“It’s become increasingly rare to find health professionals who are genuinely compassionate and put integrity before profit and self-interest. Lydia and Sarah are the real thing.”
By Lydia Jade Turner This article was first published in ABCs The Drum. Last week The Sydney Morning Herald’s economic writer Jessica Irvine published a piece boasting about her weight loss success. She had lost 19 kilograms in less than a year. Irvine extolled the virtues of one simple equation: “calories in minus calories out.” [...]
Last week co-director Lydia Jade Turner was interviewed on Today Tonight about OK! Magazine’s weight loss trickery. Please note at BodyMatters we do not endorse dietitian Melanie McGrice’s view that new mothers should be back to their pre-baby shape within 6 months of giving birth.
Earlier this week, The Morning Show asked Lydia about the emergence of day spas for children in the UK and US. Manicures, pedicures, spray tans, waxing, facials and costly haircuts are all part of the package. Is this just a bit of fun or should parents be concerned? Appearing alongside Lydia is parenting expert Dr [...]
Earlier this week, co-director Lydia was interviewed on The Morning Show about a new photoshop ratings system that reveals the degree to which a photo has been digitally manipulated. She was asked about its potential impact on body image. Felicity Harley, editor of Women’s Health Magazine, and marketing expert Tim Burrowes, also shared their views.
Recently, co-director Sarah McMahon appeared on The Morning Show, discussing the emergence of ‘sub-zero’ sizes for celebrities. Trigger warning: please note that this segment mentions specific weights which may be triggering to those experiencing eating disorders.