27/02/2026
‘Recovering from an eating disorder is the biggest achievement of my life.’
At her lowest point, Lowri felt trapped in a ‘damp, isolated hole’. She had to leave university and her relationships were strained – anorexia had control over her life.
Lowri started her journey to recovery after she was referred to Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Eating Disorders services.
With support from staff and compassionate care, Lowri confronted difficult emotions and discovered the root causes of her illness.
‘Once I understood the reason that I became unwell, everything made sense.’
Though it was a difficult journey, Lowri is proud of the resilience she has gained and encourages others: ‘You have the strength within you to reclaim yourself from this illness. You deserve to be free too.’
Thank you Lowri for sharing your story and to the dedicated eating disorders services teams who support patients every day 💙
This week is Eating Disorders Awareness Week. If you are struggling, or know someone who is, please reach out. A GP can refer you to specialist advice and help.
Find out more information ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/eatingdisorders