Hilaria Baldwin Discusses 20-Year Struggle with Eating Disorder

Hilaria Baldwin, wife of actor Alec Baldwin, has shared details about her 20-year battle with an eating disorder. In an interview with SiriusXM’s Page Six Radio, the 42-year-old yoga instructor revealed that her struggles began at the age of five, leading to experiences with anorexia, bulimia, overeating, and undereating. Baldwin stated, "I had a really bad eating disorder for 20 years, and I really struggled with it." She explained that her obsession with food disconnected her from recognizing her body's hunger and fullness cues. Her recovery journey involved learning to identify these signals and choosing foods that made her feel good, rather than viewing them as forbidden. Baldwin noted that her eating disorder affected her social interactions and relationships, making ordinary experiences stressful. She expressed a desire to recover before having children to avoid passing on her unhealthy habits. Now, she aims to teach her children about balance and a healthy relationship with food, allowing treats without shame. Baldwin has previously discussed her eating disorder in her memoir, The Living Clearly Method, and emphasized the importance of focusing on health rather than weight.