Eating Disorders
6 articles on Eating Disorders, written by Shotlee and medically reviewed for clinical accuracy.
How Layla Taylor Got GLP-1 in Utah: Eating Disorder Warning
Reality star Layla Taylor shares her concerning experience obtaining a GLP-1 prescription with alarming ease in Utah, revealing how the medication became an 'unhealthy crutch' amid her long-term battle with an eating disorder. Her story highlights critical gaps in patient screening and mental health considerations.
7 min read
Why Silencing Food Noise Requires More Than Ozempic
Food noise isn't just hunger—it's exhausting mental commentary on dieting, body image, and worthiness shaped by culture. While Ozempic and GLP-1 agonists like Wegovy promise relief, clinicians Bronwyn Wood and Courtney Nelson argue for a broader approach. Their workshops challenge weight-centric care to foster true silencing through body neutrality and informed prescribing.
6 min read
How GLP-1 Drugs May Lead to New Eating Disorders
As millions use GLP-1 medications like Ozempic for weight loss, clinicians are seeing a rise in new eating disorders dubbed 'agonorexia.' These drugs' powerful appetite suppression may drive dangerous food and body image obsessions, even in those without prior history. Experts warn current screening may miss at-risk patients.
6 min read
GLP-1 Obesity Drugs Complicate Life for People with Disordered Eating
Jason Krynicki, once bullied for obesity, now battles anorexia while on Zepbound, fearing weight regain if he stops. GLP-1 drugs curb appetite effectively but complicate lives for those with disordered eating, often without proper screening. Experts highlight risks and call for caution in a weight-stigma culture.
5 min read
GLP-1 Drugs and Eating Disorders: Risks of Telehealth Prescribing
A woman's relapse into an eating disorder after online prescription of GLP-1 drugs highlights growing concerns about telehealth practices. Experts from the Royal College of GPs warn of safety gaps, urging caution with these powerful medications. Discover the science, risks, and best practices for safe use.
4 min read
Fresh Insights into Mounjaro for Weight Loss Could Improve Impulsive Eating Treatments
Recent research from the University of Pennsylvania indicates that tirzepatide, known as Mounjaro and Zepbound, may lessen brain signals linked to persistent food cravings. The study suggests potential advancements in treating conditions like binge eating disorder by targeting the neurological roots of 'food noise'.
3 min read