05/29/2026
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is not about vanity, control, or weight. It’s about fear, trauma, or sensory overload that makes food feel unsafe or overwhelming.
Signs and symptoms include:
▪️Sudden refusal to eat certain foods, especially ones they previously enjoyed
▪️Fear of choking, vomiting, or allergic reactions not medically justified
▪️A lack of appetite or disinterest in food without a clear medical cause
▪️Difficulty eating around others or increased mealtime anxiety
▪️Reliance on very limited or “safe” foods (like plain pasta, crackers, or specific brands)
▪️Nutritional deficiencies, low energy, or menstrual irregularities
▪️Fainting, dizziness, or signs of slowed physical growth in children and teens
At Recovered & Restored, we specialize in helping clients take one brave, supported step at a time. You don’t have to live with fear at every meal. We’re ready to help you rebuild trust, restore nourishment, and feel safe in your body again.
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