Podcasts about diet culture

From calorie-counting culture to kitchen confidence, Jillian Hankins shares her journey toward joyful, nourishing meals made with real ingredients. We chat about embracing food freedom, raising kids who eat what's served, and the rhythms that make homemade meals feel doable—even three times a day. With tips for balancing your plate, using seasonal produce, making simple sauces, and working with your natural energy, this conversation is full of encouragement for simplifying healthy eating and making it work for real family life.In this episode, we cover:Jillian's journey from junk food to holistic nutritionGrowing up in diet culture and learning to enjoy food againHow real food helped her heal hormonally and digestivelyDiscovering the joy of cooking after growing up on boxed mealsWhy calorie-counting and food guilt are giving way to freedomReframing dessert as a tool for joy—and for picky eatersTeaching kids to eat what's served with a two-bite rule and protein emphasisHonoring where food comes from and why that shapes how we eatUsing seasonal produce and sales to guide budget-friendly mealsBuilding a simple balanced plate: protein, carb, produce, sauceHow sauces transform meals without adding complexityWeekly rhythms that support homemade meals without burnoutWhy Jillian always plans snacks and treats—not just dinnersDoubling dinner for easy lunches and prepping in pockets of timeUsing rhythms that match your energy instead of fighting itView full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!RESOURCES MENTIONEDCheck out Jillian's monthly meal plans through her Simple Seasons subscriptionJoin my FREE masterclass to learn my 4-step framework for making money on YouTubeMaster the rhythm of sourdough with confidence in my Simple Sourdough courseGain the sewing knowledge and skills every homemaker needs in my Simple Sewing seriesTurn your content creation dreams into a profitable business with my YouTube Success AcademyKeep all my favorite sourdough recipes at your fingertips in my Daily Sourdough cookbookCONNECTJillian Hankins of Jillian Margaret Wellness | Website | InstagramLisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | PinterestDo you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you ever eaten past the point of fullness and immediately thought, “What is wrong with me?”  Maybe you told yourself you had no self-control. Maybe you promised you would start over on Monday. Maybe you felt guilty, frustrated, or ashamed, then tried to fix it with another plan, another set of rules, or another attempt to “be good.” In this episode, we're talking about the restrict binge cycle, and why the story you've been told about it may be completely wrong. Because what if your eating patterns are not a sign that you need more willpower or self-control? What if your body is responding exactly the way it was designed to respond? And what if the very thing you keep turning to for control is the thing keeping you stuck? We're breaking down why food restriction can lead to intense cravings, overeating, and shame, and why willpower is not the answer most people think it is. We also talk about the sneaky ways restriction can show up, even when you are not technically “on a diet.” You'll learn: What the restrict binge cycle is and why so many people get stuck in it Why overeating is not always a lack of self-control How physical restriction and mental restriction can both affect your relationship with food How hunger hormones shift when your body feels deprived, and why willpower was never going to win that fight Why certain foods can feel more tempting when you label them as “bad” or off-limits Why the guilt and shame after a binge keep the binge cycle alive long after the eating stops How diet culture profits from making you believe you are the problem Why self-compassion is such an important part of healing your relationship with food This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt like they cannot trust themselves around food. We hope it helps you see that your body is not the enemy, and that there may be a much kinder, more freeing way forward. Let's rebrand wellness together! Elizabeth, Tara & Maria   Connect with us! The Ultimate Self Care Planner: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.ck.page/9e817ab37e Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition Take the free quiz, What Type of Eater Are You?: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/quiz Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara's Newsletter: www.taradeleonfitness.com/connect Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com   If you want to start a podcast or grow your existing one, visit julianabarbati.com and let them know we sent you!

Co-founder of Clean Food Dirty Girl and certified life coach, Molly Patrick, joins me to talk about why knowing *what* to eat is only half the battle.. We dig into the mindset work behind lasting behaviour change, why abundance — not restriction — is the real engine of sustainable eating, and how dismantling shame-based diet culture is just as important as knowing what to put on your plate. Molly also gets candid about her decade of sobriety, the power of community over perfection, and why the best thing you can do for the non-vegans in your life is to stop lecturing them.

I'm joined by DK Ciccone — comprehensively certified Pilates instructor, pain reprocessing therapy practitioner, and author of You're Meant to Move — for a conversation that is both deeply personal and clinically rich. We talk about what chronic pain actually is, why so many people have been dismissed or mislabeled, and what it looks like to rebuild a relationship with movement that isn't driven by fear, punishment, or diet culture.This was originally a paid episode. Consider upgrading to a paid subscription to keep Full Plate going: https://abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribeIn this episode:DK's journey with chronic pain and her past as a dancerHow chronic pain forms and why the pain is real even in the absence of ongoing tissue damageThe nervous system science behind pain sensitization — and why catastrophizing physically amplifies painKinesiophobia: the fear of movement that develops after chronic pain, and how to work through itSomatic tracking and pain reprocessing therapy as tools for understanding pain signalsHow to explore the difference between pain and discomfortDK's "refuge and reach" framework for rebuilding a movement practice incrementallyExploring functional movement versus "exercise"The research debunking weight loss as a solution for chronic painWhy restriction and dieting actually increase chronic pain risk — and the clinical evidence behind itHow trauma and disconnection from the body compound the chronic pain experienceWhat embodied movement looks like when you're coming back from years of diet culture messagingAbout DK Ciccone: Dana Karen ("DK") Ciccone is a comprehensively certified Pilates instructor who helps people in pain improve strength, mobility, and well-being in a weight-neutral environment. She is trained in pain reprocessing therapy through the Pain Psychology Center and is the founder of Movement Remedies, a chronic pain–focused Pilates studio and movement coaching business. Her book, You're Meant to Move: A Guide to Conquering Chronic Pain, Increasing Stress Resilience, and Reclaiming an Active Life, was released in December 2023.Support the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe Apply for Abbie's Group Membership:Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-group Social media:Find the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcastFind Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellness This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of The Body GrieversⓇ Club, Bri interviews Ashantis Jones, a counselor and ASM-certified personal trainer, about healing body image and movement through an intersectional, weight-inclusive lens. Ashantis shares how her eating disorder recovery, later neurodivergence diagnoses (ADHD/autism traits and ARFID), and experience with fibromyalgia shaped her approach to care, emphasizing that diagnoses can be useful but aren't always required to provide support. They discuss body positivity as a social justice movement, how privilege and systemic oppression—including racism, fatphobia, ableism, and capitalism—shape access to care and eating disorder treatment, and why decolonizing mental health matters. Ashantis explains that weight-inclusive fitness can look the same as weight-centric training, but focuses on functional goals, accommodations, rest, and building body trust rather than weight loss. 06:38 Recovery Origin Story 11:47 Eating Disorder Realizations  13:19 ARFID ADHD Nuance  15:58 Diagnoses And Shame  19:34 Intersectionality Basics 24:10 Decolonizing Mental Health  31:02 Defensiveness And Learning  32:26 Learning Beyond Your Bubble  33:12 Pandemic Backlash and Diet Culture  40:12 Movement as Body Trust  42:45 Chronic Illness and Ableism Realities  56:13 Read Books Not Hot Takes   WANT MORE OF ASHANTIS? https://www.ashantisjones.com/  https://www.patreon.com/bodykindnutrition/about  WANT MORE OF BRI? *Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri
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Is it perimenopause, or are you just finally fed up with the world? Honestly, it might be both.In this listener Q&A, I'm answering the questions so many of you have been sending me, and they're the kind that probably sound familiar. We start with mood, because so many of us feel more irritable, less patient, and a lot less willing to tolerate things we used to put up with. I'll walk you through what's happening with your hormones and neurotransmitters, and why your reasons for feeling done are still valid even when biology is part of the picture.From there, I tackle the big one: the belief that decades of dieting have "broken" your metabolism. I talk about what's really driving the lose-it-gain-it cycle, why intermittent fasting leaves so many women feeling awful, and the food guilt that shows up over something as ordinary as two slices of bread.I also answer a question that pulled at my heart, from a parent who overheard their daughter say she needed to "walk off" her dessert. If you've ever heard your own voice come out of someone you love, this one is for you.If any of this lands, I'd love to keep the conversation going. You'll find a link in the show notes to send me your questions for the next Q&A, and if you're ready for support:Book a callBecome a Feaster Send me your question for a future Q&A episode! Related episodes you'll love:#132: Why You Need to Put Capacity, Self-Compassion & Self-Care on the Menu#147: Why You Keep Starting Over Every Monday#136: Health vs. Weight: Debunking the Biggest Wellness Myth with Val Schonberg, RDWhat did you think of this episode? Click here and let me know!

