No Wellness Wankery
No Wellness Wankery
Lyndi Cohen
114: Do I have orthorexia or am I just a healthy eater? Recognising the signs before your relationship with food turns into an unhealthy obsession.
10 minutes Posted May 12, 2024 at 2:00 pm.
Understanding Orthorexia
Recovering From Orthorexia With Support
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Are you always trying to eat perfectly healthy? As a dietitian, I've watched the pursuit of perfect health become an all-consuming battle for many. Myself included. In today's episode, we dive into orthorexia nervosa, the thin line between healthy eating and an extreme fixation on so-called 'clean' eating. We'll explore how the pursuit of eating perfectly can lead to nutritional deficiencies, social isolation, and worsen our mental health. And discuss the importance of support, un...