- Sam Heughan opened up about his experience with a ‘low-level’ eating disorder in a new interview.
- The experience is also detailed in the 42-year-old’s new memoir. Waypoints: My Scottish Journey.
- He wants to shed some light on the topic, as he feels it’s taboo to discuss it as a man.
trial Sam Heughan The face isn’t necessarily the belligerent battle he fought outlander character, Jamie Fraser, but the actor has certainly confronted his own demons. todayhe has his book, Waypoints: My Scottish Journeywhich details his experience with “low-level” eating disorders and how he wants to raise awareness about the body image expectations placed on men in Hollywood.
“As a young actor, I think I was pretty green and inexperienced. There were a lot of pressures in the industry in the beginning that I didn’t quite understand,” the 42-year-old explained. I think there was a certain body type that was being done.”
He went on to add that the topic seems taboo to discuss as a man and he hopes that will change.
“I think women talk about it a lot. [in the book],” He said.
today Host Sheinelle Jones thanked him for sharing candidly.
“I’m glad Sam opened up about his eating disorder. A lot of people don’t realize men struggle with eating disorders too,” one person commented on YouTube. “Thank you for shining a light on how men feel the same pressure as women in your industry.” murmured“It’s something that doesn’t get talked about much.”
“Thank you for your candor,” added another.
This content is imported from youtube. You may be able to find the same content in a different format or find more information on the website.
Heughan was able to turn his negative experiences into positive ones by channeling them into starting a fitness charity. My Peak Challengehas inspired others to lead healthy lifestyles and raised funds for causes ranging from hunger alleviation to cancer research. The organization’s fundamental mission is to provide access to information, and hopes that other people “do not face the same pressure”. today.
Looking back on Hugan’s past, waypoint He recorded a 96-mile solo trek through Scotland’s West Highland Way that tested his strength and resilience. “I had a hard time. I almost gave up,” he told WBUR public radio. Here & Now in October“In the dark, I found myself lost on the banks of Loch Lomond. And it wasn’t until I really slowed down and enjoyed the trip that I started to appreciate the trail itself.”
If you are struggling with an eating disorder and think you need help, National Eating Disorders Association Helpline At (800) 931-2237. You can send a message to a trained crisis counselor by texting HOME at 741741. crisis text line For free.
Kayla Blanton is a freelance writer who reports on all things health and nutrition related to men’s health, women’s health, and prevention. Her hobbies include sipping coffee incessantly and pretending to be a chopped up contestant while cooking.
