Demi Lovato Says She's Not "Fully Healed" From Eating Disorder: "A Manageable Battle"

Demi Lovato is redefining what recovery looks like. On the“Street You Grew Up On”podcast, the singer opened up about her eating disorder, saying she doesn’t view herself as fully healed. Instead, she described food as“a battle for the rest of my life, but it’s a manageable battle”— a perspective that swaps perfection for something far more honest.

Lovato, 34, also shared how cooking became an unexpected part of her healing journey. Her first cookbook,One Plate at a Time, dropped earlier this year, turning something she once struggled with into a source of creativity and freedom. She also reflected on her It’s Not That Deep tour, admitting she worried fans would judge her after gaining weight, but found love and acceptance instead.“My worth isn’t in my body,”she said.

The takeaway? Recovery isn’t a straight line, and that’s not a setback. Lovato’s message of body acceptance over perfection is resonating with fans and opening up a bigger conversation about mental health and body image. What’s one small thing you do to feel good in your own skin? Tell us in the comments.