The landscape around our discussion of food has changed immensely in the past 10 years alone. The more we learn about genetics, nutrition, and body dysmorphia, the more we’re able to increase our empathy and sensitivity toward all bodies.
Unless you’re Kyle Richards. One of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 13’s nastiest moments came when Kyle said Sutton Stracke didn’t eat, which some saw as implying she had an eating disorder. Kyle let loose with the comment after Sutton pushed her about her marriage.
Crystal Kung Minkoff commented on Kyle’s accusation, saying how hurtful it could be. Crystal has been open about her struggles with bulimia in the past, likely having first-hand experience with such comments. Now, Teddi Mellencamp has decided to weigh in as well.
Teddi pressures Sutton to “talk about” her eating
On the December 7 episode of her podcast, Teddi spoke on Kyle’s accusations that Sutton wasn’t eating properly. “The truth of the matter is,” she began, “she doesn’t [eat well]. And, so, she can be annoyed about it, or she can start to talk about it.” Note the hypocrisy – Sutton has to talk about her alleged problems, but Kyle can remain silent when confronted with rumors.
Teddi then spoke about other Housewives, including herself. “Crystal has been very open about her eating situation,” she said. “And I feel like I have been quite open about my highs and lows with it, but watching somebody in a situation where the majority of your calories are being taken in from vodka and ocean spray is not ideal.”
It should go without saying, but it is hardly Teddi’s place to say such things on her podcast of all places. Broadcasting Sutton’s alleged eating habits (not to mention Crystal’s past) to her thousands of listeners is irresponsible at best, whether those allegations are true or not. If Teddi is truly concerned for Sutton, perhaps she should talk to her privately.
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