Relationship with Food
T/F- Do many people struggle to have a healthy relationship with food?
True
What is an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, (AN), or bulimia nervosa, (BN), are diagnosed according to specific and narrow criteria. This excludes a majority of people suffering with disordered eating.
What is Binge Eating Disorder?
Consuming larger amounts of food and feel unable to stop eating. Chronic weight loss or gain, Eating in private, Eating very quickly, Eating until uncomfortably full
A hunger signal is your body's way of letting you know you are hungry.
What is nutrition?
Everything- energy, mental health, attitudes towards foods, disordered eating, body goals, meal prep, etc.!
What are common things neurodivergent people experience?
(If you answer one of the 5, you get the points!)
Being called "picky", Need for same foods, Binge Eating, Decreased awareness of hunger signals, & Health "help" is not made for neurodivergent brains
What is disordered eating?
(Hint- Disordered eating can turn into an Eating Disorder)
Disordered eating is used to describe a range of irregular eating behaviors that may or may not warrant a diagnosis of a specific eating disorder.
What is Disordered Eating?
(Name 2 and you get the points!)
Frequent dieting, anxiety associated with specific foods or meal skipping, Chronic weight fluctuations, Rigid rituals and routines surrounding food and exercise, Feelings of guilt and shame associated with eating, Preoccupation with food, weight and body image that negatively impacts quality of life, A feeling of loss of control around food, including compulsive eating habits, & Using exercise, food restriction, fasting or purging to "make up for bad foods" consumed
What is the difference between true hunger and psychological hunger?
True: which means your body is actually in need of food.
Psychological: a desire to eat that is caused by emotions like stress, boredom, sadness, or happiness.
(Name 3 and you get the points!)
We will respect each other's input.
What is said at IGNITE stays at IGNITE.
We will NOT comment on anyone's body or nutrition goals and choices.
We will encourage each other.
We will listen to our bodies.
What are harmful beliefs you have about food?
( Give 2 answers and you get the points!)
Examples- All fast food is bad, I can't eat healthy, Carbs are always bad, In order to be healthy I have to eat exactly whats on the chart, I have to eat something even if I don't like it, and etc.
T/F- Can you have disordered eating and an eating disorder?
True
How can someone with Autism have disordered eating?
The choices of food can result in symptoms like... Many people with Autism experience a type of disordered eating known as Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Dramatic weight loss, Limited range of preferred foods that becomes narrower over time (i.e., picky eating that progressively worsens), Fears of choking or vomiting, No body image disturbance or fear of weight gain
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(Name 2 of the hunger signals on the scale, get the points!)
1. Ravenous 2. Uncomfortably hungry 3. Very Hungry 4. A little hungry 5. Normal 6. Satisfied & Light 7. Full 8. Very Full 9. Uncomfortably Full 10. Painfully Full.. I feel sick!
When you think of nutrition, what should you NOT think about?
Dieting, Weight, excessively exercising, and etc.
How do you challenge those food thoughts?
(Give me 3 answers and you get the points!)
Examples: Its okay to eat out sometimes, I am in control of what I eat, Foods are not inherently "bad", I can eat healthy without following charts, I can choose what I want to eat, and etc.
What are some common eating disorders?
(Name 2 and you will get the points!)
Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating, & Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake
Can you name the Health Impacts of having a eating disorder?
(Name 3 symptoms of any eating disorder & you get the points!)
Anorexia Nervosa: The process of starvation can affect most organ systems. Physical dangers include constipation, low heart rate and blood pressure, abdominal pain, dry skin, fine body hair and lack of menstrual periods. Anorexia also causes anemia, bone loss, kidney problems and changes in brain function.
Bulimia Nervosa: Vomiting and laxative abuse can lead to swollen glands, vitamin and mineral imbalance and wearing down of tooth enamel. There also can be long-lasting problems with digestion and the heart.
Binge Eating Disorder: This disorder brings an increased risk for a heart attack, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, kidney disease, arthritis, bone loss and stroke.
ARFID: similar to those of anorexia, and include sleeping problems, thinning hair, dry skin, muscle weakness, dizziness, feeling cold, menstrual irregularities in females, poor wound healing, slowed heart rate, anemia, and impaired immunity.
On the hunger scale, what number is a good time to eat?
3
Why is nutrition important?
Nutrition is vital to our health. Its how our bodies use nutrients to keep us healthy and alive.
(Hint- Mood& Food)
What is Anorexia Nervosa? What is Bulimia Nervosa?
(Name both get full points, name one and you get half points!)
Anorexia- one of the more common symptoms of Anorexia can include, Dramatic, unusual weight loss, A preoccupation with weight, exercise or calories, Food restriction and avoidance, Secretive eating patterns, eating alone, Sickly appearance like hair loss, sunken eyes, pale skin
Bulimia - All the previously mentioned symptoms, but may also include, Bruised or callous knuckles, sore throat, swollen glands in neck, bruising under eyes, Trips to the bathroom after eating, Binging (eating a large amount at one time) , Purging (unnaturally removing food from the body, usually by vomiting)
How would I help someone if I notice an eating disorder? And what should I not do?
( Name 4 and get full points, if you can only name 2 you get half!)
Do:
Learn about eating disorders
Find an appropriate time and place to talk to the individual in private
Communicate your concerns using “I” statements
Stress the importance of professional and specialized help
Take care of your own mental, physical, and emotional health
Validate your loved one’s feelings, struggles, and accomplishments and express your support
Don't:
Don’t be scared
Don’t engage in a power struggle
Don’t attempt to solve or “fix” their problems
Don’t comment on calorie/food intake, weight, appearance, etc.
Don’t expect recovery to be perfect
Don’t blame yourself or your loved ones
Don’t promise to keep it a secret
What makes a balanced meal?
(Hint: There are 3 things)
Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat
What is in the food pyramid??
Bread, Fruit, Milk, Meat, and Fats