Marci RD

11/24/2025

The holidays are just around the corner, and if you have a chronic illness and/or eating disorder, food may be something that is also on your mind.

If you know the food at the event is not going to be something that works for your body, I’d encourage you to bring something that you can enjoy yourself or, even better, bring a dish to share!

11/24/2025

Did I jump for joy when I pre-ordered Dr. G’s book? YES. Did I squeal with delight when it arrived on my doorstep? YES.

This text is essential reading for providers, students, individuals, and caregivers.

Not only does Dr. G provide the most up to date understanding of the manifestations and consequences of eating disorders. But she shows us how to engage with open-heartedness, compassion, and humanity.

Dr. G and this book is such an important gift to our profession. 📚💓

If an eating disorder touches your life in any way - this book is essential reading.

11/21/2025

One sure way to become obsessed with your food choices is to ignore what your body is craving.

My “What Are You Hungry For” meditation will show you one way to identify what it is that you are truly craving, and it encourages you to follow through and eat that food more often!

https://marcird.com/_resources/what-are-you-hungry-for/

In this meditation from Marci Evans, you can learn to honor your appetite and make balanced choices over time.

11/21/2025

As National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week comes to a close, it’s important to keep naming what the research makes clear: many eating disorder behaviors are understandable responses to scarcity, not personal shortcomings.

Studies across adults and adolescents consistently show a connection between food insecurity and higher rates of binge eating, compensatory behaviors, and long-term struggles with food. When access to food has been unpredictable, eating past fullness, feeling preoccupied with food, or trying to stretch groceries by skipping meals are survival strategies - our bodies doing their best to manage uncertainty.

For anyone trying to recover while also worrying about groceries, rent, or medicine: you are not failing at recovery. You are navigating conditions that would overwhelm anyone, and treatment should reflect the realities you’re carrying.

Even though the awareness week is ending, the work continues. Keeping food insecurity and homelessness at the center of eating disorder conversations, year-round, matters. Supporting community-led efforts that connect food, housing, and mental health remains essential. No one should have to choose between having enough to eat and pursuing recovery.

Learn more about the realities of hunger and homelessness: https://hhweek.org

11/20/2025

When dealing with chronic illness, most of the focus tends to be on managing symptoms. But what about the emotional impact? The loss of independence, the struggle to do things you once loved, and the unpredictability of your health can all lead to feelings of grief.

Ignoring these emotions won’t make them go away. In fact, recognizing and working through them can help you build resilience and improve your overall well-being.

This article discusses the realities of chronic illness grief and offers guidance on how to process and cope.

Read more here: https://marcird.com/chronic-illness-loss-grief/

11/20/2025

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance, coinciding with National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. It’s an important moment to recognize how access to food, housing, and safety shapes a person’s ability to heal - especially for transgender and gender-diverse people.

Research shows that food insecurity and eating disorders are closely connected. And for those who are transgender or gender non-conforming, the risk of food scarcity and houselessness is significantly higher. According to The Trevor Project, transgender and nonbinary young people have 73 percent greater odds of having been houseless compared to cisgender LGB peers.

Affirming care and structural protections matter. They’re not optional add-ons to treatment; they are essential conditions for recovery. As we uplift transgender lives today, we’re reminded that healing from an eating disorder cannot be separated from the realities of food access, safety, and belonging.

11/19/2025

Want to learn new skills to better support your clients suffering from an eating disorder, but don’t know where to start?

Check out the“Nutrition Counseling for Eating Disorders” program below:

https://marcird.teachable.com/p/eating-disorders-training

Online Training for Clinicians and Dietitians for Nutrition Counseling for Eating Disorders led by Marci Evans

11/18/2025

Understanding the complexities of body image with chronic illness is an ongoing journey. It's not just about appearances; it's about recognizing the inner strength and resilience that comes with managing daily challenges. Your body may change and act unpredictably, but it’s a testament to your perseverance.

Embrace the nuances of your experience and show yourself compassion. Every step you take, no matter how small, is significant. Celebrate your courage and know that your worth is not defined by physical limitations but by your unwavering spirit.

11/17/2025

Not ALL digestive symptoms can be fixed with a one-and-done process. Some will require a longer timeframe.

Download my free guide and get a collection of tools to use [other than food restriction] for clients with tummy troubles. This helps you give your clients the help they need and deserve!

https://marcird.com/_resources/23tools/

11/14/2025

Are you a parent who is worried about your child’s eating and exercise habits and/or body image?

In this eBook, you’ll find a list of five common signs to look out for if you suspect your child is struggling with their relationship with food and their body.

There are also some potential next steps for both you and your child. You can get more information and download this free resource here:

https://marcird.com/_resources/5-signs/

11/14/2025

Instead of viewing learning as a destination or a checklist to complete, see it as an ongoing journey filled with discovery and growth. This mindset can help reduce the pressure to achieve specific outcomes, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the learning process.

Enjoy the ride and appreciate each step, knowing that every new skill or piece of knowledge adds value to your expertise.

11/12/2025

Do you work with clients who have an eating disorder?

Download my free guide today and see what pitfalls to avoid when working with clients in the ED profession!

https://marcird.com/_resources/top-5-pitfalls/