Karen BakerApr 123 minFood Rules; what are they and can they be harmful to your Mental Health?Food rules are guidelines or principles that individuals follow regarding their dietary habits and choices. These rules vary widely from...
Karen BakerApr 46 minWhat is an eating disorder?Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions characterised by abnormal eating behaviours, thoughts, and emotions. These...
Karen BakerNov 3, 20234 minWhy do I keep reaching for Food for Comfort? (Emotional Eating)In this article, I explore why we might turn to food as a coping mechanism to numb our emotions, and how this can lead to a vicious cycle...
Karen BakerOct 31, 20234 minBinge-eating: Tips for writing an emotional food diaryIn my previous article, ‘What is binge-eating? Breaking the chains of emotional eating’ I mentioned the use of journal writing as one of...
Karen BakerOct 20, 20234 minWhat is Binge Eating?: Breaking the chains of Emotional EatingIntroduction In a world where stress and unrealistic body standards prevail, many individuals find solace in food. For some, this...