S1 - #9 Priya Tew: Food Anxiety, Control and Disordered Eating

Nothing's Off The Menu is proudly sponsored by ChicP - the UK's fastest growing hummus brand - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Healthy Hummus & Dips | ChicP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠In this episode, I am joined by Priya Tew, an award-winning eating disorder dietitian, author and founder of Dietitian UK and the Recovery Tribe. With almost 20 years of experience, Priya shares compassionate, evidence-based insights into the complex relationship between food, anxiety, control, and eating disorders.Together, we discuss:What food anxiety is and why it developsThe role of control in disordered eatingCommon myths and misconceptions about eating disordersHow to support yourself or a loved oneWhere to seek trusted helpTrigger warning: This episode contains discussions about eating disorders, disordered eating, body image, and food anxiety. Please listen with care.If today’s conversation resonates with you, support is available. UK Eating Disorder SupportBeat - https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/– The UK's leading eating disorder charity, providing support, information, web chat, and helplines for people affected by eating disorders, as well as family and friends.NHS - https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/eating-disorders/ – Information about eating disorders, symptoms, treatment, and how to access NHS services.Follow Priya on socials: @priya_tewContact Priya - dietitianuk.co.uk