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Read the latest blogs on eating disorders. Written by our supporters, they cover real life experiences including recovery.

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We asked people affected by ARFID what they would like others to know about the often misunderstood condition.

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Advanced eating disorder dietitians Sarah Fuller and Clare Ellison discuss the difference between ARFID and 'picky eating'.

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Our supporter Frankie shares their experience of discovering they have ARFID, and how far they've come in their recovery

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Ravi took on an incredible ice swimming challenge to raise life-changing money for Beat

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Beat supporter Laura shares her inspirational story, and reflects on the links between mental and physical recovery

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While back in her family home for the holidays, Lauren reflects on how far she's come in her eating disorder recovery journey...

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Our supporter Lisa shares her motivational story about eating disorder recovery and all it has to offer

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Our supporter Bee shares her advice for navigating the festive season with an eating disorder

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Our supporter Hannah discusses finding peace with anorexia, recovery and how the Beat helpline helped her and her family

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Jenny Nesbitt, a Professional Athlete, discusses her recovery journey and how running saved her life

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Our supporter Lucy discusses living with Type 1 Diabetes & an eating disorder, sharing her experiences of recovery and hope

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Our supporter Chloe discusses the intersection between neurodivergence and eating disorders, sharing her experiences of BED

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