Let’s talk about eating

How are your eating habits? Do you enjoy your food? Look forward to mealtimes? Or do you find eating difficult? Are you eating too much? Or not eating enough? Do you avoid eating in front of others? Do you feel you’re putting on too much weight?

If you have any worries, concerns or questions about your eating habits than the School Nurse is a good person to talk to. You can come and see us at our health drop-ins, which we offer at each secondary school across Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Or you can arrange a one-to-one appointment or get in touch with us by texting “I’d like advice about eating” to our ChatHealth service as follows:

• If you live in Brighton and Hove text: 07480 635423
• If you live in West Sussex text: 07480 635424

Further information

• Beat. The UK’s eating disorder charity is a champion, guide and friend to anyone who struggles with eating. They have a helpline which is open 365 days a year from 9am to 8pm during the week, and 4pm to 8pm on weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Bee Zee Bodies. A free, award-winning 12-week course for families. You’ll learn about healthy eating, exercise and wellbeing and can either join a virtual group online or attend sessions in your local community. There will be lively, interactive sessions with fun exercises, games and quizzes which will help you turn simple changes into healthy habits for life! Please note, this service is only available in Brighton and Hove.

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