No more food rules!
Our dietitians understand that food is about more than just fueling your body. Some foods we eat because they give us nutrients that help our body to thrive, other foods we eat because we enjoy eating them.
We don’t label food as ‘good’ or ‘bad’, because all foods can fit into a healthy eating pattern. No foods are off limits, and you don’t need to restrict how much you eat.
You might feel out of touch with your body’s natural eating signals, but you can learn how to tune into them again and eat in a way that makes you feel good.
When you’re used to following the familiar rules of ‘healthy eating’ that we’ve all been taught, or relying on a diet or meal plan, it can seem a bit scary to think about not having any rules at all. Our dietitians are here to guide you through the recovery process in a safe and structured way, enabling you to reconnect with your body to eat more intuitively.
FAQs
What do I eat to give my body what it needs?
Your dietitian will help you learn to nourish your body while also enjoying your eating. They’ll share with you information about the different food groups and how each group supports your body to be well. Your dietitian will discuss your individual nutrition needs and help you to come up with ideas for nourishing meals and snacks.
Won’t I just eat junk food and make myself sick?
When you first experience the freedom of allowing yourself to eat without food rules, you might find yourself eating more of certain foods than you normally would. This is totally normal! Over time, the novelty wears off. You’ll still enjoy those foods, but you won’t need to over-consume, because you trust that you can eat some again when you next want to.
What if I don’t trust my body?
It can take some time to reconnect with your body to work out what, when and how much to eat. Your dietitian will support you to practice listening and responding to your body in a way that makes you feel good.
How will I know if it’s working?
If you’re used to measuring success by whether or not you’ve lost weight (or kept weight off), you might be wondering how it works if weight isn’t the focus. Your body is the best guide: if you’re feeling more energised, less uncomfortable after eating, enjoying your eating more etc. these are good signs that you’re making healthy changes. Your doctor might measure things like your blood pressure or blood sugar and track improvements over time.
Will I lose weight?
It’s normal for your weight to fluctuate when you start eating more intuitively. Eventually, your weight will settle at a point that you can comfortably maintain without dieting.