Have you ever wondered where your beliefs about food, weight, and body image actually came from? Many people assume their eating disorder, body dissatisfaction, or disordered eating patterns developed entirely from personal experiences. In reality, family food rules, generational diet culture, and inherited beliefs about bodies often shape our relationship with food long before we recognize what's happening. In this episode of Dr. Marianne-Land, I explore how eating disorders can develop within family systems, why body shame often travels across generations, and what happens when you begin questioning the food and body rules you inherited. Through the story of a fictional client named Esme, we examine how childhood messages about weight, dieting, health, and appearance can become deeply embedded in adulthood, even when they were never spoken directly. Whether you're recovering from anorexia, binge eating disorder, bulimia, ARFID, chronic dieting, or longstanding body image struggles, this conversation offers a compassionate look at the ways family history and diet culture can influence recovery. What You'll Learn In this episode, you'll learn how family food rules shape eating behaviors and body image across generations, why children often absorb beliefs about food and weight without realizing it, and how multigenerational diet culture can contribute to eating disorders and disordered eating. You'll also learn why inherited beliefs often feel like facts, how anti-fat bias and cultural beauty standards influence family conversations about bodies, and why recovery frequently involves examining long-held assumptions about food, health, worth, and appearance. Why Family Systems Matter in Eating Disorder Recovery Eating disorders rarely develop in a vacuum. Many people grow up surrounded by messages about dieting, weight loss, body size, exercise, and food morality that seem completely normal at the time. Those messages often become part of a family's culture, shaping how people think about hunger, fullness, health, self-worth, and belonging. When clients begin recovery, they often discover that some of the rules guiding their relationship with food did not originate with them. Instead, those beliefs may have traveled through multiple generations, influenced by diet culture, weight stigma, sexism, anti-fat bias, food scarcity, trauma, and larger social systems. Recognizing these patterns can create opportunities for healing, self-compassion, and greater freedom around food. Who This Episode Is For This episode is for anyone recovering from an eating disorder, struggling with body image, questioning family food rules, or trying to understand how childhood experiences continue to affect their relationship with food. It may be especially helpful for people navigating anorexia recovery, binge eating recovery, bulimia recovery, ARFID recovery, chronic dieting, weight cycling, body image concerns, or the emotional impact of growing up in a family where weight and appearance received significant attention. Related Episodes Family Dynamics & Eating Disorders: How Early Relationships Shape Disordered Eating on Apple & Spotify. How Childhood Trauma Shapes Eating Disorders & Body Shame (Content Caution) on Apple & Spotify. Childhood Trauma & Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller If you're struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, ARFID, binge eating, body image concerns, or the long-term effects of family food rules and diet culture, I offer eating disorder therapy and coaching services designed to help you build a more peaceful and sustainable relationship with food and your body. I specialize in ARFID, binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, neurodivergent eating challenges, and eating disorder recovery for adults and teens. Learn more about working with me at www.drmariannemiller.com. Connect With Me Website: www.drmariannemiller.com Instagram: @drmariannemiller If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who may benefit from this conversation.

Dr. Goldhamer reveals why modern diets are harder to escape than addictions—and how only 2.7% of Americans meet basic health guidelines. #FoodAddiction #HealthCrisis #PleasureTrap

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.comThis is part two of my conversation with Kate Zigrang, founder of Viva Voce — and this is where everything shifts.To hear it: abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribeWe left off last week with Kate at a turning point: an OCD diagnosis, a doctor who finally told her the truth about her health, and something beginning to loosen. This episode is about what came next — the harder, slower, more relational work of actually stepping out of diet culture after a lifetime inside it.We cover:* Going no contact with her parents — the decision, the grief, and what space it created* The complicated dynamic with her mom: over-apologizing, enmeshment, and why leaving felt both impossible and necessary* The slow, specific work of separating her own body from her mother's — learning to look at herself without dread* Religious deconstruction happening simultaneously with the body acceptance work and the mental health work — all three threads unraveling at once* The Manhattan pants incident — eighteen months of traveling the world, unable to find a single pair of pants in her size anywhere in New York City, and the rage that became a turning point* What Viva Voce actually is — a marketplace vetting brands for ethics, sustainability, and genuine size inclusivity* Why she insists on carrying straight and plus sizes in the same space* The pop-up strategy — and why she's bringing it to smaller cities on purpose* A data project collecting real body measurements to understand how clothes could actually be made better* Why belonging is at the center of every decision she makes — and what that looks like in practiceThis episode is for paid subscribers. If you'd like access to this conversation and the full archive, you can subscribe here:abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribeFind Kate and Viva Voce at vivavoce.live and on Instagram @vivavoce.liveSupport the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribeApply for Abbie's Group Membership:Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-groupFind the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcastFind Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellnessPodcast Cover Photography by Anya McInroyPodcast Editing by Brian Walters

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Diets teach us to view the body as a project. You can tinker with what you're eating and transform your body into something different. Then fitness culture doubles down and provides the message that you can shape your body to be whatever you want it to be, you just have to put up with messages like no pain, no gain and a complete disconnection from your body, how it feels, and what resonates with it. I know I spent years and years in this ping pong game of diets and body shaping. Then, saying F this, swinging the pendulum to the opposite side and eating everything I had deprived and barely moving my body, only to still feel horrible that I went crawling back to a diet again because I had no clue what else to do. There is a lot that gets sacrificed seeing the body as a project and this realization often only occurs after months and years when you realize you don't know who you are anymore, how to exist in your body, or what it actually needs. Yet, releasing the habitual relationship with the body as something to change and alter will also potentially change your relationships, the environments you've been interacting with, and the conversations you engage in. It isn't that easy when everyone around you is also in their own body project to say, "hey, ya know what, I'm done working on my body." In this week's episode, I chat with Savala Nolan, writer, author, public speaker, and professor at UC Berkeley about: The journey of recovering from diet cultureUnderstanding the language and psychological impact of dietingEnding the body project and facing the fears and cost of body liberationQuestioning societal normsPractical steps toward body liberationYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/breaking-free-from-diet-cultureThis was such a fantastic conversation. Savala describes exiting diet culture in a way that I've never heard someone capture what it is actually like and what a person may come to face in the process. If you have any insights from this episode, let me know! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Savala: Website: https://savalanolan.com/Substack: https://savala.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savalanolan/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPlSpecial thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.bensou...

Do you spend the entire day feeling in control around food, only to find yourself eating far more than expected at night? If nighttime eating leaves you feeling confused, ashamed, or convinced that you lack willpower, this episode may offer a different perspective. Many people with Night Eating Syndrome focus on what happens after dinner without realizing that the story often begins much earlier. Delayed meals, subtle restriction, chronic stress, ADHD, autism, masking, trauma, sensory overwhelm, and nervous system exhaustion can all shape eating patterns that become more intense in the evening. When we look only at nighttime eating, we often miss the conditions that created it. In this episode of the Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast, Dr. Marianne Miller explores Night Eating Syndrome through a neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed lens. She discusses why nighttime eating is often a predictable response to unmet physiological and emotional needs rather than a sign of laziness, lack of discipline, or personal failure. Understanding Night Eating Syndrome Night Eating Syndrome, often called NES, involves consuming a significant portion of daily food intake during the evening hours or after waking during the night. Many people with Night Eating Syndrome notice little appetite earlier in the day and increasing hunger as the day progresses. Although Night Eating Syndrome can overlap with binge eating disorder, the two experiences are not identical. Understanding the distinction can help people find more effective support and avoid treatments that fail to address the underlying drivers of nighttime eating. Why Nighttime Eating Often Starts Earlier in the Day One of the most overlooked aspects of Night Eating Syndrome is the role of daytime deprivation. Restriction does not always look like skipping meals or intentionally dieting. Sometimes it shows up as rushing through meals, ignoring hunger cues, eating foods that never feel satisfying, relying on caffeine to suppress appetite, or becoming so busy that nourishment consistently falls to the bottom of the priority list. Over time, the body responds to those unmet needs. For many people, nighttime becomes the point when hunger, exhaustion, stress, and emotional depletion can no longer be ignored. ADHD, Autism, Masking, and Eating at Night Neurodivergent adults often face unique challenges around food and eating. ADHD can make meal planning, meal timing, and hunger awareness more difficult. Autism can influence sensory experiences, interoception, routines, and food preferences. Many neurodivergent people also spend significant energy masking throughout the day, navigating sensory demands, social expectations, and executive functioning challenges. By evening, the nervous system may be depleted. Food can become a source of grounding, comfort, regulation, predictability, stimulation, or relief. This episode explores how neurodivergence can shape nighttime eating patterns in ways that are frequently misunderstood within traditional eating disorder treatment models. The Connection Between Restriction and Night Eating Syndrome Many people blame nighttime eating for their distress while overlooking the role of restriction. Whether restriction stems from dieting, weight stigma, food rules, sensory challenges, executive functioning barriers, or chronic stress, the body often responds by increasing attention to food and hunger later in the day. Rather than viewing nighttime eating as evidence of a lack of control, Dr. Marianne encourages listeners to consider what their body may be trying to communicate. Weight Stigma, Diet Culture, and Shame Diet culture frequently rewards people for disconnecting from hunger and ignoring physical needs. At the same time, society often condemns the very eating behaviors that emerge when deprivation accumulates. This contradiction leaves many people feeling trapped in cycles of guilt and self-criticism. In this episode, Dr. Marianne examines how anti-fat bias, productivity culture, and cultural pressure to suppress needs can contribute to Night Eating Syndrome and nighttime eating struggles. What You'll Learn You'll learn how Night Eating Syndrome differs from binge eating disorder, why subtle forms of restriction often go unnoticed, how ADHD and autism can influence eating patterns, why masking and burnout can increase vulnerability to nighttime eating, and how shame frequently keeps people stuck in cycles that make sense from a nervous system perspective. You'll also gain a more compassionate framework for understanding nighttime eating and practical ways to begin approaching these patterns with curiosity instead of self-judgment. Related Episodes Anorexia & Night Eating Syndrome: Why Restriction Fuels Night Eating & What Helps on Apple & Spotify. Night Eating Syndrome on Apple & Spotify (my 2nd most popular podcast episode of all time!) Understanding Night Eating Syndrome: Executive-Function Tools for Real Recovery on Apple & Spotify. Why Am I Eating at Night? Understanding Night Eating Syndrome in Your 30s, 40s, & 50s on Apple & Spotify. Work With Dr. Marianne Miller If you are struggling with Night Eating Syndrome, binge eating disorder, ARFID, anorexia, bulimia, chronic dieting, or neurodivergent eating challenges, support is available. Dr. Marianne Miller is a licensed eating disorder therapist providing therapy throughout California and Washington, D.C. She also offers coaching services worldwide. Her work integrates eating disorder treatment, neurodivergent-affirming care, trauma-informed approaches, and weight-inclusive support for adults, teens, and families. Learn more about therapy, coaching, courses, and resources at www.drmariannemiller.com. You can also follow Dr. Marianne on Instagram at @drmariannemiller and subscribe to the Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.

