Eating Disorders

Eating Disorders

Eating disorders can affect anyone. They impact people of all ages, genders, body sizes, and backgrounds, even those who don’t look unwell.

Signs to Look Out For

Many eating disorder signs are subtle and easy to miss. Some things to look out for include:

Personality Changes

• Strong perfectionism
• Rigid routines

Physical Signs

• Always feeling cold
• Hair thinning or more body hair
• Puffy face, brittle nails
• Rapid weight changes
• Loss of menstrual period

Behaviours

• Avoiding food or hiding binge eating
• Cooking for others but not eating
• Preoccupation with calories or ingredients
• Long bathroom visits after meals
• Watching food or cooking shows obsessively
• Overexercising or exercising in secret
• Wearing oversized baggy clothes
• Low mood, body checking, self-harm

If you are concerned about yourself or someone you care about, seek support early. Recovery is possible and easier with the right help.

A strong care team includes:

• A Credentialed Eating Disorder Dietitian
• An eating disorder-informed GP
• A psychologist

You are not alone, our clinic has an experienced Credentialed Eating Disorder Dietitian here to support you gently, respectfully, and without judgement.