See The Signs
How can you tell if you or a loved one may be suffering from an Eating Disorder?
Behaviors That May be Linked to Disordered Eating
Strategic Social Planning around Food Exposure
Have you noticed that a loved one is showing signs of choosing events, schedules, or friendships based around how easily food can be controlled or avoided?
Attachment to numbers
In many cases, people with developing eating disorders become emotionally reactive to calories, macros, step counts, clothing sizes, and the numbers shown on the scale.
Excessive Moral Language about Food
People who struggle with "food rules" in eating disorders often use excessive vocabulary such as "clean" "bad" "good" "deserved" to describe food.
When signs and symptoms are present, what can we do?
If this is a concern about a loved one, start with curiosity, not accusation. Avoid comments about weight, appearance, or food intake. Instead, focus on what you have observed, such as stress levels and overall mood. Lead with concern, never with shame. Remember that compassion creates safety, and encourage support early on.
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Never monitor or force food. Avoid challenging "diet culture" language or trends, and reinforce identity beyond physical appearance.
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If this is a personal concern, you deserve support. You do not have to wait until you feel "sick enough." Reaching out early can prevent increased physical and psychological harm. Recovery looks different for everyone, which is why the Win In Recovery Project was created to help you.
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Both situations: reach out to primary care providers, licensed therapists, and registered dietitians.