Unfortunately, folks are told over and over by medical professionals (including dietitians) that losing weight is necessary, when there actually isn't robust or causal research behind those recommendations. What we do know is that 95% of people who lose weight intentionally, end up gaining all or more back within 2-5 years. People end up fixating on weight and trying endlessly to figure out how to lose weight and then maintain that weight loss. This often results in more weight gain and metabolic damage over time, as well as disordered eating. We also know that health conditions/goals can be successfully managed with anti-diet and intuitive eating methods. 

One of the ways that we support clients in balancing their desire (or feeling the need) to lose weight with Intuitive Eating is to temporarily put weight on the backburner. Instead, we focus on health behaviors regardless of weight change, knowing that you can always go back to a weight loss approach if you decide that is what you want/need. There is no right or wrong approach - you get to decide what is best for you because you are the expert of your body and experience. 

We have chosen to practice with the anti-diet approach because we believe in compassionate and evidence-based care. Please explore these anti-diet and intuitive eating resources to discover the evidence that supports the success of the anti-diet approach.