REPLAY! Some episodes are too good to only hear once. This one is back because the conversation Carl Daikeler started is still one of the most searched topics we have ever covered on Wellness Junkies.Host Amy Sherman sits down with Carl Daikeler, CEO and co-founder of BODi (formerly Beachbody), to talk about what it really takes to build wellness routines that hold up in an actual busy life. Carl has spent 26 years helping everyday people move more and eat better. And his own morning routine is practical, a little intense, and clearly built for real life. Cold plunge, lemon water, apple cider vinegar, a loaded Shakeology shake, and a 25 to 35-minute workout. Done by 8 a.m. No excuses, no flexibility on that.What gets Carl up at 5 a.m. is not passion for fitness, it is the fear of being the person at 80 who cannot get out of a chair without help. BODi was built on that same logic, helping busy parents feel capable in their daily lives.He also shares some of his best wellness hacks, including hiding broccoli in mashed potatoes to sneak in vegetables, swapping a separate breakfast for a nutrient-dense shake after his workout, and taking a brisk 15 to 20-minute walk after dinner to sleep better and support digestion. These are the kinds of habit strategies that stick because they fit in real life.If you missed this one the first time around, now is your chance. And if this is a re-listen, you will probably catch something new. Wellness Junkies is one of the best wellness podcasts for women that does not take itself too seriously but still delivers real value, and this episode is exactly why.Episode Breakdown:00:00 Meet Carl Daikeler, CEO and Co-Founder of BODi01:22 From Beachbody to BODi: Building Fitness Programs for Everyday People09:32 Why Goal-Oriented Programs Beat Open-Ended Wellness Routines17:22 Mindset and the Power Mindset Project19:54 Health Esteem: The Alternative to Diet Culture and the Imperfection Economy23:27 GLP-1 Medications, Muscle Loss, and Why Exercise Still Matters27:01 Why Women Need Strength Training at Every Age31:26 Workout Motivation at 61: How Carl Got Into the Best Shape of His Life34:36 Carl's Morning Wellness Routines That Changed Everything38:25 Top Wellness Hacks: Cold Plunge, Post-Dinner Walks, and Eating Without GuiltConnect with Carl Daikeler:Visit the BODi WebsiteFollow Carl on InstagramConnect with Carl on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠For More on this Episode: Read the full show notes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this roundtable episode, I sit down with Cheryl Burton-Murphy and Libby Supan for the kind of conversation that feels like three women pulling up chairs, telling the truth, and refusing to pretend healing is simple. We talk about eating disorder recovery, intuitive eating, body autonomy, GLP-1s, intentional weight loss, and the messy gray area that so many people are afraid to touch. Cheryl shares what it feels like to live eight years on the other side of a 40-year eating disorder, Libby brings her perspective as a therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who has done her own recovery work, and I share more of my own evolution from “absolutely not” to “let me research the actual nuance here.” We dig into childhood diet culture wounds, body shame, medical bias, food rules, recovery, and the weird culty corners that can exist on both sides of the health conversation. This episode is funny, honest, spicy, tender, and very “think for your damn self,” because healing is not about trading one rigid rulebook for another. It is about learning to trust yourself again. As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bios: Cheryl: Cheryl is a truth‑telling communicator and yoga instructor who mixes cultural humility with big personality and even bigger heart. On the mat or behind the mic, she brings sharp insight, real talk, and plenty of laughs. Her mission: help people breathe deeper, think differently, and connect more honestly — all while keeping things refreshingly real. Libby: Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who brings deep personal insight to her work after recovering from a 20-year battle with an eating disorder. Her lived experience is the foundation of her passionate commitment to helping others heal.Libby runs a therapy and coaching practice that supports individuals who feel overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food and body image. She specializes in guiding those stuck in unhealthy eating patterns such as: emotional eating, overeating, binge eating and restricting food toward intuitive eating and lasting food freedom.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.MentionsEpisode 71 with Libby: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5MSqYjdQntkZ7U9OPzfshp?si=Nf1qirJAT4CXq70sSuk60gEpisode 151 with Libby: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RwjWTJ1qognAwenGYU3NA?si=1db5c2bce4d14701Ozempic: Miracle, Monster, or Misunderstood? The Science Behind GLP 1 Medications: https://youtu.be/PT4o2-55lI8?si=KifPwYZg5mr36WlkBMI Isn't Just Wrong. It's Lazy, Biased, and Misleading: https://youtu.be/UhezufDxFtw?si=7aM_uVikee2KvDawWant to be a guest on the show? Click Here: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/unveilingthebeast-applicationConnect with Cheryl!Weight, Seriously on all the things.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WeightSeriouslyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weightseriously/#TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@weightseriously?lang=enWebsite: curvybodyinmotion.comOther Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curvybodyinmotion/Other TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@curvybodyinmotion1?lang=enConnect with Libby!Email: libby@libbysupan.comWebsite: https://www.libbysupan.comInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/foodfreedomwithlibbyFree Strategy Call: https://l.bttr.to/D4u8gWhere else can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleBeastly Merch: https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/merchUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!

Dr Mike Banna is a physician in the UK health care system and passionate health educator.Mike guests to share his experience with:What's going on with “pro” and “anti” GLP-1 medication people and tribesWhy fitness influencer fat loss drug opposition is rooted in fear and scarcityHow concern for alleged celebrity GLP-1 medication use tipped over into body shamingWhy coaching has never been more important with the proliferation of GLP-1 medication useWhy overprescription of these drugs and poor “wraparound care” can lead to malnutritionWhat are social determinants of healthWhere discussion of social determinants of health has turned into disempowering messagingHow understanding social determinants of health and advocating for system change can coexist with an individual taking personal responsibility for their own health outcomeWhy it's essential to not just wait for the system to changeWhy more doctors are becoming social media influencers and what positives they are creatingDo evidence-based doctors and PhDs have a responsibility to build online platforms to educate peopleAn explanation of Mike's viral video (that Snoop Dogg shared) where a dumbbell rack crashes on top of himPlus much moreInstagram: @drmikethe2ndCHAPTERS01:03 GLP-1 Nuance03:37 Wraparound Care Basics06:11 Why People Use GLP-1s08:50 Sponsor Break – MacrosFirst09:54 Who Is Responsible13:33 Diet Culture and Stigma16:48 Gym Anxiety Story20:15 Regain and Chronic Care23:49 Anti GLP-1 Rhetoric32:03 Social Determinants Explained38:03 Doctors as Influencers40:24 Scope of Practice Online42:01 Sponsorships and Pharma Influence43:36 Authority Outside Your Lane53:13 Holding Experts Accountable55:02 Communicating Uncertainty Well58:56 Podcast Guests and False Authority01:01:41 Nordic Curl Rack Fail01:05:07 Viral Aftermath and Lessons01:07:39 Wrap-Up and Where To FollowSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you better understand GLP-1 medications, health communication, or the modern landscape of online health education, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me and I'll respond)Sending it to someone interested in health care, coaching, or evidence-based fitnessFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)https://justbitememeals.comMacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirst and during setup select ANDREWKNKG Bags (15% off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Grippshttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-Day Trialhttps://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

If you've ever felt guilty after eating something "unhealthy" — or quietly proud of yourself for resisting a "bad" food — this episode is for you.  We've all absorbed the idea that food falls neatly into two buckets: good or bad, clean or dirty, healthy or unhealthy. And for decades, the diet industry has been more than happy to hand us the rulebook. But here's what nobody's telling you: that rulebook was never written for your body. It wasn't written for your hormones, your history, your life at 40-something.  In Part 1 of this two-part series, we're breaking down where the good/bad food binary actually comes from, how food tracking apps and social media influencers are making it worse, and why marketing labels like "low fat," "zero calorie," and "diet" aren't the health signals we've been trained to think they are. We're also talking about how one single ingredient can get an entire food canceled — and why that kind of thinking is fear dressed up as information.  This episode is for the woman who has followed every rule and still feels confused. Let's start unraveling this together. 

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Researchers and analysts are beginning to ask whether two powerful forces are quietly reshaping how and why people eat: the rise of GLP-1 medications and the constant churn of food trends. What happens when drugs like Ozempic don't just reduce appetite but change how the body processes food, forcing users to rethink nutrition to avoid side effects and maintain balance? Could that shift create new demands the food industry is already preparing to meet? And at the same time, why do consumers continue to chase new diets, ingredients, and health claims month after month? What is driving this persistent search for the next solution, even as advice keeps changing? We examine whether these developments are connected, how pharmaceutical intervention may be accelerating longer-term shifts in food culture, and what it reveals about the forces shaping modern eating habits. Sylvain Charlebois, professor at Dalhousie University and director of its Agri-Food Analytics Lab, and Samantha King, professor and director of the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies at Queen's University, discuss nutrition, behaviour, and the emerging questions at the intersection of medicine, markets, and consumer choice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailIf you're based in the UK,  you'll know that at the time of recording it was SUPER hot here.  Hotter weather can often bring up body image concerns, that may have kept themselves hidden under the layers of autumn, winter and spring.  Key Takeaways:Summer can bring body image struggles back to the surface — especially when we're wearing less and comparing ourselves to unrealistic images online.Feeling uncomfortable in your body doesn't mean you're failing at body acceptance; it means you're human.There's a huge difference between living in your body and constantly viewing it as an object to be judged.Seasonal eating is normal — craving lighter foods in hot weather isn't automatically “being good.”Diet culture can make even intuitive choices feel moralised or tied to weight loss.Movement, cold water, and getting outside can help reconnect us to our bodies instead of staying trapped in self-criticism. Support the showPlease reach out if you would like some support with your relationship to food OR movement. Ela currently has limited spaces for Intuitive Eating coaching and if you'd like to reconnect with movement, contact Christine.  If you'd like exclusive access to our supporter-only channel click here.We appreciate you 

