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02/29/2012 - 5:00pmRecovering from an eating disorder is challenging for both the individual struggling with it, and their loved ones. At times you may feel confused, frustrated, alone, or even completely helpless and...
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03/06/2012 - 5:00pmRecovering from an eating disorder requires a lot of hard work, but you don’t have to feel like you’re alone! Join Shena Washburn, RD, CD for a 15-week Eating Disorder Support Group, where we will...
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Seattle Eating Disorder Treatment-It’s Not About the Food…
Providing eating disorder treatment that leads efficiently to full recovery was the guiding principal on which Ramey Nutrition was founded. Eating disorders are frequently 'treated' in the field of nutrition counseling; however we focus on getting to a state of Recovered and on with lives that are meaningful to our patients. We do this, not by educating or meal planning, but simply by listening, and reminding our patients of the power they have to heal themselves.
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Lowering A1C's in Type 2 Diabetes
Starting October 5, 2011 Beyond Type 2!
Have you had Type 2 Diabetes for too long with no success of lowering your A1C?
Do you go to the endocrinologist and hear the same speech again and again about weight loss, exercise and eating better, and think, "thats easy for you to say!"?
Do you know what to do, but have a hard time putting it into action?
Have you been recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, and want an efficient way to get your sugars...
Taking The First Step – Seattle
Eating disorder recovery, diabetes management, and weight management can be life altering. Deciding to take action by setting up your first session can be the most difficult step in the recovery process. Fear around this first appointment, whether it be with me or any provider, means telling your story to a stranger. Just scheduling a time to do this can be anxiety provoking.
...Eating Disorders – Seattle – Common Questions
Eating disorders can be traitorous and difficult coping mechanisms to relinquish. People struggling usually are functional, however mentally slaves to the disorder. Because eating disorders, usually take excess time, energy, sleep, and physical health, they can have detrimental effects not only on the struggler, but their family as well.
As opposed to drug and alcohol rehab, eating disorder treatment is a long road with many chances to resort to it as a coping mechanism. The...
Diabetes Management – Seattle – The Most Common Question
Diabetes, I believe, can be controlled, managed, and overcome. A diagnosis of diabetes can have a huge emotional impact including denial, anger, hopelessness, and grief. You may wonder what you're going to have to sacrifice, and how your life will change from the way it is today, which leads many to believe diabetes is in control of life. These are all real concerns and with the right tools and mindset, you can control your diabetes rather than allowing it to control you.
One of the...
Weight Management – Seattle – The Most Common Question
Weight management is often an ongoing battle, however, I believe you can create a whole lifestyle around your likes and dislikes that can help you loose weight permanently.
The number one question I hear about weight management is: How long is this going to take me to loose all of this weight?
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Eating Disorders and Endorphins – Seattle
Eating disorders and endorphins are highly connected. Teaching the science to my patients has made it easier for them to recover, getting great results.
Let's talk about the science behind eating disorders and endorphins to increase understanding about why there are such dynamic fears when it comes to eating for someone with an eating disorder. Endorphins are polypeptides produced in the brain which act as natural pain relievers. They relieve pain by blocking nerve connections...