Heroin chic is returning as a popular body size and it’s not something to celebrate. Should we stop embracing body size diversity and aspire to be something we are not, which may in fact be unhealthy? The answer is absolutely not. In this episode, Illa and TMN Coach Courtney discuss the harmful effects of undereating, including being too skinny. From losing hair and sleepless nights to surgical complications and a slower metabolism, undereating doesn’t do a body good. Tune in to learn more including tips on how to lose weight in a healthy way.

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Links mentioned:

• NY Post Article on Heroin Chic is back

• Mayo Clinic: Bone Health -Tips to keep your bones healthy

• Maternal underweight and the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight

• Relationship between Weight, Body Mass Index, and Bone Mineral Density

3 ways undereating can be harmful:

• When you undereat, you lose muscle. When you lose muscle, you slow your metabolism down and have less energy. As we age over 30, these things are harder to rebuild once lost. 

• Bone density goes down when you undereat, leading to brittle bones and more fractures. This damage is hard to repair and even harder to reverse. 

• Pregnancy complications. When you undereat or are underweight, it becomes more difficult to get pregnant and increases your chances of having a premature baby. Your baby may also not be getting the nutrients it needs to develop properly.

Hi! I’m Illa (MS, RDN) and I am a Registered Dietitian who provides weight loss coaching for millennials. There are so many health companies and fad diets out there that want to convince you to buy their products, but I’m here to show you that you don’t need any products to lose weight! It just takes a little behavior change and food tracking.

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