Eating Disorders in Chronic Illness with Krista Day-Gloe

In this podcast episode, Krista Day-Gloe, a licensed clinical social worker, discusses the relationship between eating disorders and chronic illnesses such as POTS, MCAS, gastroparesis, and EDS. She explains how symptoms of these chronic conditions can be mistaken for eating disorders or lead to the development of disordered eating habits. Krista emphasizes the need for a mind-body approach and highlights the complexity and interconnectedness of symptoms. She points out that traditional treatment often fails to recognize the underlying medical causes of these eating behaviors. Krista advocates for a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment, involving healthcare providers who understand the intricacies of both eating disorders and chronic illnesses. She also underscores the significance of recognizing symptoms early and seeking help from professionals familiar with these conditions. The concept of ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) is discussed as a key framework for understanding these cases, where food avoidance stems from genuine medical issues rather than a drive for thinness. Listeners are encouraged to build a supportive healthcare team to manage their symptoms effectively.