Sugars and Sweet Taste: Addictive or Rewarding?

📄 Reprint Notice This article is reprinted from the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Volume 18, Issue 18, 2021. Originally published by MDPI on September 17, 2021.Citation: Greenberg, D.; St. Peter, J.V. Sugars and Sweet Taste: Addictive or Rewarding? Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2021, 18, 9791. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18189791 This is an […]
Eating Disorders: What You Need to Know

📄 Reprint NoticeThis article is reprinted from the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Volume 18, Issue 18, 2021. Originally published by MDPI on September 17, 2021.Citation: Greenberg, D.; St. Peter, J.V. Sugars and Sweet Taste: Addictive or Rewarding? Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2021, 18, 9791. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18189791This is an open access […]
Healing Hidden Struggles: Night Eating, Secrecy, and Work Stress

Quick Answer: Night eating, secret eating, and stress eating are rarely just about “willpower.” Recovery experts describe them as interconnected cycles fueled by daytime restriction, deep-seated shame, and emotional regulation. Healing often requires practical changes—like packing a lunch even when working from home—and shifting from self-judgment to curiosity. For many people, the relationship with food […]
Navigating Recovery: Nutritional Freedom and GLP-1’s in Disordered Eating Treatment

Effective treatment for disordered eating requires more than just willpower; it demands a fundamental shift in how we view nourishment, structure, and brain chemistry. Modern recovery programs, such as the Milestones Program, are pioneering approaches that blend the “Freedom Food Plan” with emerging medical tools like GLP-1 medications. By focusing on quieting the compulsion rather […]
Understanding OSFED, Examples Of Its Various Forms & Treatment

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that involve distorted attitudes towards food, body image, and weight. While well-known disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa receive significant attention, other eating disorders may not be as widely understood. One such disorder is OSFED, which stands for Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorder. In this article, we will delve into the meaning, signs, types, examples, and prevalence of OSFED. Additionally, we will explore the journey of recovery through the lens of a prominent residential eating disorder facility in Florida.
How to Help Your Partner with an Eating Disorder

At Milestones in Recovery, a distinguished eating disorder treatment facility in Florida, we recognize the intricate journey of supporting a partner through their struggles with an eating disorder. The road to recovery is a challenging one, often marked by uncertainty and emotional upheavals. As a partner, your role in this journey is pivotal, and your understanding, patience, and unwavering support can make a significant difference. In this comprehensive guide, we offer insights and strategies to help you provide meaningful and effective support to your partner as they navigate their path to healing.
How To Tell Someone You Love That You Have An Eating Disorder

At Milestones in Recovery, a leading eating disorder treatment facility in Florida, we understand that opening up about your struggles with an eating disorder can be a challenging and emotional journey. Whether you’re planning to confide in a friend, family member, partner, or professional, initiating this conversation requires careful consideration and sensitivity. In this article, we provide guidance on how to approach the difficult task of telling someone about your eating disorder, drawing from our expertise and experience in supporting individuals on their recovery journeys.
Is Sugar Addiction An Eating Disorder?

In recent years, the debate surrounding sugar addiction and its classification as an eating disorder has gained significant traction. The prevalence of obesity and related health issues has led researchers and clinicians to examine the role of sugar consumption in developing and perpetuating disordered eating patterns. At Milestones in Recovery, an eating disorder treatment facility in Florida, we delve into the intricate relationship between sugar addiction and eating disorders to provide a comprehensive understanding of this complex issue.
Constructive Living: Integrating 12 Step Recovery With “CL” Principles

Constructive Living is a term coined by David Reynolds, PhD. Dr. Reynolds has held a faculty position at the University of California’s Medical School, Department of Psychiatry. Trained initially as an anthropologist, Reynolds lived and studied eastern philosophies and the practice of psychiatry and psychology in Japan for more than three decades. CL is his attempt interpret and bring the “Western” version of this treatment approach to both professionals and “patients” alike.
Compulsive Overeating and Brain Chemistry

By Marty Lerner, PhD Question: For the food dependent individual is the solution a food plan abstaining from sugar and flour laden or high glycemic foods, and, is this always and forever? Food, unlike other substances, is necessary in life and all around us. I find it difficult to imagine that an individual will realistically […]