This qualitative study published in Appetite explored perspectives and experiences with addictive-like consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages among Indigenous adults. In collaboration with three Indigenous-led organizations as well as researchers Natalie Riediger and Anne Waugh at the University of Manitoba, interviews were conducted with residents of three communities: Island Lake Anisininew First Nation, Flin Flon, and Winnipeg’s North End.

Hot off the press: our recently-published article in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism! This paper highlights the importance of understanding how systemic factors such as racism, weight stigma, and COVID-19 affect the assessment and treatment of eating disorders, and proposed strategies for addressing these inequities. We provide actionable recommendations for clinicians working with individuals with eating disorders; professional development, cultural competence, and equitable assessment and treatment practices are discussed.