As health care providers, health educators and parents have tried to address the childhood obesity epidemic in America, the issue of healthy eating and physical activity has become more of a routine conversation in offices, classrooms and at kitchen tables across the country. But what happens when a well-intentioned discussion inadvertently triggers adolescents at risk for or already struggling with an eating disorder? Dr. Alix Timko will sit down for an interview with Laura Cavello to talk about common misconceptions around eating disorders, the challenges that can arise when we talk about weight and eating, and things to consider as we work toward a truly healthy environment for all kids.
As health care providers, health educators and parents have tried to address the childhood obesity epidemic in America, the issue of healthy eating and physical activity has become more of a routine conversation in offices, classrooms and at kitchen tables across the country. But what happens when a well-intentioned discussion inadvertently triggers adolescents at risk for or already struggling with an eating disorder? Dr. Alix Timko will sit down for an interview with Laura Cavello to talk about common misconceptions around eating disorders, the challenges that can arise when we talk about weight and eating, and things to consider as we work toward a truly healthy environment for all kids.
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