Find a Nutritionist Specializing in Bulimia
Find a Nutritionist Specializing in Bulimia
Nourish is the easiest way to find a personalized program for patients with bulimia and get it covered by your insurance.
Find a Nutritionist Specializing in Bulimia
Nourish is the easiest way to find a personalized program for patients with bulimia and get it covered by your insurance.
We accept hundreds of insurance plans in all 50 states
Hi, there! I am registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist. I have extensive experience working in the field of endocrinology and have special interests in type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). While diabetes and insulin resistance are my "bread and butter," I work with a variety of other conditions as well. Whether you are trying to figure out what foods to eat to preserve your kidney function, trying to reverse the progression of fatty liver, trying to improve your cholesterol values, or simply trying to learn more about nutrition and improve your relationship with food, I am here to help!
Jessica has been a Registered Dietitian for over 16 years. She has a Doctorate in Clinical Nutrition, but is not only about the research, she enjoys exploring current nutrition trends, and how to find a balance. She enjoys traveling and trying local foods wherever she goes.
Ana has over 8 years of experience as a registered dietitian, primarily focused on eating disorders and glucose management. She has worked in all levels of care for those with eating disorders and has a certification in iMove to help those that struggle with compulsive exercise.
Hi there! I'm Kelly, a registered dietitian with over ten years experience promoting wellness and treating chronic conditions, especially diabetes and prediabetes. When I'm not helping people fuel their bodies right, you'll catch me knee deep in homesteading adventures - getting dirty in the garden, tending to my animal crew, and finding novel ways to live off the land.
Kim is a dedicated Registered Dietitian with a Masters Degree in Human Nutrition and a strong desire to help others achieve their health and nutrition goals. She has experience using medical nutrition therapy to treat a range of health concerns for people of all ages. Her career began in the adult hospital setting where she helped patients with a variety of conditions (cancer, diabetes, GI disorders, heart disease, kidney disease, etc). She then took her skills to a pediatric hospital where she worked with the tiniest of patients with some of the most precarious nutrition concerns. She is an expert in pediatric nutrition and passionate about maternal, infant, child and adolescent health.
Teresa's initial background was in education, and has since become a Registered Dietitian with a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition. She has spent the last 3+ years working with people with eating disorders at higher levels of care including Residential, PHP, and IOP. Teresa is a HAES-informed dietitian with a strong anti-diet, weight inclusive, body neutral philosophy. Teresa provides evidence-based nutrition science to help educate and empower patients to meet their goals.
Amy is a dietitian with a multitude of experiences, skills, and specialities. She has expertise working with individuals with eating disorders as well as a breadth of knowledge regarding vegan/vegetarian diets, diabetes, heart health, and gastrointestinal conditions. Amy has worked with adolescents and adults.
Rachael Martin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with 30 years experience assisting patients with a variety of nutritional concerns. Her primary specialty is with Eating Disorders, Body Image, and Weight Management/Obesity. Rachael is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist through IAEDP. Other areas of practice are Vegetarianism/Plant Based Eating, Diabetes, Mental Health Nutrition, and Gut Health
Alma is a bilingual Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with over 14 years of professional experience. She has counseled hundreds of patients and clients in the fields of maternal and infant health, lactation, and diabetes management. Alma has also taught many nutrition and healthy lifestyle courses in both languages English and Spanish. Her passion is to empower women and families so they can feel confident, trust their journey and enjoy the life changing benefits of better health through nutrition and lifestyle.
Morgan is a Registered Dietitian with more than seven years of experience working in the clinical, outpatient, and public health settings. She is passionate about fostering optimal health and wellness through evidence-based nutrition guidance. Morgan has honed a unique skill set that revolves around patient-centric care, attentive listening, and impactful nutrition education.
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The payoff you’ll see for adjusting your lifestyle with nutrition counseling will be tremendous for your health. You’re less likely to suffer from a heart condition, kidney failure, and other serious conditions with the proper discipline and determination that we help provide.
Personalized nutrition planning
We offer virtual one-on-one sessions with dietitians to discuss preventative actions that can be taken to address your health concerns. We educate, assess lifestyle changes, help plan your nutrition, and support our clients toward long-lasting success using personalized nutrition counseling.
Convenient, virtual appointments
Receive the highest quality care wherever you are most comfortable. You get access to your dietitian virtually anytime, anywhere. No more driving to appointments. No more waiting around.
