Do You Tell People You Have ARFID?
Having an eating disorder is something that comes with its own stigma and often other people’s opinions. So when you have ARFID, do you let other people know?
Having an eating disorder is something that comes with its own stigma and often other people’s opinions. So when you have ARFID, do you let other people know?
Safe foods are a completely individual preference so to say that people who struggle with ARFID only eat junk food is a very broad statement that is honestly, completely incorrect. In this post I’m going to look into the idea of safe foods a little more, what they are and why they’re important. I’m also going to be addressing the question - do healthy safe foods exist?
No matter what you’re dealing with, there’s always those that like to bring their negativity to your door. This is especially true when it comes to ARFID. There is a lot of conversation as to whether ARFID is a real thing or if it’s simply an excuse for ‘picky eating’. Here's a few tips on how to deal with the naysayers!
A big struggle that people with ARFID face is their lack of knowledge in the kitchen! We typically have little reason to adventure into the wonderful world of cooking. This can mean that we’re often left questioning even the simplest of things. Well, I’m going to let you in on the secret of why cooking when you struggle with ARFID can be such a challenge!
Want to know more about what exactly ARFID is? Read my ultimate guide!