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Recovery Talk · Dec 30, 2025 · 37 min

Chew & Spit (CHSP)

In this episode, I discuss chewing and spitting (CHSP): what it is, why people with eating disorders may engage in this behaviour, and why it can be so harmful both mentally and physically. Topics covered include: What CHSP is and the underlying drivers of the behaviour The CHSP “habit loop” and how it becomes entrenched Metabolic and dental consequences Mental, emotional, and social impacts Strategies for recovery and breaking the cycle Coaching & other enquiries: letsrecover.co.uk

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In this episode, I discuss chewing and spitting (CHSP): what it is, why people with eating disorders may engage in this behaviour, and why it can be so harmful both mentally and physically.

Topics covered include:

  • What CHSP is and the underlying drivers of the behaviour

  • The CHSP “habit loop” and how it becomes entrenched

  • Metabolic and dental consequences

  • Mental, emotional, and social impacts

  • Strategies for recovery and breaking the cycle

Coaching & other enquiries: letsrecover.co.uk

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