DR MARIANNE MILLER
CARING EATING DISORDER TREATMENT IN SAN DIEGO AND THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, AND WASHINGTON D.C. FOR ADULTS & TEENS
How ARFID Traits Can Show Up in Recovery From Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder
When people hear the term ARFID—Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder—they often think of children with extreme food aversions. But here’s something less talked about:
👉 ARFID traits can show up during recovery from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.
If you’ve ever felt stuck with food fears, sensory overwhelm, or uncertainty about what’s “safe” to eat—even after doing a ton of recovery work—you’re not alone. These may not be lingering eating disorder behaviors. They could be ARFID traits that were always there, just hidden.
Let’s explore why this happens, how to recognize it, and what supportive, neurodivergent-affirming recovery can look like. 💛
Meet Eating Disorder Specialist & Nutritional Practitioner Milda Zolubaite, MSc: A Compassionate Voice in ED Recovery
Looking for an eating disorder nutritionist who truly gets it? Meet Milda Zolubaite, MSc—an Eating Disorder Specialist and Registered Nutritional Practitioner with a powerful combination of clinical expertise and lived experience. Milda offers trauma-informed, weight-inclusive nutrition support for people recovering from eating disorders like bulimia and binge eating disorder.
In this post, we’ll introduce you to Milda’s philosophy, her anti-diet approach, and how she helps clients rebuild a peaceful relationship with food. Whether you’re exploring recovery yourself or you’re a provider seeking aligned voices in the field, Milda’s work brings clarity, compassion, and nuance to eating disorder treatment.
Understanding Bulimia: Causes, Solutions, & Coping Strategies
Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder that affects millions of people throughout San Diego, California, NYC, London UK, and elsewhere. It often leaves individuals feeling trapped in a cycle of binge eating and purging. Despite its prevalence, it remains misunderstood, carrying with it stigma and confusion. But understanding bulimia—the factors that contribute to it, the ways it can be treated, and strategies for managing it—can help provide a path to healing.
Eating Disorders and Athletes: The Pressure to Perform
We often celebrate athletes as the epitome of strength, endurance, and physical health. But behind the scenes, many face an invisible battle: the pressure to perform at the highest level, which can lead to a dangerous relationship with food and their bodies. In this post, we’ll dive into the unique pressures athletes face, how those pressures can contribute to eating disorders, and what can be done to support those navigating this struggle.
Bulimia: How to Deal with the Mental and Physical Health Risks
Bulimia is no joke. There are so many mental health risks, as well as physical health risks, that you need to be aware of in order to know how to deal with it. Whether you’re in London, NYC, or San Diego, struggling with bulimia is especially difficult because you want to be out and about, enjoying the sights and having fun, when all you can do is focus on what you’re eating and how you’re going to get rid of it. Understanding the risks is paramount so you can move forward in your recovery.
Struggling with Bulimia? Five Tips from an Eating Disorder Dietitian
Having bulimia in San Diego and elsewhere is so difficult. You just want to be out in the sun, but you’re struggling with the shame and preoccupation that accompany bulimic behaviors. I’ve interviewed San Diego eating disorder dietitian Theresa Carmichael, RD, for five amazing tips to help you with nutrition-related issues that come with bulimia recovery.