Why This Prue Leith Expression Has Been Getting Criticism

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Prue Leith discussed her potentially harmful comments on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs program, stating, “I don’t know why I say it. It’s just an expression of how much I love something … They (Beat) say that I mustn ‘t say it because people then, who have an eating disorder feel guilty, they feel unhappy, and so they’ll eat more. So perhaps I’ll stop saying it,” Leith said (via Hello!).

But some are saying Leith’s words aren’t enough. While Beat replied to Leith’s comments with a tweet stating, “We are thankful to Prue for considering how language about food can impact people with eating disorders,” some commenters on the post weren’t as forgiving. “Whilst it’s good that she’s acknowledged the complaints, I think her comments – ‘perhaps I’ll stop’ and ‘they tell me i mustn’t’ are patronizing and insincere – consequently still contributing to the stigma surrounding eating disorders,” wrote Twitter user @katymarshall_.

If you are struggling with an eating disorder, or know someone who is, help is available. Visit the National Eating Disorders Association website or contact NEDA’s Live Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. You can also receive 24/7 Crisis Support via text (send NEDA to 741-741).

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