France has banned unhealthily thin models and this is a wonderful thing.
Having suffered from anorexia for many years, I know I was significantly influenced by what I saw in the media.
Anorexia, for me, was not just about a fear of fat but a strong desire to be extremely skinny.
I’ve recovered from anorexia – This is what a day in my life looks like
I do not blame the fashion industry for me developing anorexia but I’m really glad to hear the news today that they are going to have to take some action to manage the issue responsibly.
It is well-known that although genetics can predispose an individual to an eating disorder, environmental factors also play an important part.
Research has shown that people with anorexia actually experience a positive feeling when they view images of underweight people.