ED on ED – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz discuss the April 2025 recognition of a unique form of Diabetes (Type 5) affecting those who have experienced prolonged malnutrition at a young age. What do we know about Type 5, and what unique insight could an eating disorder specialist provide to this newly recognized condition?

Research:

https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article/45/6/1428/146920/An-Atypical-Form-of-Diabetes-Among-Individuals

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-04-diabetes.html

https://idf.org/news/new-type-5-diabetes-working-group/

In this episode, Liz and Dr. Ed dive deep into the uber popular diet/lifestyle known as Intermittent Fasting. They break down the diet (by the end you will know what OMAD, 18:6, 20:4 and other lingo mean!) and then get into a very passionate discussion of its effects on the body.  By the end, we offer advice for how to talk to someone in your life who may be pursuing IF. 

Resource: https://newsroom.heart.org/news/8-hour-time-restricted-eating-linked-to-a-91-higher-risk-of-cardiovascular-death

In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz listen to the story of a parent who was told their infant was ‘severely obese’ and needed to be put on a restrictive diet - purely based on the child’s BMI and no other evaluation. This leads them to dive deep into the new AAP guidelines for the treatment of children with obesity - guidelines which are aggressive, applied to as young as 2 years old, and based almost solely on BMI screening. Dr. Ed and Liz use the lens of eating disorder prevention and treatment to assess the weaknesses, dangers, and omissions in these guidelines.  We encourage listeners to stay tuned for part 2, and to read the resources listed below.

AAP’s New GUIDELINES

https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/151/2/e2022060640/190443/Clinical-Practice-Guideline-for-the-Evaluation-and?autologincheck=redirected

https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/151/2/e2022060641/190440/Executive-Summary-Clinical-Practice-Guideline-for

The AED’s recommendation for revision:

https://www.newswise.com/articles/the-academy-for-eating-disorders-releases-a-statement-on-the-recent-american-academy-of-pediatrics-clinical-practice-guideline-for-weight-related-care-first-do-no-harm

Resource for parents/caretakers: How to talk to kids about food and weight:

https://www.whattosaynow.org/simpleguide/

In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz have a vibrant conversation with “Lea” and dive deep into the slippery slope of orthorexia, the red flag of the absence of a period, and how recovery isn’t a single destination.

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In this episode, Liz challenges Dr. Ed to be a “Script Doctor” for Heartstopper Season 2. Heartstopper is a heartfelt British television show about teenagers - and season 2 includes a storyline where a main character, Charlie, is revealed to be struggling with an eating disorder.  Liz and Dr. Ed discuss the show, but more importantly they get into HOW media should portray eating disorders when the target audience is young preteens and teens. 

Also, check out this video on Norman Leer, whose organization connects Hollywood writers with medical professionals to accurately and sensitively portray various issues on screen (he’s also an amazing dude in many other ways as well!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ctf1rVu6MNU&ab_channel=MattBaume 

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In this episode, you get to know Matthew, our editor!  He  listens to our show more than anyone…so today we put him to the test.  How much has he learned just from editing Ed on Ed? Listen to see if Matthew passes the test!

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In this episode, Liz and Dr. Ed look closely at a new set of drugs called semaglutides (brand names include Ozempic and Wegovy) touted by some as “miracle drugs.” Dr. Ed breaks down how the drugs look in the body, and then our hosts go through potential concerns and dangers when the drug is prescribed off-label.  With so much talk about the potential benefits  of the drugs, Dr. Tyson and Liz think it is important to look with a critical eye to balance the conversation.

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When we think about what body parts are endangered by an eatting disorder, the first that comes to mind is probably the heart, or the brain.  But today we are gonna talk all about BONES!  In this episode, Dr. Ed and Liz will discuss all the ways the skeleton can be affected by malnutrition, including true stories of patient struggles.  Yes, Dr. Ed makes some puns, and yes, Liz references an episode of the Magic School Bus.

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In this episode, Dr. Tyson shares the story of “Carson,” an patient who began experiencing mysterious full-body weakness events. After the patient’s father suggested that Carson wear a Continuos Glucose Monitor, Dr. Tyson discovered shockingly low glucose levels that would only improve temporarily after meals - then plummet again to dangerous levels.  

Following an instinct, Dr. Tyson proposed including animal protein in Carson’s meal plans.  The improvement it caused will hopefully spark further research into the usefulness of continuous glucose monitoring during refeeding, as well as the potential benefits of animal protein on sustained glucose levels.  This is a must-listen for medical researchers, dieticians, doctors, and other healthcare specialists who want to begin their own research into these new methods, in order to see if the success Carson experienced can help others in the same position.

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Let’s get into it.  This episode focuses on a current controversial topic in the eating disorder treatment community - the proposal of a new diagnostic category of “terminal anorexia nervosa,” and offering MAID (medical assistance in dying) to those who fit the category.  Liz and Dr. Ed vehemently challenge the claims of the article that proposed the term.  They draw from the expertise of other medical professionals and shine a light on the dangers of that proposed term.  All in all, they discuss the importance of holding onto hope during a patient’s darkest moments.  They highly encourage you to read the articles they reference in the episode linked below:

https://jeatdisord.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40337-022-00548-3

PATRICIA WESTMORELAND, M.D., PHILIP MEHLER, M.D., HARRY BRANDT, M.D.

https://psychnews.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.pn.2022.11.9.4

By Megan Riddle, Anne Marie O’Melia, and Maryrose Bauschka

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9202193/

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