Welcome to the first episode of Understanding Disordered Eating. Today, we’re sitting down with certified eating disorder registered dietitian and supervisor, Dina Cohen. She is a nutrition therapist who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, chronic dieting, women’s health, and pediatric nutrition. She is also the founder of Eat Well Soon, a nutrition counseling practice in Lakewood, New Jersey where she’s dedicated to helping individuals and families develop lifelong healthy habits and a positive relationship with food.
In this episode, Dina helps us understand the definition of eating disorders, the importance of prevention, and why we should be careful in trying to achieve an "ideal body image." Let’s dive in!
[00:01 - 7:01] Opening Segment
[7:02 - 11:38] The Importance of Preventing Eating Disorder
[28:06 - 33:59] Achieving the Ideal Body Image
Tweetable Quotes:
“Just because it’s normal doesn’t mean that it’s ok. But it [eating disorders] is getting normalized because it’s so common.” - Dina Cohen
“We want to see the weight as a consequence of a healthy lifestyle.” - Dina Cohen
Check Dina's website at www.eatwellsoonrd.com. You can also send her questions through this email [email protected].
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