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Beat Beat is the UK's eating disorder charity. Contact our Helpline - call 0808 801 0677 or DM us. DMs for support are monitored 3pm to 8 pm Monday to Friday.

Our mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. Eating disorders are serious mental illnesses that ruin and, too often, take lives. Around 1.25 million people in the UK suffer from these illnesses, many in secret. They are of all ages, genders and backgrounds – eating disorders do not discriminate. They steal childhoods, devastate relationships and pull families apart. But

, with the right treatment and support, recovery is possible. Our Helpline encourages and empowers people to get help quickly, because we know the sooner someone starts treatment, the greater their chance of recovery. We listen to them, help them to understand the illness, and support them to take positive steps towards recovery. We also support family and friends, equipping them with essential skills and advice, so they can help their loved ones recover whilst also looking after their own mental health. And we campaign to increase knowledge among healthcare and other relevant professionals, and for better funding for high-quality treatment, so that when people are brave enough to take vital steps towards recovery, the right help is available to them. The work we do means that every year lives are saved, families are kept together, and people are able to live free of eating disorders.

It's self-care Sunday ✨ Here are our tips on how to write a gratitude list, to help group yourself and cheer yourself up...
24/05/2026

It's self-care Sunday ✨ Here are our tips on how to write a gratitude list, to help group yourself and cheer yourself up if you're feeling down. What would you put on your gratitude list?

This time tomorrow, our fantastic Edinburgh marathon runners will be getting ready at the start line of this incredible ...
23/05/2026

This time tomorrow, our fantastic Edinburgh marathon runners will be getting ready at the start line of this incredible challenge - and all to support those affected by eating disorders 💜

We are so unbelievably proud of each and every one of you for taking on the and hope you all have an amazing time! Remember, we'll all be cheering you on and all you need to do is put one foot in front of the other - you can do this 💪 Good luck !

We know that the NHS and its clinicians want to provide the best possible care and never intend to deny treatment to tho...
21/05/2026

We know that the NHS and its clinicians want to provide the best possible care and never intend to deny treatment to those who need it. Sometimes though, decisions don’t always fully follow the clinical guidelines.

We support the NHS’s commitment to evidence-based care and believe that everyone with an eating disorder should be able to get help at any stage of their illness.

Our advisory service for politicians is our new service, to get your elected representatives involved, and supporting them to overturn decisions using clinical guidelines.

If you have any questions or need any support for your eating disorder, our Helpline is open Monday-Friday 3pm-8pm.

Supporting a partner with an eating disorder can be difficult to navigate - but remember, you are not alone 💜 Swipe thro...
20/05/2026

Supporting a partner with an eating disorder can be difficult to navigate - but remember, you are not alone 💜 Swipe through to find out how you can support your partner get the help that they need 👇

19/05/2026

“Eating disorders aren’t just about food or even the way your body looks” 👏👏

Last week, we asked our volunteer content creators what they wish people understood about eating disorders, for . Poetica shares how eating disorders are so much more than eating too much or not enough - and they need to be taken seriously.

Late last week was the announcement of a new cross-government Mental Health Strategy for England.This strategy marks a l...
18/05/2026

Late last week was the announcement of a new cross-government Mental Health Strategy for England.

This strategy marks a long-awaited turning point for those struggling with their mental health. A cross-government approach is desperately needed to tackle the inequalities in care across England, ensuring safe and quality treatment for anyone who needs it.

Most importantly, this strategy must not allow eating disorder provision to lag behind other areas of care. The number of people affected by an eating disorder is growing, yet it also has one of the largest treatment gaps across mental health care. It’s clear that the current system is leading to avoidable and costly hospital admissions and, tragically, to preventable deaths.

Throughout this process, we will ensure the voices of anyone affected by eating disorders are heard and, together, work to achieve real change.

Step Out against eating disorders by taking on a walk with your friends, family or colleagues! Choose your route, your t...
18/05/2026

Step Out against eating disorders by taking on a walk with your friends, family or colleagues! Choose your route, your team and the date you’ll be taking part in June - and sign up now 👟👟 https://bit.ly/4urm1t0

In today's blog, Juliet shares how she channelled her recovery from anorexia into a beautiful book, which you can find l...
14/05/2026

In today's blog, Juliet shares how she channelled her recovery from anorexia into a beautiful book, which you can find links to on our website 💜

Thank you Juliet for sharing your story - you can read the full blog here: https://bit.ly/4nmfUUR

Due to extremely high demand, we will now be closing our TCS London Marathon 2027 applications on Monday 18 May at 9am.*...
13/05/2026

Due to extremely high demand, we will now be closing our TCS London Marathon 2027 applications on Monday 18 May at 9am.* Thank you to everyone who has already applied - and if you haven't but want to run for us next year, don't miss out: https://bit.ly/4dRTwQs

*Any applications after this date will unfortunately not be considered.

13/05/2026

“Your body is not a reflection of your mental state.”

It’s , and we want to spread the word that you can’t spot an eating disorder - and that means you can’t base how well someone is based off of how they look. But, there are signs to look out for, based on people’s behaviours instead.

Amber, one of our content creators, shares how commenting on people’s bodies can actually be harmful for those with eating disorders - and suggests what you could talk about instead 👏👏 What do you want people to know about eating disorders?

This year's Mental Health Awareness Week theme is Take Action - and so we wanted to give you some ideas of how you can t...
12/05/2026

This year's Mental Health Awareness Week theme is Take Action - and so we wanted to give you some ideas of how you can take action to support yourself and those in your life affected by eating disorders 🧡

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