Candace Cameron-Bure Quotes This Scripture on the Dr. Oz Show While Sharing Her Battle with Eating Disorder, Protecting Her Children from It

Leah Marieann Klett : Nov 18, 2016
The Gospel Herald

"I got into a cycle of binge eating and feeling such guilt and shame for that, that I would start purging. And without even knowing, it soon just took over to a point where you feel such a loss of control." — Candace Cameron-Bure

(Los Angeles, CA) — [The Gospel Herald]  Christian actress Candace Cameron-Bure has opened up about the importance of instilling a positive body image in children, as eating disorders are far too common across the United States. (Photo Credit: Facebook via The Gospel Herald)

During a recent appearance on The Dr. Oz Show, the 40-year-old "Fuller House" actress, who has three children -  Natasha, 18, son Lev, 16, and son Maksim, 14 - shared how she makes body positivity a priority in her home, quoting Psalm 139:14.

"As a mom, I'm always telling my children, 'Love who you are,'" she said. "'You are beautifully and wonderfully made. You are unique and there is no one like you. Embrace it and love it.'"

However, Bure, who is also a co-host on "The View," said she tells her children that if they begin to struggle with eating disorders, it's okay to ask for help.

"If there is a point of struggle in your life, the first step is to tell someone," she said. "I think that's the hardest thing to do, and once you …”

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