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Anorexia

Beating anorexia can be hard, but we can help you start to recover.

Bulimia

Bulimia can feel scary, but we can support you and help you recover.

Binge eating

Get advice on coping with wanting to eat a lot of food.

Other eating problems

Find out more about other kinds of eating problems.

Staying healthy

Get advice on keeping fit and healthy.

Eating problems during Ramadan: Amina's story

Amina struggled with eating problems during the month of Ramadan when Muslims fast.

Getting help

It can really help to talk to someone you trust. Find out about getting help.

Advice about helping a friend

If you're worried about a friend, we can help.

Watch: Do I have an eating problem?

Recovering from an eating disorder

Bigorexia ft. Ram

Who You See in the Mirror

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Message boards

Talk anonymously with other young people about eating problems.

Ask Sam

Write a message to Sam about anything, or look at what other people have asked.

Get support

We're here for you on the phone or online. Or try getting support from other young people on our message boards.

Toolbox

Take your mind off things with games, use our tools to find ways to cope or get creative and let your feelings out. It’s all in your handy toolbox.