This was previously published in our April 2026 issue. Trigger warning: This article discusses the topics of eating disorders and food relationships. “I grew up with a negative self-image because of my parents. It was a big thing for me to get...

This was previously published in our April 2026 issue. Despite eating disorders and nutritional struggles being ever-prevalent in schools — with around 22 percent of children, nationally, being reported to struggle with disordered eating, according...

This previously ran in our April 2023 print issue. The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) states that recovering from an eating disorder requires a qualified team of professionals and support from family and friends. There are five stages...

Ever since I was a youngster, I’ve always received comments from my family members about my weight. That’s right, these are the people who were supposed to always love and support me through my life experiences. Terms like “chunky,” “chubby,”...