Kristina Saffran, the CEO of Equip, joins RealPod to share her journey from battling anorexia at a young age to co-founding Equip, a company revolutionizing eating disorder treatment with virtual care. Kristina shares the genetic and environmental factors that contribute to eating disorders, her personal struggle with anorexia starting at age 10, and the challenges she faced during recovery. She discusses the importance of family-based treatment and the need for accessible, evidence-based care. Kristina also talks about the societal impact of diet culture and the mission of Equip to provide effective, at-home treatment. This episode dives into the complexities of eating disorders, the importance of early intervention, and Kristina’s vision for a future where everyone has the support they need to recover!

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