Have you ever noticed how your Apple Watch pushes you to “close your rings” no matter what kind of day you’re having? It’s always about hitting the goal, finishing the task, and sometimes leaving no room for hard days, stress, or life’s natural fluctuations. Now, compare that to the Oura Ring, which considers your context—how much sleep you got, your stress levels, and even suggests you prioritize rest on tougher days. Heather Creekmore unpacks how we often treat ourselves like the Apple Watch: driven by rigid self-imposed goals, little room for compassion, and a tendency toward self-condemnation. But what if we learned to treat ourselves more like the Oura Ring suggests—meeting ourselves with curiosity, grace, and wisdom, adjusting our expectations based on the real demands and needs of our current season? (Never heard of an Oura ring? Learn more about this wearable tech here.) Key Takeaways Apple Watch Mindset: Rigid, goal-oriented, and often uncompassionate to your context. "Did you do enough? Did you close the ring? No nuance, no compassion." Oura Ring Mindset: Flexible, understanding, and grace-filled, adjusting expectations based on your needs. "Prioritize rest today. Choose recovery. No pressure to hit goals when your body needs rest." God’s Model of Grace: God knows your challenges, your grief, your exhaustion. He offers relationship, not a scoreboard. "God doesn’t demand summer fruit in the middle of winter." Stewardship over Shame: True body stewardship is about wisdom and listening, not punishment or fear. Application Questions: Are your habits more about accusation or invitation? Is your wellness rooted in fear, or joyful stewardship? Reflect and Apply If you struggle with self-condemnation, perfectionism, or feeling like you have to constantly “close the rings” of your life, consider: Adopting a mindset of grace over rigid self-judgment—and being more like an Oura Ring to yourself Listening to your body and spirit, honoring seasons of rest as much as seasons of work Asking, “What does loving stewardship look like for me today—given THIS body, THIS energy, and THIS season?” Remember: Your worth is not determined by a closed ring or a perfect scoreboard, but by the loving Creator who knows every detail of your life. Share the Grace! Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who could use some grace today. Be encouraged to stop comparing and start living! For more encouragement and resources on body image and godly self-care, visit improvebodyimage.com. Don’t forget to leave a five-star review and help others discover a podcast that’s all about finding freedom from self-condemnation! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Brian Baumal lost 100 pounds, and more importantly, he's kept it off for over 14 years.But what he really understands is this: it's not a lack of knowledge that keeps people stuck, it's the psychology. The urgency that drives all-or-nothing thinking.Brian works as a Toronto-based psychotherapist and is the guest on today's episode of THE OBESITY DOCTOR PODCAST. We break down why urgency isn't discipline, and what actually works if you want change to last.Work with Brian:https://alivapsychotherapy.com/WORK WITH MEO​​ntario-Wide Virtual Obesity Management Clinichttps://www.highmetabolicclinic.comJoin my Weight Loss Coaching Program for women, Best Weight https://www.sashahighmd.com/bestweightRecover Strong for Binge Eatinghttps://www.sashahighmd.com/bedTaking the first step toward weight loss can feel overwhelming — but you don't have to do it alone. I've created a curated list of my podcast episodes to gently guide you as you begin your journey. https://www.sashahighmd.com/podcast-guideFOLLOW SASHAInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sashahighmd/

This episode is sponsored by Alloy. Alloy - Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLIPPING50 for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - The Hidden Cost of Diet Culture in Menopause More Like This - 12 Strength Training Mistakes in Menopause Robbing Your Results Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. Understand how sleep relates to your hormones, muscle mass and weight loss with Flipping 50 Sleep Yourself Strong. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy. Watch: Does Rebounding Really Work? Here's What Research Says A woman in our community recently shared that she was thrilled with the results she was experiencing in the program. It was impressive, and honestly a surprise, even to me. She'd lost like 11 lbs and significant inches.  She explained just before joining she had done a program built around HIIT. No doubt it was promised as a weight loss program. Because HIIT is supposed to burn fat. Visceral belly fat in fact, the worst kind. Clearly not in this case.  Not to scare you off from HIIT. There is a right time for it. But this episode highlights when and why so much of what you “hear” or are sold just may not work for you!  Influencers gonna influence. They share what works for them, often what they've heard, not studied, applied and tested on hundreds or thousands of people just like you, living real life with real life obligations. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it!

I was at the grocery store with my nine-year-old. She'd had a hard day (the class bully had gone after her) and she wanted everything. Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Brioche with Nutella. Red velvet cupcakes. Whipped cream straight from the aerosol can. And I said no to most of it.In today's episode, I'm talking about why. I'm also talking about why I think the "let kids eat whatever they want, whenever they want" message that's everywhere in the body-positive parenting space is missing something really important.Read more.Mentioned in this episode:New Book! Raising Body-Confident KidsYou want your kids to love their bodies. You're still trying to do both. My new book, Raising Body-Confident Kids, helps you do both. Releases Sept 1, 2026. Pre-order your copy here: https://www.raisingbodyconfidentkids.com/books

Shawn Needham, R.Ph., talks with Dr. Deborah Butler about how to have mindful self-compassion & freedom from diet culture. Dr. Deb Butler Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/drdebbutler Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drdebbutler/ YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@dr.debbutler4544 Podcast | https://podcasts.apple.com/do/podcast/thinner-peace-in-menopause/id1097852666?l=en-GB Website | https://drdebbutler.com/podcast-companion-guide?utm_source=podcastguest Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy Website | http://mlrx.com.com/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/MosesLakeProfessionalPharmacy/ Shawn Needham X| https://x.com/ShawnNeedham2 Shawn's Book | http://mybook.to/Sickened_The_Book Additional Links https://linktr.ee/mlrx

This episode is sponsored by Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist. Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist.- Become a health & fitness coach who finally speaks midlife women's language. Learn how to design workouts that balance hormones that actually get results for women in menopause. Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Rebounding vs Whole Body Vibration After 50 Which? When? Worth It? #FEDFitness Next Episode - 4 Fitness Mistakes That Fail Us Over 50 More Like This - Does Hormonal Phase and Training Intensity Change How Hard You Can Train? New Science Finally Tested It Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy. Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. The hidden cost of diet culture is showing up in ways many women in midlife! Never expected—low energy, stubborn weight changes, poor recovery, burnout, hormone disruption, and feeling frustrated despite “doing everything right.” If you've been exercising harder, eating less, and still feeling exhausted or frustrated with your body, this episode will hit home fast. We unpack how chronic dieting, underfueling, and overtraining quietly impact metabolism, bone health, hormones, and confidence during menopause and beyond. You'll learn why recovery is no longer optional after 40, how low energy availability may be sabotaging your results, and why the old “eat less, move more” advice can backfire in midlife.  This conversation exposes the hidden cost of diet culture and offers a smarter, healthier path forward for active women who want strength, energy, and longevity. My Guest: Heidi Skolnik is a nationally recognized sports nutrition expert, exercise physiologist, and co-author of the New York Times bestselling book The Whole Body Reset. She is also the author of the upcoming book Your GLP-1 Game Plan, focused on helping women thrive while using weight loss medications. Heidi has spent nearly three decades at Hospital for Special Surgery as part of The Women's Sports Medicine Center and currently oversees Performance Nutrition at The Juilliard School and the School of American Ballet. Her extensive experience includes working with professional sports organizations including the New York Knicks, New York Giants, and New York Mets. Known for translating complex science into practical advice, Heidi brings a realistic approach to nutrition, believing healthy eating can include both nutrient-dense foods and occasional treats like M&M's. Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:09:04] Is there really a way to eat to support your cycle? [00:10:55] What beliefs and diet culture myths are women still carrying that no longer serve them? [00:15:55] What fueling mistakes are active midlife women making, even compared to elite athletes? [00:21:13] How does energy deficiency or underfueling show up in postmenopausal women? [00:43:00] Why do so many women feel stuck, frustrated, and out of control with their bodies in midlife? [00:52:40] Why are so many women struggling with appetite, hunger, and belly fat concerns in midlife? If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it!

Why do we want our clothes to be forgiving? In this thought-provoking episode, Heather Creekmore unpacks the deeper meaning behind the fashion world’s favorite words—like "forgiving" and "flattering"—and explores why so many of us feel pressure to make our bodies fit a narrow standard. Do our clothes really have the power to absolve us, or is there something bigger at play? Join Heather Creekmore as she examines the surprising links between fashion lingo, theology, and our sense of self-worth. How does the language we use about our bodies sneak shame and judgment into our closets? What does it mean to break free from the idea of having "problem areas," and where can we look for true acceptance? Whether you struggle with body image or have ever hesitated in the dressing room mirror, this episode will challenge what you believe about your body, your clothes, and what it truly means to be "good enough." Tune in for powerful questions, real-life stories, and a fresh perspective that might change the way you get dressed tomorrow. Don’t miss it! Ready to transform the way you think about food and your body? Join us for the next 40-Day Journey starting June 3rd. Learn more here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We've all grown up with diet culture influence, whether we notice it or not. And the subtle messages we receive that tell us to "be smaller" or "look a certain" way can really impact our health choices and the way we choose to support our body with food and exercise. Coryn Brown and Crysanne Clay — a mother/daughter health coaching duo and voices behind the Her Healthy Body podcast — come on to talk about how we can unravel from the diet culture messages that are hurting our health choices. They share simple, actionable steps you can take to start creating a more peaceful and sustainable relationship with food and fitness while supporting your body in a season of change.Connect with Coryn and Crysanne:Her Healthy Body PodcastHer Healthy Body Facebook Grouphttps://herhealthybody.co/ Connect with Nicole:Learn more & join the Built For Motherhood fitness membershipSay hello on Instagram @strongmamawellnessWebsite

