At Ruby Oak Nutrition, we offer nutrition support for teens who struggle with eating disorders and disordered eating. Although treatment looks different for everyone, we most often use a Family-Based Treatment (FBT) model to help parents navigate the recovery process...
Eating Disorders
Why Nervous System Regulation Matters in Eating Disorder Recovery
Eating disorder recovery is often described as a process rooted in challenging thoughts and changing behaviors. Clients might do this by eating the meal even when the eating disorder tells you not to. Challenging the negative body image thoughts. Sitting with the...
50 Mealtime Conversation Starters for Eating Disorder Recovery
Connecting with loved ones over a meal is one of life’s simple pleasures. But when you’re in the midst of eating disorder recovery, mealtime can be stressful, and conversation can feel stilted. Throughout our lives, food serves as a medium to express joy, connect to...
How to Handle Digestive Issues During Eating Disorder Recovery
Digestive issues during eating disorder recovery aren’t a failure, they’re just an adjustment.
Eating Disorders and Exercise: How Movement Fits Into Recovery
The conversation around eating disorders and exercise is a complicated one. On one hand, eating disorders can be fueled by over-exercise, compensatory exercise, or an obsession with using exercise to control your body shape and size. On the other hand, certain types...
Navigating Eating Disorder Recovery Over the Holidays
The end of the year is often framed as joyful, cozy, and full of connection. But if you're in eating disorder recovery over the holidays or working on your relationship with food, this time of year can feel complicated, overwhelming, or exhausting. Increased social...
Free Intuitive Eating Course
Looking for a free intuitive eating course? Whether you’re new to the anti-diet approach or you’ve been trying to work towards intuitive eating for a while, our 5-Day Intuitive Eating Starter Course is a great start for anyone who’s tired of obsessing over “wellness” and constantly struggling with food and body acceptance.





