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87: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 87
87: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 87
87: The Relaxback UK Show with Mike Dilke - Episode 87
Tuesday 17th September 2024
Mike Dilke talks to experts about eating disorders and fad diets, offering practical advice and compassionate insights.
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Episode Overview
- Eating disorders are psychological coping strategies for underlying distress.
- 85% of people with eating disorders are not underweight.
- Extreme dieting often backfires due to natural survival mechanisms.
- Evidence-based approaches are more effective for long-term weight loss.
- Gentle support is crucial when approaching someone with an eating disorder.
85% of people with eating disorders are not underweight, breaking the stereotype that these issues only affect young, emaciated females
In this episode of the Relaxback UK Show, Mike Dilke dives into the complex and often misunderstood world of eating disorders. First up, Mike chats with Harriet Frew, an experienced eating disorder therapist. Harriet sheds light on various types of eating disorders, including lesser-known conditions like orthorexia and ARFID. She explains that eating disorders are not just about food but are psychological coping strategies for underlying distress.
Harriet also touches on the alarming statistic that 85% of people with eating disorders are not underweight, breaking the stereotype that these issues only affect young, emaciated females. Her insights into the triggers and emotional stresses that can lead to these conditions are both eye-opening and compassionate. Harriet provides practical advice on how to approach someone you suspect might be struggling, emphasising the importance of gentle support without being overbearing.
Next, Mike turns the spotlight on diets and fad diets with Professor James Stubbs from Leeds University and Sophie Higginbottom, a dieting success story. James discusses the pitfalls of fad diets and the importance of evidence-based approaches to weight loss. He explains that extreme dieting often backfires due to our body's natural survival mechanisms. Sophie shares her journey of losing nine stone through sensible dietary changes and the support she received from Slimming World.
Both guests stress the importance of looking for evidence-based advice and being wary of social media's influence on dieting trends. This episode is packed with valuable information and heartfelt discussions that can help anyone struggling with eating disorders or weight loss challenges. Tune in for a blend of expert advice, personal stories, and a touch of humour that makes this serious topic accessible and engaging.
If you're looking for practical tips and compassionate insights into eating disorders and dieting, this episode is a must-listen.