What happens when diet culture gets louder, ARFID awareness grows, social media becomes therapy language, and the pressure to be thin starts shaping everyday life again? In this episode of The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast, I sit down with Lisa Jimenez (@lisajimeneztherapy) for a deeply honest conversation about what eating disorder therapists are actually seeing in 2026. We talk about the resurgence of appearance pressure, the subtle ways eating disorders can hide in plain sight, why more people are finally recognizing ARFID, and how identity, neurodivergence, trauma, and culture all shape recovery. This episode explores the realities many people quietly live with but rarely hear discussed out loud. Lisa Jimenez, LMHC, is an eating disorder therapist based in Miami who specializes in eating disorders, body image, anxiety, trauma, perfectionism, and work with teens, young adults, and queer clients. In this conversation, she shares how her own lived experience with an eating disorder shaped her approach to therapy and why she shifted toward EMDR, parts work, and more collaborative, relational treatment approaches. ARFID, Neurodivergence, and the Changing Eating Disorder Landscape Lisa and I discuss why ARFID is becoming more recognized and why many clinicians are still trying to catch up with the complexity of the diagnosis. We explore how sensory sensitivities, neurodivergence, attachment, trauma, and family dynamics can all affect eating. We also talk about why ARFID treatment requires much more than exposure work alone and why creating emotional and sensory safety matters so deeply in recovery. We also discuss the overlap between eating disorders, autism, ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism, and trauma, along with the growing role social media now plays in helping people identify experiences they previously could not name. Diet Culture, Social Media, and the Pressure to Be Thin in 2026 Diet culture feels especially aggressive right now, and this episode explores how that pressure shows up in both obvious and subtle ways. Lisa and I talk about “clean eating,” wellness culture, compulsive exercise messaging, “what I eat in a day” content, GLP-1 conversations, and the growing normalization of disordered behaviors online. We also discuss how eating disorders often hide behind socially praised behaviors, especially when restriction, over-exercising, or body control become culturally rewarded instead of recognized as signs of distress. Eating Disorders in Larger Bodies This conversation also explores how eating disorders frequently go unnoticed in larger bodies and how weight stigma continues to affect treatment, diagnosis, and recovery. Lisa and I discuss the harmful assumption that eating disorders must “look extreme” to be serious and why many people receive praise for behaviors that are actually rooted in restriction and suffering. We also talk about medical bias, healthcare experiences, and the reality that people can experience anorexia and severe eating disorder symptoms across a wide range of body sizes. Queer Identity, Intersectionality, and Eating Disorders Lisa shares insights from her work with queer clients, teens, and neurodivergent individuals, and we explore how identity and environment intersect with eating disorders in complex ways. We discuss cultural expectations around appearance, family and community pressures, social media influence, and the realities many queer and neurodivergent people face while navigating food and body image struggles. The conversation also examines how eating disorders often function as coping strategies for overwhelm, emotional pain, disconnection, or the pressure to survive in environments that do not feel safe or affirming. Connect With Lisa Jimenez, LMHC Instagram: @lisajimeneztherapy Website: lisajimeneztherapy.com Lisa sees clients virtually throughout Florida and New York and in person in South Miami. Related Episodes The Quiet Places Where Anorexia Meets Identity & Expression on Apple & Spotify. “Slips” in Eating Disorder Recovery in 2026: Why Setbacks Are Part of Progress, Not Failure (With Mallary Tenore Tarpley, MFA) on Apple & Spotify. Chronic Eating Disorders in 2026: What Hope Can Actually Look Like on Apple & Spotify. ARFID Explained: What It Feels Like, Why It's Misunderstood, & What Helps on Apple & Spotify.   Work With Dr. Marianne I'm Dr. Marianne Miller, LMFT (@drmariannemiller). I'm an eating disorder therapist specializing in ARFID, binge eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, neurodivergence, autism, ADHD, and complex relationships with food and body image. I offer therapy, coaching, and ARFID-focused support for teens and adults. You can also explore my self-paced ARFID and selective eating course on my website drmariannemiller.com/arfid. If this episode resonated with you, please follow, rate, and share The Dr. Marianne-Land Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the most revolutionary thing you could do for your health was simply to listen to your own body?In this episode Christina Fletcher talks with mindful eating expert, holistic wellness guide, and author Cassandra Bodzak about why our relationship with food and our body are the two longest relationships of our lives  and how to finally get into alignment with both.Cassandra shares practical tools to cut through the noise of diet culture, reconnect with your body's intuitive wisdom, and make food choices from a place of self-love rather than restriction or outside pressure. If you're navigating perimenopause, emotional eating, or simply exhausted by conflicting nutrition advice, this conversation will feel like a deep breath.In this episode:Why sugar and flour sit in a category of their own — and what your body actually wants insteadHow to start a simple daily body check-in to rebuild trust with your body's signalsThe food detective journal ; a practical intuitive eating tool to track how food really affects your mood, energy, and focusWhy diet trends like keto, Atkins, and the protein craze work for some people some of the time  and how to experiment wisely on your own termsMuscle testing and learning your body's yes and no signals around food and beyondHow small intuitive eating choices build the self-trust you need for bigger life decisionsThis episode is for you if… you're tired of conflicting nutrition advice, you suspect your body knows more than any diet plan, or you're navigating perimenopause and wondering why everything that used to work simply doesn't anymore. Free resource from Cassandra: A guided body wisdom meditation from The Mindful Table bonus page https://divinely-design-your-life-d3df.mykajabi.com/meditation-bundleOr Visit Cassandra's site at https://cassandrabodzak.com/About Cassandra BodzakCassandra Bodzak is a mindfulness author, actress, and holistic wellness guide known for helping soul-led women design lives that support their energy, purpose, and expansion. Her upcoming cookbook, The Mindful Table, invites readers to heal their relationship with food and their body by learning to listen to their intuitive wisdom and take back their power around their wellbeing. Having studied Lifestyle Medicine and Nutrition Coaching through Harvard Medical School and certified as a Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Cassandra bridges science and spirit to help women create a foundation for expansion through intentional nourishment, activity, and self-care.Find Cassandra at cassandrabodzak.com and on Instagram @cassandrabodzak. The Mindful Table is available wherever books are sold.Free Resource Mentioned: Your Missing Map  Christina's free guide to your energy system. Learn what each chakra means, how to know when it's blocked, and one simple tool to realign. Available as a PDF and audio. spirituallyawareliving.com/themap Christina Fletcher is a Spiritual Alignment coach, energy worker, author, speaker and host of the podcast Showing Up Whole.She specialises in practical spirituality and integrating inner work with outer living, so you can get self development off of the hobby shelf and integrated as a powerful fuel to your life. Through mindset, spiritual connection, intuitive guidance, manifestation, and mindfulness techniques Christina helps her clients overcome overwhelm and shame to find a place of flow, ease, and deep heart-centered connection.Christina has been a spiritual alignment coach, healer and spiritually aware parent coach for 11 years and trained in Therapeutic Touch 12 years ago.  She is also a meditation teacher and speaker. For more information please visit her website www.spirituallyawareliving.com Want to uncover where you need the most energy alignment? Take her new Energy Alignment Quiz to identify which of your energetic worlds (mind, body, heart or spirit) needs aligning the most! Or Follow her on her social media accounts:FacebookInstagramorLinkedin...

This week Sam is helping you unpack your relationship with your mom if she is entrenched in diet culture. If you find it hard to navigate that relationship (or any relationship of a loved one entrenched in diet culture) you are going to want to give this a listen.ALL things Find Food Freedom®:Get your Insurance Benefits Checked: https://bit.ly/FFFinsurance   Instagram: @find.food.freedom TikTok: @findfoodfreedom Website:https://find-foodfreedom.com/ Join the FFF Monthly Membership here: https://findfoodfreedommembership.com and use the code 'IWANTFOODFREEDOM' for 3 months completely FREE!

If you have been doing everything right and still cannot lose weight in perimenopause, this episode is the explanation you have been waiting for. I am breaking down the decades of food industry manipulation, hormonal birth control, cultural conditioning, and chronic stress that laid the metabolic foundation you are living with right now, and exactly why nothing has been working. This is not a GLP-1 hit piece. I am GLP-1 neutral. But I am here to tell you that jumping to any intervention before you understand your own hormonal foundation is not the full picture, and your body will make that very clear. I am also sharing three specific steps for how to start losing weight in perimenopause, and why the order you do them in matters more than the steps themselves.

Are you curious about how diet programs sneak religious language into their sales pitch? Ever wondered why joining a weight loss plan at church can feel surprisingly similar to joining a church itself? On today’s episode, Heather Creekmore continues her powerful series, "The Gospel of Good Bodies," and exposes the insidious ways that popular diet programs like Optavia and the old Weigh Down Workshop blur the line between faith and food. Heather Creekmore digs deep into: How diet culture borrows the architecture of salvation: Learn how programs diagnose a “fallen state,” promise transformation, offer coaching “saviors,” and tout communities that eerily resemble church groups. Shocking religious-sounding language from Optavia: Hear actual letters written to "brothers and sisters in Christ," urging members to “kick sugar in the face” as if it’s a spiritual battle; one equal to a believer's battle with pride! The tragic path of Weigh Down Workshop: How Gwen Shamblin’s transformative biblical dieting program morphed into a bona fide cult—with spiritual harm to match. Dangers of mixing body goals with spiritual worth: Why these messages distract from the true gospel and what Scripture actually says about food and the body. A word of hope if you feel trapped by religious diet culture: Heather Creekmore encourages you—there’s a better, grace-filled way to see your body through Jesus. If you’ve ever joined a diet program because “a Christian was leading it,” or if you just want to protect your faith from diet hype, you can’t miss this episode! Love this episode? Check out other deep-dives with Heather Creekmore into: The Biggest Loser and its impact on our view of salvation Past episodes about what the Bible actually says about food and dieting The Weigh Down Workshop documentaries on Netflix and HBO Max Plus, Heather Creekmore references insightful books like David Zahl's Seculosity. Check out Heather's 40-Day Body Image Workbook or join us on the 40-Day Journey. Let’s uncover the truth—together. Press play now! Subscribe & Share:If this episode helps you, share it with a friend and check out our other episodes on faith, body image, and the gospel of good bodies. Next up: Why do we expect our clothes to forgive us? Don’t miss the next thought-provoking discussion! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

It seems like wellness influencers are everywhere these days: often touting diet and exercise habits, alongside a certain aesthetic, as the pathway to health and self-optimization. But what happens when this cultural trend gets conflated with Christian ideas, or as Kelsey McGinnis says it, when such ideas get “faith washed”?  Kelsey Kramer McGinnis is a writer, musicologist, and the co-author of The Myth of Good Christian Parenting: How False Promises Failed a Generation of Evangelicals. Kelsey is also a regular contributor to Christianity Today, where she reports on worship practices, the music industry, and church culture. She also teaches music, theology, and social justice as a lecturer at Grand View University in Des Moines, Iowa.In my time with Kelsey, she shares research from her upcoming book, including what Christian diet and wellness culture is, its history, and how it can become problematic. We also discuss the rising prevalence of the fixation on ‘healthy eating,' how certain Christian subcultures have adopted this trend, and when such a fixation might not be so healthy.This is such an important episode. I can't wait for you to listen.Buy Melissa L. Johnson's book, Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless, here. Learn more about Impossible Beauty and join the community here.

