THE CV WELLBEING BLOG

Nourishment and Well-being — A Nutrition Blog Series

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Joy in Maine’s Fall: An Intuitive Eating View

The fall season can bring great pleasure as the leaves transition from green to vibrant oranges, reds, and yellows– orchards teem with apples to pick, pumpkin patches to wander, and hay bales to provide a place to rest your feet. Fairs begin to pop up in town after town, sharing a rich history of agriculture, familiar foods, and grin-worthy rides.

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Discovering Embodiment: A Path to Body Liberation

This article explores embracing the concept of being present in your body, listening to its signals, and fostering a nurturing relationship: Embodiment. Read more to discover what we mean when we talk about embodiment.

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Body Mass Index Scales: Are They the Right Tool for Health?

Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been regarded as a fundamental measure of an individual's health and weight status. However, a closer examination reveals that BMI may not be as reliable as once believed.

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Embracing Body Wisdom: A Guide to Self-Connection

This thought-provoking blog post delves into defining our body story, exploring the disconnect that can happen, and where we can search for the solution. Let's initiate a curious and collaborative conversation that redefines our perspective on body image and fosters a sense of wholeness.

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Understanding Food Neutrality: Embracing All Foods Equally

What is food neutrality? Essentially, food neutrality is the practice of unlearning dichotomous and moralistic thinking (i.e., good vs bad) when it comes to food. It helps us work toward being more objective in the way we think about food and helps shift our language about food and eating.

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Debunking 4 Common Intuitive Eating Myths

It is difficult for many people to imagine having a peaceful and positive relationship with food and their bodies these days. It is safe to say that most have experienced some hang-ups, if not a fraught or disordered relationship with food and their body at some point. Fortunately, the messages that keep us from having a positive relationship with food can be unlearned and replaced with helpful beliefs and behaviors.

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Ditch the Diet Mentality this Holiday Season

While the holiday season symbolizes warmth, togetherness, and family, it can also evoke anxiety, especially around food. It doesn’t have to be this way. Food is an essential part of our culture and traditions, especially during times of celebration.

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