In this weeks episode, Han is joined by Sean Saw Jun Kyle. Sean has personal experience of difficulties with food and body image and joins Han in this episode to explore the differences between western and Asian culture, and how this may contribute to the development of difficulties with eating and body image.

In this week's episode, we discuss:

• Sean's experience of growing up in Singapore, and how the conversations around mental health differ from his experience in the UK.

• The difference in calorie counting and diet culture in Singapore compared to the UK.

• Sean's experience of force-feeding as a young Dragon Boat and canoeing national athlete, and the nutritional support he received.

• The normalisation of gym culture Sean was exposed to whilst growing up.

• The comments Sean received regarding his eating and weight as a child, and how this impacted his move the UK and eating around new people.

• The difference in understanding of mental health and eating disorders between generations in Singapore, and the change needed for a supportive environment.

Please note that this podcast discusses body types in different cultures, gym culture, and force-feeding which some individuals may find difficult.