Diet culture doesn't always show up as a “diet.” Sometimes it sounds like “I can't have that,” “I'll start Monday,” or “I ruined it so I might as well keep going.” We get real about how those scripts kept us stuck for decades, and what finally helped us build healthy habits we can actually live with after losing over 100 pounds each.We walk through the difference between dramatic resets and sustainable weight loss: smaller portions, meal prep that makes eating easier, and the kind of flexibility that keeps you consistent even when sleep is bad or plans change. We also talk honestly about tools like bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications (including Zepbound) and why they're helpful for some people, but never a substitute for mindset, nutrition basics, and routines that support long-term weight maintenance.Then we zoom out to the bigger stuff: the restriction binge cycle, the pressure of the scale, and why health is more than a number. We share how we think about non-scale victories like energy, strength, blood work, and how your clothes fit, plus how we try to raise kids with food awareness instead of food shame. We also call out social media “highlight reel” bodies and why finding authentic support matters.If any of this hits home, take one next best step and build from there. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's tired of starting over, and leave a review so more people can find a healthier way forward.Follow Justy & Steph on Instagram, where they share their weight loss journey and road to living a happy & healthy lifestyle.@we.are.losing.it If you prefer video to see us talk through our topics, you can watch us on YouTube. https://youtube.com/@wearelosingitShow your support by hitting download, like & subscribe! We truly appreciate each and every one of you!!

In this episode, I answer 10 honest questions about calorie tracking, fat loss, and why so many people struggle to stay consistent with nutrition. I cover whether you really need to track calories to lose weight, if calorie tracking is becoming obsessive, the biggest beginner mistakes people make, why some people succeed while others still struggle, and what actually happens after you stop tracking.  

I used to think holiness meant learning how to want less — less food, less attention, less desire. Less me.Today we're sitting down with Anna Rollins, author of Famished: On Food, Sex, and Growing Up as a Good Girl, to talk about something many of us have felt but didn't have language for — how purity culture and diet culture quietly taught us the same message: good girls make themselves smaller.We talk about the hidden scripts we absorbed in church and culture, the exhaustion of trying to control our bodies to feel safe, and the moment everything starts to unravel.What if your hunger isn't something to fix, but something to listen to?This episode is an invitation to stop striving, to notice where fatigue is giving you feedback, and to begin reclaiming your God-given appetite — for rest, nourishment, connection, and joy.To connect with Anna, head over to https://www.annajrollins.com or @annajrollins on IG!Get Anna's book, Famished here: https://amzn.to/45l5oFA Submit a question for “Ask Han” here: https://forms.gle/qWGxyy9M5Q5N2tMz9 SUPPORT BY WORDS: https://buymeacoffee.com/bywordsMy favorite Bible studies + devotionals - HANNAHHUGHES10  for 10% off: https://thedailygraceco.com?dt_id=300773 CONNECT:hello@thehannahhughes.comhttps://www.instagram.com/thehannahhughes 

Are you "being bad" for eating cake or looking for "guilt-free" foods? In this eye-opening episode, Heather Creekmore uncovers how modern diet culture has borrowed religious language—like sin, guilt, and temptation—and transformed eating into a moral battleground. Discover why labels like "clean eating" or "cheat days" aren't just diet lingo but clues to a whole alternate religion we unknowingly follow. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on the words and rules you’ve absorbed about food and body, and a biblically grounded reminder that God’s table is about grace, not judgment. Don’t miss this liberating conversation that will help you stop comparing and start living with joy and freedom at the dinner table. Join us as we: Break down the roots of food guilt and temptation language Examine what Scripture really says about food, pleasure, and purity Challenge the diet culture religion and reclaim the grace and freedom God intended Listen now—you’ll never hear the words "guilty pleasure" the same way again! This is part one of a brand new series looking at religious language we use around food, body, diets, and even fashion! References & Resources Books referenced: "Health, Money and Love, and Why We Don't Enjoy Them" by Robert Farrar Capon "Seculosity" by David Zahl The 40 Day Body Image WorkbookHeather Creekmore's book is discussed throughout the series. The next group journey starts Wednesday, June 3rd. More info at improvebodyimage.com. Notable Quotes "Diet culture is not just like a religion—it literally operates like one, complete with sin and temptation and confession and atonement and a promise of salvation if you can just get all the food and exercise rules right." (04:21) "The Bible says eat with gladness. God has already approved." (32:32) "Clean eating has borrowed its central metaphor, cleanliness, from a religious tradition that...the New Testament has moved on [from]." (27:32) Mentions of Other Episodes Upcoming in the Series: Episode 2: Analysis of religious language in diet programs such as Optavia and Gwen Shamblin's Weigh Down Workshop and their impact on true Christian faith. Episode 3: Discussion on forgiving fashion—why we talk about clothes as "forgiving" and unpacking this language. Connect & Learn More Join the 40-Day Journey or get more resources: improvebodyimage.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Kimberly interviews registered dietician Abbey Sharp as they explore holistic nutrition, and her new book The Hunger Crushing and Combo Method. In the interview they also cover topics such as the importance of fiber, balanced eating, and the impact of diet culture and medications like GLP-1 on health and longevity.Chapters00:00 Navigating Cold Weather and Nutrition03:02 The Hunger Crush and Combo Method06:02 The Importance of Fiber in Diet08:57 Understanding the Gut Microbiome11:56 Dieting Culture and Protein Craze15:00 Plant-Based Eating and Family Dynamics19:20 Nurturing Healthy Eating Habits in Children27:20 The Impact of GLP-1 Medications on Health33:31 Understanding Insulin Management for Better Health40:09 Conscious Parenting and Nutrition AwarenessSponsors: LMNTOFFER: Right now, for my listeners LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOOD. That's 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT any LMNT drink mix purchase. This deal is only available through my link so. Also try the new LMNT Sparkling — a bold, 16-ounce can of sparkling electrolyte water.USE LINK: DrinkLMNT.com/FEELGOODMANUKORA HONEY OFFER: Right now, Manukora is giving Feel Good Podcast listeners their largest discount of the year. Please go to MANUKORA.com/KIMBERLY to save up to 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts with the Starter Kit, which comes with an MGO 850+ Manuka Honey jar, 5 honey travel sticks, a wooden spoon, and a guidebook!USE LINK: MANUKORA.com/KIMBERLY Abbey Sharp Resources: Book: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method: The Simple Secret to Eating Well Without Ever Dieting AgainPodcast: Bite Back with Abby SharpWebsite: abbeyskitchen.comSocial: IG: @abbeyskitchen Tik Tok: @abbeyskitchen Bio: Abbey Sharp is an author and registered dietitian (RD), media personality, food writer and host of the top rated Bite Back Podcast. As the founder of Abbey's Kitchen Inc., a multi-platform brand and consulting company, Abbey has built one of the most trusted voices in food and nutrition across digital, television, and print media, reaching millions online through her popular blog, With a unique blend of expertise, compassion, and sharp wit, Abbey empowers people to cut through diet culture noise and reconnect with food in a way that feels joyful, satisfying, and sustainable. A victim of diet culture herself, Abbey has made it her business to call out bogus diets while preaching the pleasure of food. Whether it's a kale salad, or a cupcake, Abbey encourages fans and followers to sit down, mindfully tune in, and enjoy the heck out of each bite. Her various social platforms, and blog have been the go-to source for delicious healthy recipes and cheeky nutrition information to hundreds of thousands of people and she is excited to spread the love further through Mindful Glow.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.comAbbie answers a listener question about one of the most complicated intersections: dating (relationships) and diet culture — especially when you're carrying a history of body shame, disordered eating, and the ongoing, nonlinear work of recovery.Elizabeth, a listener in her early 30s, writes in about the men she keeps encountering on the apps — the gym-obsessed ones, the salad-only ones — and asks a question that cuts to the heart of it: is this my gut, or is this fear?What you'll hear:*Why "too sensitive" isn't a useful frame — and what to ask instead*Safety and self-worth as the foundation of dating in recovery*Learning to trust your intuition when diet culture has distorted it*When to share your mental health history (and when you don't have to)*The difference between a trigger and something to work through*Revisiting your dating app parameters — and the biases built into them*Abbie's own experience navigating ED recovery while datingThen Jeb, Abbie's husband, joins for an unplanned conversation about what it was actually like when they met — both carrying things they weren't sure how to share.*What happened when Jeb disclosed his sobriety on a rooftop, early on*Why vulnerability can work as a filter, not just a risk*What Jeb was looking for in a partner when he was newly out of treatment*The moment Abbie knew he was someone she could be with through hard thingsThis episode is ultimately about openness — what it costs, what it protects, and what becomes possible when you find someone willing to meet you there.This is a BONUS episode for paid subscribers on Substack. To hear it, upgrade here: https://abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I walk you through what it truly means to take an anti-diet approach—and why this work has nothing to do with willpower, and everything to do with your nervous system, your beliefs, and your relationship with food.This isn't about eating without awareness.It's about understanding why you eat the way you do—and shifting the internal patterns driving it.1. Why Restriction Triggers the Nervous SystemChoosing not to eat something—like sugar or fast food—is not the issue.The issue is how that decision feels inside your body.When your thoughts sound like:“I'm not allowed to have this”“I need to avoid this to lose weight”“I shouldn't eat this”Your body interprets that as pressure—and activates the fight-or-flight response.And when you're in that state, cravings intensify, urges increase, and the cycle of self-sabotage begins.2. Diet Culture & the Conditioning of the MindDiet culture teaches you to fear food.Through constant messaging like:cut thiseliminate thatavoid these foodsYour unconscious mind builds associations:Food = unsafeEating = lack of controlCravings = failureAnd because your mind learns through repetition and emotion, not logic…those patterns become automatic.3. The Identity Shift That Changes EverythingThe anti-diet approach is not about giving yourself permission to eat everything all the time.It's about shifting from:“I can't have this”to“I don't want this right now”That shift moves you out of restriction…and into choice, safety, and self-trust.4. Returning to Your Body's Natural IntelligenceYour body already knows:when to eatwhat it needswhen to stopBut these cues get overridden by:dietingtrackingexternal rulesThis work is about coming back to your body.Your signals are still there—you just need to reconnect to them.5. The Truth About Processed FoodsProcessed foods can create stress in the body:blood sugar spikesincreased cortisolmore cravingsBut here's the deeper truth:The stress created by your thoughts about food can be just as powerful as the food itself.6. Regulation Over RestrictionInstead of outsourcing your eating to:appsmeal planscalorie countingThis approach focuses on:nervous system regulationinternal awarenesshormonal balanceBecause your body is not broken.It's responding to the environment it's in.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating. Get Your FREE Guide Here: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! Schedule your call at www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Can you be engaged for too long? Or is ‘engaged’ a full relationship stage of its own now, with no destination in mind? Ask Haylie Duff. Is there a 'cluck' gap between Gen Z women and Gen Z men? And if so, do young men want a baby like a kid wants a puppy? REMEMBER: All Mamamia subscribers get extra episodes of Out Loud. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Mia hosts special segments, just for you. Subscribe HERE. Also, a woman opened her friend’s fridge and was so upset by what she found, she ended the friendship. Is it okay to expect your friends to abstain from the same things? Plus, a burning question for Clare Stephens: Did she and Jessie ever just think it would be easier to marry twins. Bombshells ahead. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media And, Recommendations: Em: The Testaments on Disney+, the Handmaid's Tale sequel. Holly: This Is A Gardening Show on Netflix and hosted by Zach Galifianakis. Clare: Striped shirt "dupes" from Cotton On. Emily (Bonus): The Mamamia podcast But Are You Happy? — specifically the episode on boundaries. What To Listen To Next: Listen to But Are You Happy: Here's When Setting A Boundary Is Actually Necessary Listen to our latest episode: The Real Reason You Resent Your Friends Listen: The One Minute Of Live TV That Undid A Noughties Icon Listen: Scurrilous Gossip: An Engagement, An Affair & A Royal F-You Listen: The Family Ritual That Has Us Divided Listen: The Most Honest Dating Questionnaire We've Ever Seen Listen: Is WFH Bad For Women? Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: '6 things that happened to me on weight loss medication.' The one comment that confirms Hilary Duff is in a 'secret' feud with her sister, Haylie. 'I just got engaged. Here are 8 surprising things that I didn't know would happen.' 'She made a move on my date.' 10 women on the friendship betrayals they'll never recover from. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens & Emily Vernem Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode is a blast from the past. Think back to your favorite childhood snacks: Lunchables, Dunkaroos, SlimFast bars, and fat-free everything. Did these foods quietly wire you for a lifetime of complicated food choices? If you've ever wondered why you're chasing charcuterie boards and still tracking diet trends, this episode will hit differently. Jenn Trepeck of Salad With a Side of Fries opens the snack drawer of nostalgia and compares iconic 90s foods side by side with their modern counterparts, reading actual ingredient labels from both eras. From Slim Jims to grass-fed jerky, from Crystal Light to electrolyte packets, the names have changed, but the marketing playbook looks surprisingly familiar. The 90s were a wild time for nutrition, and the truth about what was actually in these foods might shock you. This one is equal parts fun, eye-opening, and genuinely useful.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How the fat-free diet culture of the 90s quietly transformed into today's protein-packed wellness obsession, and why they are more similar than different.✅ The shocking differences in food labels from the 90s versus today, using real ingredient comparisons from Wonder Bread, Kraft Mac and Cheese and McDonald's French Fries.✅ Why do so many modern processed foods contain lab-made additives, cheaper fillers, and synthetic ingredients and what economic incentives are driving those formulations?✅ How the thin ideal has returned with new tools, including GLP-1 medications and social media, echoing the same harmful messaging that defined 90s diet culture.The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcome to a nostalgic deep dive into 90s diet culture and iconic snack foods04:34 Blast from the past: Hamburger helper, fruit roll-ups, Shake ‘n Bake, Lunchables and Kids Cuisine09:18 Comparing SnackWell's to today's Halo Top and the evolution of "guilt-free" processed foods10:47 From SlimFast bars to protein shakes, how fat-free diet culture shaped a generation's eating habits and the upgrade from mystery meat to clean protein-packed snacking12:32 I Can't Believe It's Not Butter and spray dressings; then versus now in food additives and fats15:32 Dunkaroos to Nutella Dippers and Capri Sun to cold-press juice, beloved nostalgia snacks revisited20:37 Reading real food labels, Wonder Bread's original ingredients versus today's chemical-laden version and Kraft Mac and Cheese24:36 McDonald's French Fries in 2000 had three ingredients; today's list is a chemistry lesson28:22 Food dyes and how to change the food industry33:42 Diet culture is back, the return of the thin ideal, heroin chic, and skeletal beauty standards driven by social media36:15 Biohacking, orthorexia, and GLP-1 medications and new names for the same old diet culture pressure39:19 Is 90s nostalgia fueling heroin chic, or is heroin chic fueling 90s nostalgia43:13 Processed food chemicals, plastics, and rising colon cancer rates and the long-term health cost of 90s snack foods44:01 Convenience culture of the 90s versus today KEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you have ever watched your child say something painful about their body and had no idea what to say back, this episode is for you.In this episode of Family in Focus, I walk through what it actually looks like when diet culture gets to your kid — and more importantly, four ways to show up when it does.Because the instinct to correct, reassure, and fix is coming from love. But it is often the thing that closes the door.Because showing up is not the same as solving it.And the difference matters more than you think.I break down why direct contradiction backfires, why banning diet talk at home can actually remove you from the conversation, and what to do instead. From addressing what you are carrying as a parent first, to getting curious before you correct, to sitting with your child in the discomfort instead of rushing past it.In this episode:Why what your child absorbed is already shaping how they see themselvesThe signals that diet culture has gotten in — and what they actually look likeWhy correcting the message directly usually makes it stick harder4 ways to show up for your child without trying to fix themWhen to trust your gut and reach out for more supportNew episodes air every Wednesday.Join The Exhale, my newsletter for parents who want less stress around food, body image, and weight concerns and more confidence at the dinner table: https://www.wendyschofermd.com/the-exhaleLearn more about working together:https://www.wendyschofermd.comTo schedule a consult:https://wendyschofermdscheduling.as.me/consultFollow along and continue the conversation:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendyschofermd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wendyschofermdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendyschofermd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-schofer-md/While I am a doctor, I am not your doctor. This podcast is for education, not medical advice.