Avoiding future complications
The payoff you’ll see for adjusting your lifestyle with nutrition counseling will be tremendous for your health. You’re less likely to suffer from a heart condition, kidney failure, and other serious conditions with the proper discipline and determination that we help provide.
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What is Bulimia?
Bulimia nervosa (also known as just bulimia) is a serious eating disorder characterized by a cycle of binging and behaviors such as self-induced vomiting to compensate for the effects of binge eating.Bulimia affects 1-2% of adolescent and young adult women and 80% of patients are female.
People with bulimia usually appear to be of average body weight and recognize that their behaviors are unusual. Bulimia is frequently associated with symptoms of depression and changes in social adjustment, and people with bulimia may attach self-esteem to body image and feel out of control during binge-eating episodes.Bulimia is a serious condition that can have severe complications if left untreated. With treatment, however, you can take back control of your body image and eating habits and manage the risks of living with bulimia.
What’s the Difference Between Anorexia and Bulimia?
The principal difference between anorexia and bulimia is that while a person with anorexia takes extreme measures to lose weight or avoid gaining weight, a person with bulimia employs strategies to consistently purge food from their body after an episode of binge eating by taking laxatives or making themselves throw up. People with anorexia and people with bulimia both tend to fixate on their body weight and shape and have trouble accurately assessing their body image.
Bulimia Signs and Symptoms
Some of the warning signs of bulimia include:
- Evidence of binge eating: Disappearance of large amounts of food in short periods of time, finding wrappers and containers.
- Evidence of purging behaviors: Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals, signs and/or smells of vomiting, presence of laxatives or diuretics packages.
- Excessive, rigid exercise regimen despite weather, fatigue, illness, or injury; compulsive need to “burn off” calories
- Unusual swelling of the cheeks or jaw area.
- Calluses on the back of the hands and knuckles from self-induced vomiting.
- Discoloration or staining of the teeth.
- Creation of lifestyle schedules to make time for binge-and-purge sessions.
- Withdrawal from usual friends and activities.
- Behaviors and attitudes indicating that weight loss, dieting, and control of food are becoming primary concerns.
Click here to read more about other symptoms of bulimia.
Causes of Bulimia
The exact cause of bulimia is not fully understood, but a number of factors may contribute to its development.
One possible cause of bulimia is a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors. Research suggests that people with certain genes may be more prone to developing bulimia and other eating disorders. Additionally, certain environmental and social factors, such as a history of trauma or abuse, low self-esteem, or a culture that places a high value on thinness, may increase the risk of developing bulimia.
Other potential causes of bulimia include psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, or perfectionism, as well as physiological factors, such as imbalances in brain chemicals that regulate appetite and mood. It is also possible that bulimia may be triggered by dieting or attempts to control weight, which can lead to a cycle of binging and purging behaviors.
Bulimia Health Risks
Bulimia nervosa can be extremely harmful to the body. The binge-and-purge cycles can damage the entire digestive system, the heart and other major organ functions.
Some of the health consequences include:
- Electrolyte imbalances (caused by dehydration from purging) can lead to irregular heartbeats and heart failure
- InflammationRupture of the esophagus from frequent vomiting
- Tooth decay and staining from stomach acids released during vomiting
- Chronic irregular bowel movements and constipation from laxative abuse
- Gastric rupture is an uncommon but possible side effect of binge eating
Helping Someone with Bulimia
If you have a friend or family member who is struggling with bulimia, there are a few things you can do to support them:
- Set aside a time for a private meeting with your friend to discuss your concerns openly and honestly in a caring, supportive way.
- Ask your friend to explore these concerns with a counselor, doctor, nutritionist, or other health professional.
- Avoid placing shame, blame, or guilt on your friend regarding their actions or attitudes, and avoid giving simple solutions.
- Remind your friend that you care and want your friend to be healthy and happy and express your continued support.
Bulimia Treatment
The right approach for bulimia treatment typically depends on the severity of your condition as well as your age, overall health, medical history, and other factors. In more severe cases, urgent medical care is needed to address physical health complications.
Nutrition counseling from a registered dietitian who specializes in eating disorders is a critical part of recovering and managing your bulimia. The specialized bulimia treatment team at Nourish will work with you to understand the biological, psychological, and social contributors to your eating disorder. Your treatment team will seek to understand the psychological issues that contribute to your eating disorder and help identify and treat root causes.
