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Fueling for Recovery- Nutrition Care for Athletes and Eating Disorders

Fueling for Recovery is a team of inclusive, dedicated dietitians who specialize in eating disorder treatment and sports nutrition.

We provide unique care to athletes who suffer from eating disorders or experience disordered eating.

07/01/2025

Recovery is rarely a straight line. For many, it’s years of trying, falling, questioning, and trying again. Our client’s words speak to the shift—that powerful moment when healing becomes less about fixing yourself and more about reclaiming your life. ✨

They bravely shared that the moment they were told, “You can continue to be sick if you want,” was the first time they felt true choice—and with it, the power to choose healing.

At Fueling for Recovery, that’s what we’re here to offer: not a prescription, but a partnership. You decide the direction. You decide the speed.
We walk with you.

Whether you're just starting to think about recovery or you've been on this path for years, you deserve care that honors you. No shame. No pressure. Just support, however and whenever you're ready.

💛 If this resonates with you, or someone you love, reach out by phone or email. Our team is here to hold space, offer guidance, and help you build a life that’s bigger than your eating disorder.

06/19/2025

🇺🇸 Are you an endurance athlete in the US seeking support for eating disorders, disordered eating, sports nutrition, or gentle fueling strategies?

👉 Here’s a list of states where we provide VIRTUAL support, guiding you to fuel confidently while honoring both your performance goals and well-being.

💌 If you’re in one of these states, reach out by phone or email to schedule your first appointment! Let’s work together to build a sustainable approach to nutrition that supports both your body and mind.

06/17/2025

🇺🇸 Are you an endurance athlete in the US seeking support for eating disorders, disordered eating, sports nutrition, or gentle fueling strategies?

👉 Here’s a little reminder of the list of states where we provide VIRTUAL support, guiding you to fuel confidently while honoring both your performance goals and well-being.

💌 If you’re in one of these states, reach out by phone or email to schedule your first appointment! Let’s work together to build a sustainable approach to nutrition that supports both your body and mind.

06/12/2025

If you’re BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Colour) and struggling with food or body image, you’re not alone — and you deserve support that actually sees you.

💬 Many of our clients have heard:
👉 “You don’t look like you have an eating disorder.”
👉 “Isn’t that a white girl problem?”
👉 “Just eat — that’s not a thing in our culture.”

These messages are harmful, false, and rooted in systemic bias.
And they keep people from getting the care they need.

Here’s how we tailor eating disorder support for BIPOC clients:

🌍 We honour cultural foods in recovery.

🧘🏾‍♀️ We understand how racism, trauma, and body surveillance can show up in disordered eating.

🤝 We listen without assumptions — and build trust through cultural humility and care.

🧏🏽‍♂️ We challenge Eurocentric body ideals and make space for your lived experience.

🎯 Eating disorders don’t discriminate. Neither should treatment.

💛 If you’re looking for a safe, inclusive space where you can heal — join our BIPOC Eating Disorders Support Group.

Here are the details:⁠
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Virtual group (max 5 people) 💻⁠
Led in English⁠
Starts June 18th 2025, from 6-7:30 pm
$80.00 per session, every other week 💸⁠
Committed 6 sessions total (closed group) 🤝⁠
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Interested? There are still a few spots left! Sign up through the link in our bio ! 💙⁠
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06/10/2025

☀️ Summer can be a tough season — especially for athletes struggling with eating disorders or disordered eating.

While others are getting excited for beach days and lighter gear, you might be feeling pressure. To look a certain way. To stay "disciplined." To keep your body in “peak” shape.
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🏃‍♀️ As an athlete, your body is your instrument — but it’s also your home. And if you're dealing with disordered eating or body image struggles, summer can bring up even more discomfort.
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💬 You're not alone. And you’re not “less of an athlete” for feeling this way.
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👉 Swipe for tools to help you stay grounded in your values, support your body, and actually enjoy summer — on your own terms.
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👇 Share your favourite part of summer below — or what helps you feel strong in your body, no matter the season.

06/05/2025

🌈 Client Story: Emeric’s Journey ✨

“Even when my body started to resemble the so-called standard, I didn’t feel free. I was starving, exhausted, constantly at war with myself.”

In honour of Pride Month, Emeric shares his powerful story as a gay man navigating an eating disorder in a culture where the “perfect” body is everywhere.

His experience is a powerful reminder that recovery isn’t just about food or weight — it’s about reclaiming peace, identity, and self-compassion. 🕊️

Swipe to read Emeric’s full testimonial — raw, honest, and deeply moving.

Thank you, Emeric, for trusting us and showing others that healing is possible, whatever that may mean for you. 🌿

06/02/2025

🟣 Today is World Eating Disorders Action Day 🟣

Today is about raising awareness, breaking stigma, and taking action. 💜✨

Here are some actions you can take today if you or someone you know is struggling:

1️⃣ Educate Yourself and Others
📚 Read and share resources about eating disorders (types, signs, myths, and treatments).
🔍 Follow reputable organizations like NEDA for science-based information.

2️⃣ Use Your Voice on Social Media
📱 Post using hashtags like ,
💬 Share your personal story (if you're comfortable) to help reduce stigma.
🎨 Share infographics, videos, or quotes that educate and inspire.

3️⃣ Attend a Community Event
🧘‍♀️ Join a webinar, panel discussion, or community gathering.
🎤 Join a virtual talk, Q&A with a dietitian or therapist, or a body image workshop.
🖌️ Join a healing-focused event (e.g., yoga, journaling, art, or mindfulness).

4️⃣ Advocate for Policy Change
📣 Join or support advocacy groups working on ED-related policy changes.
✍️ Sign petitions and write to representatives to push for better access to care.

