
How To Spot Eating Disorders In The Workplace – by Sophie Musgrove

It's estimated 1.25 million people in the UK have an eating disorder.
Here Are Eight Signs Of Employee Eating Disorders In The Workplace!
Preoccupation with food, diets, weight and appearance.
Never eat their lunch around the team.
Avoid work events where food is present.
Scheduling work events around exercise.
Heading straight to the bathroom after eating.
Evidence of binge eating.
High caffeine consumption.
Difficulties concentrating.
(These signs are not exclusive to eating disorders but are just a few ways that could help you identify one)
Eating-disorders are a type of addiction that if gone untreated, may lead to lost productivity and long term medical problems.
I will be six years post bariatric surgery this and I've lost 13 and a half stone in weight since.
I wasn't approached or educated by any of the employers I worked for around any type of addiction.
If you are struggling, make sure you reach out for help.