Eating habits are the routines and patterns around how, when, what, and why we eat. They can be shaped by culture, family, emotions, and personal beliefs about food and body image. Healthy eating habits nourish the body and respect its needs, while disordered habits may involve restriction, bingeing, or using food to cope with emotions. Understanding your eating habits is often the first step toward building a healthier relationship with food.
Eating and Body Image Resources
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Recovery Dharma
For: All Ages | Website | Support
Provides addiction recovery support through the practice of Buddhist teachings and meditations via both in-person and online meetings. Support is for any addictive behavior (substance use or process addictions like codependency, eating disorders, any obsessive or habitual pattern that creates suffering).
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What is the relationship between my diet and my mental health?
You may not think that nutrition plays a role in mental health, but it’s a critical factor. The food we eat doesn’t just fuel our bodies—it also influences our minds. Research from the field of nutritional psychiatry shows how diet impacts conditions like depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, making it a key piece of the mental health puzzle. Learn more about nutrition and mental health.
Do I have an eating disorder?
Identifying an eating disorder can be challenging. You can learn common signs and questions to reflect on here. Remember, you don’t need to have all the symptoms to reach out for help. If you’re unsure, you can text CONNECT to 741741 anytime to talk with someone who’s trained to listen and support you.