Medical Referral Policy
Eating Free has a Medical Referral Policy because we care about you.
Coaching is designed to complement the work of healthcare providers that you may need or be receiving. It does not replace it.
If your health is at risk, we will encourage you to seek medical care immediately. The onus is then on you to access medical care.
Seeking Medical Support Without Shame
If the way you eat and the way you feel about your own body is causing you distress physically and/or mentally, please see a doctor or visit your nearest health facility immediately.
You have a right to seek medical support without fear or shame.
Read Eating Free’s Values.
CONTENT WARNING: The following covers disordered eating and eating disorders and their health impacts. It may be sensitive for some readers.
- Your eating struggles and/or your eating disorder is not your fault.
- Eating disorders can lead to serious health complications, and can be fatal.
- If you live with diabetes and are struggling with overeating, binge eating, bulimia, food restriction or withholding insulin to lose weight, you are at significant risk of severe and potentially life-threatening complications.
- Being significantly overweight or underweight can compromise your health.
- If your physical health is under threat and if you feel unstable in any way at any time, please visit a doctor or your nearest health facility immediately.
- If your mental health is under threat and if you feel unstable in any way at any time, please visit a doctor or your nearest health facility immediately