The Harms of Eating Disorder Myths
At least 30 million Americans will struggle with an eating disorder in their lifetime, yet fewer than 1 in 10 ever receive the treatment they need. Why is the gap so huge?
In this episode of Your Diet Sucks, registered dietitian Kylee Van Horn and elite ultrarunner Zoë Rom bust the most common myths about eating disorders, who they affect, how they’re diagnosed, and why treatment so often fails. We trace the history of eating disorder research, unpack how weight stigma and diet culture shape care today, and explain why so many cases get labeled “atypical.” Finally, we dig into solutions: how shifting beliefs about mental health and nutrition can improve access to evidence-based treatment and help dismantle a broken system.
If you’ve ever wondered about the real science behind eating disorders, the impact of stigma, or how treatment can change for the better, this episode is for you.
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