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Part 2 of 3 - Christmas Special with Overeaters Anonymous and BBC Radio Lancashire
Part 2 of 3 - Christmas Special with Overeaters Anonymous and BBC Radio Lancashire
Part 2 of 3 - Christmas Special with Overeaters Anonymous and BBC Radio Lancashire
Monday 30th December 2024
Lowri and Lesley share their journeys through food addiction and recovery with BBC Radio Lancashire's Garry Scott.
54 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Overeating, Anorexia, and Recovery: A Candid Conversation
Episode Overview
- Food addiction can stem from emotional pain and societal pressures.
- Overeaters Anonymous offers a supportive community for recovery.
- Both anorexia and bulimia involve complex emotional struggles.
- Recovery is a continuous journey requiring support and self-awareness.
- Shame and body image issues often accompany food addiction.
I see the overeating as a sort of self-harm activity because it's injuring my body.
Ever wondered how your relationship with food can impact your life? In this episode, BBC Radio Lancashire's Garry Scott chats with Lowri and Lesley, members of Overeaters Anonymous, about their personal journeys through compulsive overeating and restrictive eating behaviours. Lowri shares her battle with anorexia and bulimia, while Lesley opens up about her struggles with overeating in an Italian family environment. Both women discuss the emotional rollercoaster that comes with food addiction and the complex reasons behind it.
They touch on the shame and societal pressures that exacerbate these issues, particularly during adolescence. You'll also hear about their paths to recovery, the importance of support groups like Overeaters Anonymous, and how they found hope and healing. Their stories are both relatable and inspiring, offering a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with similar issues. Don't miss out on their candid conversations about food, body image, and recovery.