Are you dealing with thyroid symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and depression, and still feeling out of control around food? How does nervous system regulation affect cravings, cortisol, insulin, sleep, and hormones, especially if you're in fight or flight mode around dieting and exercising? This week on the She Talks Health podcast, I sat down with Sherry Shaban from Make Peace With Food to talk to you about why having “all the knowledge” around diet and exercise still doesn't create sustainable results if your nervous system is stuck in protection mode. Sherry shared how her obsession with finding the “right” way to eat led her through every diet fad imaginable — low-fat, calorie-counting, Atkins, paleo, macros counting, keto, and even veganism — until the constant rule changes resulted in stress, secrecy, and binge eating issues.We talked about the nervous system as the “software” running the body, and how our thoughts can control so much of how we feel and react to things that happen to us. Sherry also called out how the phrase “nervous system regulation” has become overused in our industry, so regulation can become another form of perfectionism or avoidance if we're trying to erase uncomfortable emotions instead of learning to sit with them. Sherry also broke down how chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated beyond its normal rhythm, and why that can drive cravings for refined carbs and salty/sugary foods. The real rollercoaster often comes from insulin spikes and drops, creating more cravings, and this cascade can disrupt sleep and dysregulate hunger and fullness hormones. We close things out talking about why the most disciplined, “go-getter” women often struggle the most. Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and overachievement as trauma responses, and even dopamine rewards, can reinforce the cycle of bad habits. Sherry emphasized that less is more, rather than obsessing over calories and macros. If we can get out of a perfectionist headspace and take small steps toward healthier habits, we can get sustainable results that still give us the reinforcement we need to keep going. Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.In This Episode: [3:02] How trauma shaped Sherry's health journey[5:10] The slippery slope into disordered eating from diet confusion[7:52] Why knowing what to eat isn't enough for weight loss[10:27] How the nervous system affects our diet and health[14:03] Nervous system regulation explained[16:50] Disordered eating habits are fear-driven[18:40] Common eating patterns in clients[24:02] The hormonal connection between cortisol, cravings, and belly fat[28:22] How to reset your metabolism and hunger cues[31:58] Why perfectionists often struggle the most[36:52] Sometimes doing less is more productive[40:05] Thinking about your relationship with food in terms of hormones, not caloriesFind more from Sherry online:Website: https://sherryshaban.com/Instagram: @makepeacewithfoodofficialThe Hormone Reset Guide: https://sherryshaban.com/hormoneresetPodcast: https://makepeacewithfood.com/podcast/Connect with Sophie: Instagram: @shetalkshealthWebsite: shetalkshealth.comApply to work with us: www.shetalkshealth.com/callThe Mineral Reset (HTMA): https://shethrives.shetalkshealth.com/htma-packageMineral Mocktail (get your energy back now!: https://shetalkshealth.com/mineral-mocktail-guide/Stop guessing with your thyroid & Get Answers Now: https://ace.shetalkshealth.com/home-front

If you have ever left your child's well visit feeling like you did something wrong, this episode is for you.In this episode of Family in Focus, I break down the history of BMI, diet culture, and why weight became the focus of your child's doctor visit. Because your doctor did not make up that advice. But understanding where it actually comes from changes everything.Because the message has a history.And that history matters.I take us back to the 1830s, when a Belgian mathematician, not a doctor, not a researcher studying children or health, created the formula we now call BMI. He was explicit that it should never be used to assess individual bodies. And yet nearly two centuries later, it is the primary screening tool used at your child's well visit.I also explore how diet culture became embedded in medicine, why we defaulted to numbers in the first place, and what it means to start countering that culture in your own home.In this episode:-The origins of BMI and why it was never designed for your child-How diet culture entered the doctor's office-Why weight-focused advice activates shame instead of change-The narrow history behind who built our health systems and what got left -out-What it looks like to shift from chasing numbers to building relationshipsNew episodes air every Wednesday.Join The Exhale, my newsletter for parents who want less stress around food, body image, and weight concerns and more confidence at the dinner table: https://www.wendyschofermd.com/the-exhaleLearn more about working together:https://www.wendyschofermd.comTo schedule a consult:https://wendyschofermdscheduling.as.me/consultFollow along and continue the conversation:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendyschofermd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wendyschofermdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wendyschofermd/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-schofer-md/While I am a doctor, I am not your doctor. This podcast is for education, not medical advice.

