Erica Leon Nutrition LLC

05/11/2026

You know how to find true satisfaction in eating? By learning to distinguish between physical and emotional feelings, trusting your own inner wisdom, and making peace with food.

That’s when you know you’ve entered the Intuitive Eating mindset that will help you leave the chaos of food behind you.

Learn more about how you can make this happen in your life:

https://ericaleon.com/2020/01/03/what-is-intuitive-eating/

05/08/2026

Nourishing our bodies is essential to life. Diet Culture has conditioned us to be hyperaware of our weight instead of focusing on our health.

Find out what 3 steps will help you Make Peace with Food and Your Body Image. A free guide for your journey to make peace with food and your body.

https://ericaleon.com/3-steps/

05/06/2026

Have you ever noticed how quickly people make assumptions about someone’s health, lifestyle, or worth based on body size?

That’s weight stigma, and it shows up everywhere.

The truth is: your size does not determine your value.

In this blog, I share 10 meaningful steps we can all take to reduce weight stigma and foster compassion - at home, in schools, and in healthcare.

💡 Read more here: https://ericaleon.com/2025/09/23/10-tips-to-challenge-weight-stigma/

05/06/2026

No Diet Day is a reminder of how much noise exists around food and bodies.

Diet culture tells you to control your body.
But healing often looks like learning to listen instead.

At Erica Leon Nutrition and Associates, we fully support moving away from rules and toward a more connected, compassionate relationship with your body.

You don’t need another set of rules.

You need support, curiosity, and space to reconnect with what your body actually needs.

If you’re looking for support in your relationship with food or your body, we’re here.

https://ericaleon.com/

05/04/2026

The only difference between anorexia and atypical anorexia in diagnostic criteria is body weight… yet both involve the same harmful patterns of restriction, obsession with food and body image, and serious medical risks.

Labeling someone as “atypical” can minimize their struggle and delay the care they need. All eating disorders deserve to be taken seriously, regardless of body size.

Share this with someone who needs to hear it today.

05/01/2026

Health is not created by “perfect eating” or rigid rules. When eating becomes about control, “clean” choices, or getting it exactly right, it often leads to stress, guilt, and disconnection from hunger, fullness, and enjoyment. Honestly, that is how eating disorders develop.

Sustainable health comes from nourishment that fits real life, respects individual needs, and supports both physical well-being and peace with food.

04/29/2026

Insurance denial for eating disorder nutrition therapy does NOT mean care isn’t covered.

Claims are often denied for paperwork issues, coding differences, or benefit misunderstandings - not because treatment is unnecessary.

In this article, learn:
• Why claims get denied
• The difference between preventive and medical nutrition benefits
• What to ask your insurance company
• How to appeal clearly and effectively

Getting help for your eating disorder should not depend on how well you speak “insurance.”

Get the details here → https://ericaleon.com/2026/02/26/what-to-do-if-insurance-denies-eating-disorder-nutrition-therapy/

Did your insurance deny eating disorder nutrition therapy? Learn what it means, how to appeal, and how to get coverage for an ED dietitian.

04/27/2026

Take the “Are You an Emotional Eater?” quiz today and understand the WHY behind your eating habits.

Knowing is half the battle, and you will find the next steps in the results of your answers!

https://ericaleon.com/quiz

04/24/2026

“10 Tips to Help Your Child Develop a Healthy Relationship with Food” contains guidance on starting the conversation with your child about body weight and size.

It’s also designed to help you provide the long-lasting support your child needs. Download your free copy today and start your child on the journey to having a healthy relationship with their body and food.

https://ericaleon.com/free-10-tips/

04/22/2026

When your appetite is suppressed, which can happen when you are on weight loss drugs, eating can start to feel confusing or stressful - especially if you’re in eating disorder recovery or supporting someone who is.

Medications that suppress appetite can make it harder to recognize your body’s needs, increase anxiety around meals, or create pressure to eat less than your body actually requires.

I wrote an article that offers a recovery-first perspective on navigating low appetite, recognizing when it may be time to pause and seek support, along with finding gentle, practical ways to stay nourished without guilt or fear.

Learn more here → https://ericaleon.com/2025/11/18/eat-when-not-hungry-glp-1-medications/

04/20/2026

Mixed messages in the new national dietary guidelines can leave people unsure of what to trust. Without clear explanations, many turn to rigid interpretations, extreme diets, or online misinformation.

Clear, contextual guidance helps people make balanced choices instead of swinging between “good” and “bad” food rules.

My advice? Ask a dietitian!