Welcome to Michelle's first comedy lecture; Fat Brain / Skinny Body which helped bring out the humor from eating disorders in high schools and colleges across the country.

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"Fat Brain/Skinny Body" - A lecture that approaches the serious topic of eating disorders through the humor and wit of comedian, Michelle Garb. Eating disorders are everywhere and who better to discuss this difficult subject matter than a recovered anorexic? Michelle Garb is about to help you make a difference. By discussing this problem openly and with humor, "Fat Brain/Skinny Body" takes away some of the shame that often accompanies an eating disorder and paves the way towards recovery. Using her personal struggle with anorexia as a starting point, Michelle then guides the audience through the dangers of bulimia and compulsive overeating. The lecture is augmented with a multi-media presentation that keeps it informative and visually interesting.
The media continues to dictate and flaunt an unobtainable body image and as a result, everyone becomes affected; whether it's through a roommate, a girlfriend, a boyfriend, or even yourself.
"Fat Brain/Skinny Body" is a great step in the right direction.

Awareness. Prevention. Recovery.

Speaking on the subject of eating disorders, Michelle has recently performed at: Cornell University,Coastal Carolina University, Dutchess Community College, Albertson College, Troy State University, University of Central Michigan, Troy University, Everett Community College, Brandies University, Coe College, Western Carolina University, Bay Path Collge, Lees-McCrae University, Riverland College, College of St. Catherines, MN, U.S. Naval Accademy, Cal Poly University, York College, Cal State Northridge, Everette Community College, University Of Arkansas-Little Rock, and the University of Alaska, Juneau to name just a few."Fat Brain/Skinny Body" national tour has continued from 2005 to 2007 and is still ongoing on a modified schedule to allow time for Michelle's new "I'm Going Mental" show.

Michelle Garb -
Recovered anorexic and comedian has created "Fat Brain/Skinny Body" as a result of her own 15-year battle with anorexia. Michelle has experienced, first hand, the personal losses that result from an eating disorder. She is active in her recovery and in addition to a national tour with "Fat Brain/Skinny Body", Michelle is in the process of forming "Edith Eats", a non-profit eating disorder organization and co-created the show, "Two Thin".

As a comedian, Michelle has worked in all the major clubs in New York and Los Angeles and was most recently seen on the Chris Rock Show.

She is currently taking her newest show on the road, "I'm Going Mental - mental illness with a dose of humor." Look for her at a college or university near you soon.

EDAP Eating Disorder Awareness & Prevention- www.edap.org

Something Fishy Website
on Eating Disorders - www.somethingfishy.org

The Renfrew Center for women's mental health
and eating disorders - www.renfrewcenter.com

Massachusetts Eating Disorder Association: www.medainc.org

Center for Change: www.centerforchange.com

Eating Disorders are serious and potentially fatal. If you recognize any eating disordered behaviors in yourself or a friend, please seek help immediately. The sooner you get help, the sooner you can move on with your life. Help is available and it's just a click away: