Billie Eilish discusses taking diet pills at 12 and ‘starving herself’

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Billie Eilish has opened up about her "horrible" relationship with her body, admitting she took diet pills aged just 12. To be quite honest with you, I only started wearing baggy clothes because of my body.” Describing the growth she's had with her body image, Eilish, who has an auditory processing disorder and was diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome, said she now has a healthier mindset compared to her earlier teen years. Recommended Shaming Billie Eilish is a reminder of impossible standards for women Eilish admitted she never expected her body to be something people on social media would discuss, whether seeing her as a champion for body positivity or critiquing her shape and the way she chooses to dress. "So that’s great.” It’s not the first time Eilish has discussed her body image as well as her clothing choices.