Eating disorders do not discriminate when it comes to age, size, gender, or race. In fact, we know that fatphobia has racist roots. Yet the Black community is still underrepresented in the eating disorder conversation.
Although eating disorders exist in every community, not everyone experiences an eating disorder in the same way. Race, class, gender, ethnicity, culture and family history can all shape a person’s experience with an eating disorder. That is why it is so important for everyone to see themselves represented in eating disorder recovery content.
Here are Black eating disorder recovery and anti-diet content creators to follow on Instagram. These dietitians, therapists, and advocates share inspiring advice, important reminders, and little-known truths about the diet industry, health, and weight.
***These are all fantastic resources, but remember, following an informative Instagram account cannot replace going to eating disorder therapy, body image therapy, or nutritional counseling.
Black Eating Disorder Recovery and Anti-Diet Content Creators
The Nutrition Tea
Health At Every Size-informed dietitian Shana Spence approaches the nutrition conversation with humor and wit, dispelling myths about food morality and diet culture BS.
The Lovely Becoming
A therapy intern and podcast host interested in disordered eating and OCD, Mimi Cole creates a space where anorexia is validated in all bodies.
Kaysha Thomas
Kaysha Thomas is specialized in trauma-informed nutrition. She advocates for racial healing and body liberation for Black women.
Black and Embodied
Mental health therapist Alishia McCullough co-hosts an eating disorder support group for Black folks. In her work, she emphasizes body justice and fat liberation.
ET the RD
Esther Tambe is a weight-inclusive dietitian who dismantles diet culture and promotes body respect in her content.
Well with Oli
Olimata is a 20-something blogger with a podcast titled “I Don’t Know Who Needs to Hear This, But…” where she chats about all things recovery, pop culture, and mental health in the Black community.
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