In this episode of Food is Food, Talia clarifies the differences between disordered eating and eating disorders, emphasising the importance of recognising signs and seeking support. It explores the spectrum of eating behaviors, diagnostic criteria, and factors contributing to eating disorders, providing valuable insights for anyone concerned about their relationship with food.

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What You’ll Learn:

• Difference between disordered eating and eating disorders
• Spectrum of eating behaviours from intuitive eating to clinical diagnosis
• Factors contributing to eating disorders: biological, psychological, sociocultural
• Importance of seeking support early
• Impact of diet culture and societal pressures

Resources & Links:

• DSM-5 Criteria for Eating Disorders - https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/practice/dsm 
• Butterfly Foundation Australia - https://butterfly.org.au/ 
• Beat UK: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ 
• Free Resource List: https://www.taliacecchele.com/freebies 
• Ellyn Satter Normal Eating Definition: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/how-to-eat/normal-eating/  

Episode Timestamps:
 00:00 – Welcome & introduction
 02:30 – How common eating disorders really are
 04:50 – Understanding diagnoses & overlap between eating disorders
 09:35 – Why disordered eating is hard to define
 11:30 – The spectrum: from intuitive eating to eating disorders
 12:20 – The “3 Ps” model: why eating disorders develop
 15:35 – Barriers to seeking support & cultural considerations
 18:30 – What is disordered eating? Signs to look out for
 21:10 – The role of intention behind food behaviours
 22:50 – What “normal eating” actually looks like
 25:10 – How disordered eating can develop into an eating disorder
 26:40 – Final thoughts: when to seek support

Connect with Talia:

• Talia’s Instagram: @tcnutrition
• Food Is Food Instagram: @foodisfoodpod
• Website & Mailing List: www.taliacechele.com 
• Clinic Enquiries: https://www.taliacecchele.com/contact 

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This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individual medical or dietetic advice.