Eating disorders are complicated illnesses that skyrocketed among teenagers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pediatrician Eva Trujillo says they "literally rewire the brain," decrease brain size, and make it harder to concentrate and to regulate emotions. Malnutrition can slow the metabolism, impact bone density and even lead to cardiac arrest. But Eva says, with the right treatment, people can also recover fully. She's the president of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals and co-founder of Comenzar de Nuevo, a leading treatment facility in Latin America. Today on the show, host Emily Kwong talks about the physical and mental impacts of eating disorders with Dr. Trujillo and Moorea Friedman, a teen mental health advocate and host of the podcast Balancing Act. Plus, how to recover in a world steeped in diet culture. (encore)Want us to cover more mental health topics? Tell us by emailing shortwave@npr.org! We'd love to know what you want to hear from us!Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

How many times have you tried to shed a few pounds, only to find yourself back where you started? Diet culture tells us to deprive ourselves and count calories to lose weight, and hate our bodies in the process. But what if there's a better way to achieve lasting health, without that cycle of guilt and frustration? In this episode, I'm joined by Carrie Lupoli, a certified nutritionist and the founder of Diet Disruptors, who's dedicated to helping us break free from the toxic beliefs ingrained in diet culture. We discuss how blood sugar regulation is at the core of losing weight and achieving true health.  Carrie shares her journey from struggling with disordered eating to becoming a leader in the health and wellness space.  She reveals how small, sustainable changes to your diet and mindset can unlock a healthier, more balanced life. Tune in to discover how blood sugar stabilization could be the game changer you've been searching for!   "When our blood sugar is regulated and balanced, everything else in our body is balanced." ~ Carrie Lupoli   In This Episode: - Carrie's journey into the health field - The 3 BSs of sustainable health: Belief systems - Behavior science triangle: Thoughts, feelings & actions - Why blood sugar regulation is critical for health - The six spinning plates framework - Blood sugar regulation and supplements for sleep - Why calorie deficit plans do not work - The message in the "Corset To Crown" book - Setting health goals beyond weight loss  - Diet culture versus sustainable eating habits - Consistency over perfection - Episode wrap-up and resources   Products & Resources Mentioned: Carrie Lupoli's Upcoming Book, Corset to Crown: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown  Diet Disruptors Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/diet-disruptors/id1507293016  Organifi Happy Drops: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox    Organifi Collagen: Save 20% with code MYERSDETOX at https://organifi.com/myersdetox  Bon Charge Rest and Reset Kit: Get 15% off with code WENDY at https://boncharge.com/  Tru Energy Skincare Bio Adaptive Hydration Oil: Try the oil and save up to $197 at trytruenergy.com/wendy5  Heavy Metals Quiz: Find out your toxicity score and receive a free video series on detoxification at https://heavymetalsquiz.com    About Carrie Lupoli: Carrie Lupoli is a certified nutritionist and health coach, and an award-winning behavior specialist. She founded Disruptive Nutrition and Diet Disruptors (Apple Top 70 Nutrition podcast) to support thousands of families on their health and wellness journeys. She also co-founded PFC3 to train, certify, and support other health pros. Carrie is a sought-after international speaker who has been featured at TEDx in South Africa and on major news outlets like the TODAY Show, CBS, and ABC. She holds a Bachelor's of Science, two Master's degrees, and certifications from the International Board of Nutrition and Fitness Coaching. Learn more about Carrie's work on www.carrielupoli.com.   Disclaimer The Myers Detox Podcast was created and hosted by Dr. Wendy Myers. This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast, including Wendy Myers and the producers, disclaims responsibility for any possible adverse effects from using the information contained herein. The opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

The obsession with thinness didn't just appear out of nowhere-and it's not just about beauty, body image, or "health."In this episode, I'm unpacking the deeper history of diet culture, female body standards, and the social conditioning that taught women to shrink themselves-physically, emotionally, and culturally. From historical ideals of discipline and restraint to the racial roots of the modern thin ideal, we're digging into how thinness became tied to morality, self-control, and worth.This is a conversation about appetite, power, control, and the quiet rules women have been taught to follow without ever questioning them.So the real question is... when did thinness stop being about beauty-and start being about obedience?Are. You. Ready?****************Sources & References:Core Books & Foundational TextsWolf, Naomi. The Beauty Myth (1991)Bordo, Susan. Unbearable Weight: Feminism, Western Culture, and the Body (1993)Foucault, Michel. Discipline and Punish (1975)Strings, Sabrina. Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia (2019)Historical Context: Appetite, Religion & Discipline“Gluttony.” Encyclopaedia Britannica“How the Seven Deadly Sins Began as ‘Eight Evil Thoughts.'” History.comForcen, Fernando E. “The Practice of Holy Fasting in the Late Middle Ages.” Journal of Religion and Health (2015)Bynum, Caroline Walker. “The Religious Significance of Food to Medieval Women.”Victorian Femininity & Bodily ControlMurray, E. Food and Femininity in Victorian Literature (2022)Coar, L. “Sugar and Spice and All Things Nice: The Victorian Woman's All-Consuming Predicament.”Krondl, M. Fashioning Gendered Appetite in the Victorian Age (2022)“Did Corsets Harm Women's Health?” New York Academy of MedicineRacism, Fatphobia & the Thin IdealStrings, Sabrina. Fearing the Black Body (NYU Press)“How Racism Created the Thin Ideal.” UC Irvine School of Social SciencesReview of Fearing the Black Body. UCLA Center for the Study of WomenWeight Stigma & Social Bias“The Burden of Weight Stigma.” American Psychological Association (2022)“Weight Stigma.” National Eating Disorders AssociationGiel et al. “Weight Bias in Work Settings – A Qualitative Review.”National Academies / NCBI — Weight stigma and labor market outcomesSocial Media, Wellness Culture & Modern ThinnessMunro et al. “Diet Culture on TikTok” (2024)Davis et al. “#WhatIEatInADay on TikTok” (2023)Weber. “TikToxic Effects of ‘That Girl' Content” (2025)Germic. Digital Wellness Culture & Womanhood (2025)“Why ‘Skinny' Culture Is Back.” University of Colorado Anschutz (2026)****************Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show!Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282Spotify Podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA****************Follow Us on TikTok & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!YouTube:@beautyunlockedspodcasthourTikTok:tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod****************Intro/Outro Music:“Fame Inc” by Savvier — https://icons8.com/music

What if the thing you thought was finally going to free you from a lifetime of food obsession is actually feeding the very cycle you have been trying to escape? This week on Midlife Conversations, I sat down with hormone expert and host of The Hormone Solution podcast, Karen Martel, for one of the most unexpectedly layered conversations I have had in a long time. Karen grew up with a mother who ran a Nutrisystem weight loss center, which meant that food restriction and body scrutiny were not just things she observed but the constant backdrop of her entire childhood. That early environment contributed to years of disordered eating that followed her well into adulthood. Today Karen helps midlife women navigate the intersection of hormones, weight, and the deeply ingrained beliefs most of us are still carrying from decades of diet culture. But this episode is not just a retrospective on the 80s and 90s fat-free era. It is about where those beliefs have quietly resurfaced in the current conversation around biohacking, GLP-1 peptides, and optimization culture. We get into the complicated reality of GLP-1 medications: the genuine relief they can bring to women who have spent their entire lives consumed by food noise, and the very real risks when they are used without proper guidance, including muscle loss, bone loss, nutrient deficiency, and what happens when access suddenly disappears. Karen also shares something she considers one of the most underaddressed pieces of this conversation: why optimizing your hormones before or alongside peptide use can change everything. This one challenged some of my own firmly held positions. I think it will do the same for you.   Learn More About Karen Martel Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/karenmartelhormones  Website ➜  https://karenmartel.com/ and https://midlifesolutions.org/    Thank you to our show sponsors:  TIMELINE: Timeline is offering 20% off your order of Mitopure! Go to https://timeline.com/NATALIEJILL    Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com   Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit   For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.  Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.

You've been lied to. Not by your body — by the system that profits from you believing it's broken. Dr. Stephanie names the real villain behind decades of failed diets, shrinking goals, and body distrust: the wellness industrial complex that told you skinny equals healthy. You're not broken - you were just given the wrong map. Here is the right one! Episode Overview (timestamps are approximate): (0:00) Intro/Teaser (2:00) The Villain: Diet Culture & the Wellness Industrial Complex (7:00) What Chronic Under-Eating Does to Your Body (9:00) Debunking the Bulky & Toned Myths (15:00) The Psychology of Shrinking (17:00) Your Body Didn't Betray You. It Protected You (21:00) How to Rebuild: Strength, Recovery & Mobility (26:00) Fuel the Build: Eating for the Body You Want (34:00) You're Building a 40-Year Asset Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep463 We couldn't do it without our sponsors: TIMELINE  - As perimenopausal women, we know we are in a fight against time to preserve our muscle strength and endurance. Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $79 when you go to https://timeline.com/BETTER YOUNG GOOSE  - More resilient. More hydrated. More responsive. This is skin quality skincare. Go to https://younggoose.com/better and use code BETTER for 10% off your first purchase PIQUE LIFE - If you want to redefine your evening ritual and still feel like yourself the next day, you can get 10% off for life. Yes, for life at https://piquelife.com/better COZY EARTH  - Cozy Earth helps you feel better by keeping your temperature perfect overnight to facilitate deep restorative sleep. Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code BETTER for up to 20% off. TROSCRIPTIONS - There's a completely new way to optimize your health. Give it a try at https://troscriptions.com/BETTER or enter BETTER at checkout for 10% off your first order. ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.