5️⃣ Support or Donate to ED Organizations
💵 Make a donation to a trusted organization working in treatment access, awareness, or support (like Project HEAL).
🤝 Volunteer your time or skills (graphic design, translation, admin support, etc.).

6️⃣ Practice Allyship
🗣️ Be mindful of your language and the way you talk about bodies and food.
🚫 Challenge diet culture, body shaming, and fatphobia in conversations.
💞 Support someone in your life who may be struggling—listen, validate, and refer to help.

7️⃣ Take Care of Your Own Relationship with Food and Body
🧠 Reflect on your own beliefs around food, weight, and health.
📴 Disconnect from triggering social media and follow body-neutral or recovery-friendly accounts.
👩‍⚕️ Consider working with an anti-diet dietitian or therapist if you need support.

💬 You can book an appointment with one of our team members through the link in our bio!

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05/27/2025

As dietitians, we’re trained to address disordered eating — but what happens when a client also lives with ADHD?

Clients with ADHD often struggle with executive function, sensory regulation, impulse control, and all-or-nothing thinking — all of which can deeply affect how they experience food, eating, and recovery. And when these challenges are misunderstood, it’s easy for clients to feel like they’re “failing” treatment.

🧠 That’s why ADHD-informed care matters — and why we created:

✨ The Intersection Between ADHD & Eating Disorders
A self-paced, neuro-affirming training for dietitians.

📚 In this course, led by our very own dietitian Vanessa, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Identify ADHD-related eating challenges (even when they’re masked)
✔️ Offer practical accommodations to support executive functioning
✔️ Use ACT, DBT, and IFS tools in a way that honors neurodivergence
✔️ Help clients build self-trust, reduce shame, and find lasting progress

This training is rooted in trauma-informed care and packed with real-world tools you can implement in your daily practice. Whether you're just starting to explore neurodivergent care or you want to deepen your skillset, this course will meet you where you are.

🎓 Enroll now through the link in our bio and join a new era of inclusive, individualized care.

05/20/2025

☀️ Summer isn’t always the “lighter” season.

For athletes, it can bring new pressure — to look a certain way 💪, to stay consistent when routines change 📅, or to “lean out” as clothes get smaller 👙 and competition heats up 🏃‍♂️🔥.

❌ You don’t need to earn summer.
✅ And you don’t need to change your body to belong in it.

If you're feeling anxious about summer being around the corner and want support with managing what comes up for you during this season, we'd be happy to consult with you! At Fueling for Recovery, we can help you learn how to:

⚡ Fuel without fear
⚡ Perform without burnout
⚡ Feel at peace in your body— all year long 🧠💪

💬 If this resonates with you,
DM us to learn more about how we can support you.

05/08/2025

You’re used to fueling for performance, structure, and goals.

Then — boom 💥 — injury.

Suddenly, the routine’s gone, the endorphins are missing, and your brain whispers:

“Do I really need this snack?”
“I didn’t even move today.”
“Shouldn’t I be eating less?”

Here’s what we tell our clients who may be struggling with their relationship to food while recovering from an injury

🥑 1. Healing is a full-time job
Think of your body as a construction site. Moving less doesn’t mean you need fewer nutrients — your body’s rebuilding muscle, tissue, AND mental resilience.

🧠 2. Hunger Might Change — But It is Still Valid
Appetite isn’t just about movement. Rest, stress, and repair all impact your hunger. Trust those cues, even if they surprise you.

🍽️ 3. Consistency is important.
Eating regularly satisfying food helps your body and brain stay stable during recovery.

💬 4. You’re Still an Athlete even though you're injured.
Resting doesn’t make you less of one. Fueling through an injury is a power move and a part of your comeback story. 📖🔥

👇 Drop a 🦵 if you’ve been there. Share this with a teammate who needs to hear it.

05/06/2025

🌍✨ Today is International No Diet Day — a day to reflect on how we relate to food, body image, and health.

At Fueling for Recovery, we practice through an anti-diet lens — but that doesn’t mean we are against weight loss.

It means we look beyond diets, numbers, and body size to focus on what truly supports your well-being by providing:
💬 personalized guidance,
🥗 sustainable habits
🏃‍♀️ and a more peaceful relationship with food.

An anti-diet dietitian helps you:
✔️ Tune into your body instead of fighting it
✔️ Build consistent, nourishing routines
✔️ Let go of food guilt — without letting go of structure
✔️ Focus on how you feel, not just how you look

This approach can be especially helpful for athletes, active individuals, or anyone feeling stuck in a cycle of restriction, burnout, or “all-or-nothing” eating.

You don’t have to choose between performance and peace.
You deserve both.

📩 Curious what this could look like for you? Our dietitians offer supportive, judgment-free care tailored to your needs. Contact us to schedule your appointment today by email or phone (details in bio).

05/01/2025

Does this sound familiar?

In case you missed it, 👋 Jamie, registered dietitian, will be facilitating a BIPOC Eating Disorders Support Group this summer. ⁠
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If you're a BIPOC-identifying individual (Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color) struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, this is a safe and supportive space for you. 💙 ⁠
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You'll dive into discussions about how culture, identity, and lived experiences impact recovery, relationships with food (including food rules, fear foods, and narratives), body image, and values. This group is all about helping you move towards YOUR definition of recovery. 🌱⁠
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Here are the details:⁠
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Virtual group (max 5 people) 💻⁠
Led in English⁠
Starts June 2025 ⏳⁠
Time and date will be decided together 🗓️⁠
$80.00 per session, every other week 💸⁠
Committed 6 sessions total (closed group) 🤝⁠
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Interested? Please fill out the interest form linked in our bio so that Jamie can organize a group that works for you. Let’s create a healing space together! 💙⁠
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Washington D.C., DC

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12026775261

Website

https://fuelingforrecovery.com/contact-us/

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