What’s the Difference? Disordered Eating vs. Intuitive Eating vs. Eating Disorders Our relationship with food exists on a spectrum. While eating is something we all do every day, the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours surrounding food can look very different from person to person. Understanding the differences between intuitive eating, disordered eating, and eating disorders is […]

We are so excited to officially welcome Rae Slezak, Registered Psychotherapist, to the Peacefully Nourished team. Rae offers virtual and in-person therapy counselling for adults (18+) navigating eating disorder recovery, disordered eating, chronic dieting, body image healing, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, boundary-setting, and life transitions. Her work is also neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, 2SLGBTQ+ affirming, […]

If you’ve spent any time around diet culture, you’ve probably absorbed the idea that snacks are either “good” or “bad.” That language is rigid, moralizing, and honestly not that helpful. Food isn’t a reflection of your character. Instead of sorting snacks into moral categories think about them as nourishing and/or satisfying. Snacks are an essential […]

If you’re looking for an easy, protein-packed breakfast you can make ahead for the week, these breakfast bites three ways are a great option. They’re simple, customizable, and perfect for using up ingredients you already have in your fridge. The base is just eggs with a little salt and pepper, and then you can switch […]

Intuitive Eating, Disordered Eating vs an Eating Disorders: What’s the Difference? Our relationship with food exists on a spectrum. While eating is something we all do every day, the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours surrounding food can look very different from person to person. Understanding the differences between intuitive eating, disordered eating, and eating disorders is […]

This Pecan Pie Cheesecake is creamy and a great addition for any spring gathering. A buttery graham cracker crust holds a smooth brown sugar cheesecake filling, all topped with toasted pecans and a rich caramel-like sauce. It’s the kind of dessert that feels special without being fussy; perfect for a make-ahead dessert for the holidays, […]

A Family-Centred Approach to Raising Healthy Eaters If there is one nutrient most families are not getting enough of, it is fibre. From selective toddlers to busy parents. Fibre often falls short, yet it plays a major role in digestion, heart health, blood sugar control, and even long-term disease prevention. The good news is that […]

There’s something about homemade enchiladas that just feels comforting—warm tortillas, rich sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. This recipe is simple, satisfying, and perfect for a cozy dinner when you want something homemade without spending too many hours in the kitchen. Recently, I was lucky enough to spend some time in Puerto Vallarta with my […]

When it comes to refueling after movement, it’s easy to get caught up in “perfect post-workout snack” advice often wrapped in diet culture language about earning food, eating “clean,” or controlling calories. But food isn’t a reward for movement; it’s fuel and recovery support. A non-diet approach to sports recovery snacks focuses on nourishment, satisfaction, […]

Food is one of the most basic human needs, yet it often comes with a surprising amount of judgment. From an early age, children hear terms like “healthy,” “unhealthy,” “good,” or “bad” used to describe what’s on their plates. While these labels may seem harmless, they can shape the way kids and adults see food […]