Camila is done with dieting

Camila Mendes, who plays the role of Veronica Lodge in Riverdale, is a vocal advocate for those who struggle with eating disorders, having had one herself in the past. Recently, the actress shared a powerful message that she posted on her Instagram. Mendes opened up about her own self-image and why she’s done dieting for her own good. 

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She captioned the post as, “When did being thin become more important than being healthy? I recently went to a naturopath for the first time in my life. I told her about my anxiety around food and my obsession with dieting. She phrased a pivotal question in such a way that struck a chord with me: what other things could you be thinking about if you didn’t spend all your time thinking about your diet? I suddenly remembered all the activities I love that used to occupy my time. At some point in my life, I allowed my obsession with being thin to consume me, and I refused to make room in my mind for any other concerns.”