Valeria Levitin has often been called one of the thinnest women in the world, weighing just four stone despite standing 5ft 8in tall. Her extreme thinness is far below what health experts consider a safe weight for someone of her height. Yet instead of inspiring admiration for her appearance, Valeria urges young girls not to idolize dangerously thin bodies. The attention she receives, she says, should serve as a stark warning about the real and serious consequences of eating disorders.

Originally from Russia and now living in Monaco, Valeria has shared that she regularly receives messages from young women who see her figure as something to emulate. Some even ask her for advice on how to achieve her level of thinness. Alarmed by these requests, she has spoken out against anorexia, emphasizing that she would never guide anyone toward a lifestyle she describes as destructive, painful, and potentially life-threatening.

Valeria’s struggle with food began in her teenage years. Influenced by her mother’s concern about family weight patterns and compounded by the pressures of moving to a new school in Chicago at 16, she became obsessed with controlling her diet. Hurtful comments from classmates intensified her insecurities, and by her early twenties, her weight had dropped dramatically. Attempts to pursue modeling only reinforced harmful messages, making her feel “still too fat.” Over time, her body became severely restricted in what it could tolerate, and her condition began affecting both her health and her personal relationships.

Despite the challenges, Valeria continues to share her story in the hope of preventing others from going down the same path. She has consulted numerous health specialists and faced life-threatening consequences, yet she remains focused on recovery. Looking to the future, Valeria speaks about seeking balance, healing, and fulfilling her dream of becoming a mother—offering a message of resilience and hope amid the harsh realities of living with an eating disorder.