FA is not-for-profit, fully self-supporting organisation which declines outside contributions. It is for men and women who have experienced difficulties because they cannot control their eating or are obsessed with food or weight, and have searched for help around diet, weight loss, and certain eating disorders, FA has proven to be an effective and long-term solution, offering hope and recovery. There are no dues, fees, or meeting weigh-ins. FA is based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and membership is open to anyone who wants help in recovering from food addiction (overeating, under-eating and bulimia).