Food, Fear, & Fixation: How OCD Shapes Eating Disorders

Struggling with rigid food rules, overwhelming food-related anxiety, or feeling stuck in repetitive eating patterns? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking the deep connections between OCD and eating disorders—how obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and fear-driven rituals can shape a person’s relationship with food. I’ll explore why these patterns develop, how they differ from general disordered eating, and what steps can help break the cycle. Whether you’re navigating this yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers insight, validation, and a path toward healing. CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES ON OCD, REPETITIVE BEHAVIORS, AND EATING DISORDERS On Obsessions, Compulsions, and Control: How OCD Intertwines With Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. On Repetitive Behaviors & Binge Eating on Apple & Spotify. INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND? Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course In the US, UK, Canada, or Australia? Chat with me about my online binge eating program that provides 1:1 virtual coaching support and online curriculum. It is called the Elite Binge Eating Recovery Method. Need a place to start? Check out my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership. Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be! Check out my blog. Want more information? Email me at [email protected]