Eating disorders affect the lives 28.8 million Americans. Researchers have found that education is the first step to reducing stigma around disordered eating and getting life saving treatment.

The Emily Program, based in Minnesota, will launch an extensive webinar series on all aspects of eating disorders for people struggling, their loved ones and care providers. One of their first sessions, “Asking for Help Is Hard – But Recovery Is Worth It!” will feature three-time Olympian and World Cup Champion cross country skier Jessie Diggins.

Diggins and Jillian Lampert, the vice president of communications at The Emily Program, joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about reaching out for help and the prevalence of disordered eating in athletes.

Anyone looking for help with an eating disorder can call The Emily Program at 888-272-0730.

Hosted by Nina Moini, produced by Ellen Finn.