, shape, health and beauty. If you want to learn more about this method, I recommend Your Child's Weight: Helping Without Harming by Ellyn Satter, MS, RD, LCSW, BCD.
And, of course, the dietitians at Ramey Nutrition are ready and eager to support your efforts!
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