Mindful eating is an ancient concept with profound modern applications. It is slowly finding its way into mainstream counseling, nutrition, and wellness practices. One important area is the treatment of Binge Eating Disorder (BED).
Cheryl Harris, MPH, RD recently authored an article, Treating Binge Eating Disorder Utilizing Mindful Techniques, in SCAN’s PULSE, the publication of the Sports Cardiovascular & Wellness Nutrition Dietetics Practice group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.1
In addition to providing an overview of this topic, Cheryl reminds us that, “Although ultimately the journey belongs to the client, mindfulness is not a spectator sport. The more personally familiar we are with using mindfulness and self-compassion, the better RDNs can guide, support, and advise clients.”
1 Harris, C. Treating Binge Eating Disorder Utilizing Mindful Techniques. SCAN PULSE, Summer 2014, Vol. 33, No. 3, official publication of Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutrition (SCAN), Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Chicago, IL.