Understanding the Spectrum: Disordered Eating vs Eating Disorder

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.Episodes drop every Thursday.What You’ll Learn:Difference between disordered eating and eating disordersSpectrum of eating behaviours from intuitive eating to clinical diagnosisFactors contributing to eating disorders: biological, psychological, socioculturalImportance of seeking support earlyImpact of diet culture and societal pressuresResources & 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 supportConnect with Talia:Talia’s Instagram: @tcnutritionFood Is Food Instagram: @foodisfoodpodWebsite & Mailing List: www.taliacechele.com Clinic Enquiries: https://www.taliacecchele.com/contact Support the Podcast:If this episode resonated with you, you can support Food is Food by:Following or subscribing to the podcastLeaving a 5* reviewSharing this episode with someone who might find it helpfulDisclaimer:This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only and is not a substitute for individual medical or dietetic advice.