At Nourish, we have a team of bulimia dietitians who specialize in working with patients at all stages of recovery. We offer nutrition counseling over telehealth and accept insurance in order to make accessing care as easy and affordable as possible.
What is Bulimia?
The exact cause of bulimia is not fully understood, but a number of factors may contribute to its development.
People with bulimia usually appear to be of average body weight and recognize that their behaviors are unusual. Bulimia is frequently associated with symptoms of depression and changes in social adjustment, and people with bulimia may attach self-esteem to body image and feel out of control during binge-eating episodes.Bulimia is a serious condition that can have severe complications if left untreated. With treatment, however, you can take back control of your body image and eating habits and manage the risks of living with bulimia.
What’s the Difference Between Anorexia and Bulimia?
The principal difference between anorexia and bulimia is that while a person with anorexia takes extreme measures to lose weight or avoid gaining weight, a person with bulimia employs strategies to consistently purge food from their body after an episode of binge eating by taking laxatives or making themselves throw up. People with anorexia and people with bulimia both tend to fixate on their body weight and shape and have trouble accurately assessing their body image.
Bulimia Signs and Symptoms
Some of the warning signs of bulimia include:
- Evidence of binge eating: Disappearance of large amounts of food in short periods of time, finding wrappers and containers.
- Evidence of purging behaviors: Frequent trips to the bathroom after meals, signs and/or smells of vomiting, presence of laxatives or diuretics packages.
- Excessive, rigid exercise regimen despite weather, fatigue, illness, or injury; compulsive need to “burn off” calories
- Unusual swelling of the cheeks or jaw area.
- Calluses on the back of the hands and knuckles from self-induced vomiting.
- Discoloration or staining of the teeth.
- Creation of lifestyle schedules to make time for binge-and-purge sessions.
- Withdrawal from usual friends and activities.
- Behaviors and attitudes indicating that weight loss, dieting, and control of food are becoming primary concerns.
Click here to read more about other symptoms of bulimia.
Causes of Bulimia
The exact cause of bulimia is not fully understood, but a number of factors may contribute to its development.
One possible cause of bulimia is a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors. Research suggests that people with certain genes may be more prone to developing bulimia and other eating disorders. Additionally, certain environmental and social factors, such as a history of trauma or abuse, low self-esteem, or a culture that places a high value on thinness, may increase the risk of developing bulimia.
Other potential causes of bulimia include psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, or perfectionism, as well as physiological factors, such as imbalances in brain chemicals that regulate appetite and mood. It is also possible that bulimia may be triggered by dieting or attempts to control weight, which can lead to a cycle of binging and purging behaviors.
Bulimia Health Risks
Bulimia nervosa can be extremely harmful to the body. The binge-and-purge cycles can damage the entire digestive system, the heart and other major organ functions.
Some of the health consequences include:
- Electrolyte imbalances (caused by dehydration from purging) can lead to irregular heartbeats and heart failure
- InflammationRupture of the esophagus from frequent vomiting
- Tooth decay and staining from stomach acids released during vomiting
- Chronic irregular bowel movements and constipation from laxative abuse
- Gastric rupture is an uncommon but possible side effect of binge eating
Helping Someone with Bulimia
If you have a friend or family member who is struggling with bulimia, there are a few things you can do to support them:
- Set aside a time for a private meeting with your friend to discuss your concerns openly and honestly in a caring, supportive way.
- Ask your friend to explore these concerns with a counselor, doctor, nutritionist, or other health professional.
- Avoid placing shame, blame, or guilt on your friend regarding their actions or attitudes, and avoid giving simple solutions.
- Remind your friend that you care and want your friend to be healthy and happy and express your continued support.
Bulimia Treatment
The right approach for bulimia treatment typically depends on the severity of your condition as well as your age, overall health, medical history, and other factors. In more severe cases, urgent medical care is needed to address physical health complications.
Nutrition counseling from a registered dietitian who specializes in eating disorders is a critical part of recovering and managing your bulimia. The specialized bulimia treatment team at Nourish will work with you to understand the biological, psychological, and social contributors to your eating disorder. Your treatment team will seek to understand the psychological issues that contribute to your eating disorder and help identify and treat root causes.
At Nourish, we have a team of bulimia dietitians who specialize in working with patients at all stages of recovery. We offer nutrition counseling over telehealth and accept insurance in order to make accessing care as easy and affordable as possible.