Health at Every Size (HAES) Principles
Health at Every Size (HAES) Principles
Virtual nutrition counseling, embracing health for every unique shape and size.
At Monadnock Nutrition Services, we believe true well-being goes beyond the scale. Our practice is founded on Health At Every Size® (HAES) principles, a compassionate, evidence-based approach that rejects diet culture and weight stigma. We help you cultivate a positive relationship with food and your body, recognizing that health comes in all shapes and sizes. Our virtual nutrition counseling supports your unique journey toward a peaceful, nourishing relationship with food.
Understanding the HAES Approach
The Health At Every Size® approach emphasizes well-being for all body sizes, shifting the focus from weight to sustainable health behaviors. This means our registered dietitian professionals will work with you to explore intuitive eating, joyful movement, and self-care practices that genuinely enhance your health, rather than striving for an arbitrary weight goal. We understand that every individual's journey with food and body image is unique, and our personalized care reflects this understanding.
Respectful Care for Every Body
Respectful care is central to the HAES principles. This involves challenging weight bias and ensuring all bodies receive equitable, compassionate healthcare. Our registered dietitian team offers a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your relationship with food, free from weight-centric pressures. We tailor our approach to your needs, ensuring you feel heard and supported.
Intuitive Eating and Body Trust
Embracing HAES principles means fostering intuitive eating: trusting your body's hunger and fullness cues. This contrasts with restrictive diets that often lead to deprivation and overeating. Our expertise in eating disorder treatment strengthens our ability to guide you toward food freedom and body acceptance, healing your relationship with food and your body.
Supporting Sustainable Health Habits
Our Health At Every Size® approach focuses on building sustainable habits that truly improve your quality of life. We prioritize joyful movement, foster a positive body image, and support overall well-being over focusing solely on weight loss. We believe that when you prioritize self-care and a nurturing relationship with food, lasting health improvements naturally follow.
At Monadnock Nutrition Services, our registered dietitian team will guide you toward a more positive relationship with food and your body, grounded in the transformative power of the HAES principles. Through our virtual, HIPAA-compliant platform, we offer compassionate and effective nutrition counseling. Contact us today to learn more and schedule your session!