With the publication of the DSM-V came several changes in the eating disorder diagnostic criteria–one was the addition of a new diagnosis-more commonly referred to as ARFID. Individuals with ARFID have some type of problem with eating. As a result of the eating problem, inadequate calories and subsequent weight loss occurs. Below is the diagnostic criteria for […]

As parents and adults we constantly question how we should tackle those foods that we feel ourselves and others should not eat–do we include them in small portions? stay away from them altogether? this past month the new york times examined a few of the more recent studies on how we react when exposed to […]

all kids tend to go through a phase of picky eating at some point during their childhood. even though there is usually no long term consequence it can be very frustrating for parents and siblings. below are a few helpful hints to manage those eaters who will eat next to nothing…not to mention the same […]

since 1933 when the nutrition facts food label was introduced so much has changed in the american diet and our views on nutrition. the fda is now proposing an updated food label–same rectangle with more information–below are some key changes that are proposed…. number of calories per serving will be larger a bolder added sugars […]

We go to the supermarket more days during the week then we care to admit (as much i try to go twice..im lucky if i only go four!). Once we bring our groceries home, many of us have no idea where to store the food. Below is a quick guide for storing some of our […]

Happy 2014! Why not start the new year off with writing about a vegetable that we all know and love–the white broccoli as we call it in our home. First a few fun facts. It is an excellent source of Vitamins C and K as well as folate. Like broccoli and cabbage, it is a […]

Last week ground breaking legislation was passed in Virgina. Governor Bob McDonnell signed a new law requiring school districts to provide information on anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorders, to parents with children in grades 5 through 12. Hopefully Virgina will start a trend that other states will follow as the first step in treatment […]

I was recently forwarded a blog post from the New York Times about how fewer days of exercise may be better than more–contrary to what we hear and read on a constant basis. I was not surprised by the headline, but more surprised that the headline was written. I have provided the link below-I think […]