Podcasts about diet culture

In this week's Real Life Runners podcast, I'm joined by Kelly Lyons — a nutrition and eating psychology coach who helps women heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Kelly opens up about her personal journey through binge eating, which began back in high school, and how she ultimately broke free by uncovering the root causes and learning to rewire her brain.This conversation is honest, compassionate, and full of practical wisdom. We talk about the emotional patterns that often drive binge eating, why willpower alone isn't the answer, and how to start building a sense of trust with your body again. Kelly and I also dive into the dangers of diet culture, how to reconnect with your true hunger and fullness cues, and the role that movement and self-compassion play in recovery.Whether you've struggled with binge eating yourself, wrestled with food guilt, or just want to create a more peaceful relationship with eating and exercise — this episode will give you hope, understanding, and tools to start making real, lasting change.Kelly Lyons is a certified nutrition and eating psychology coach who helps women overcome binge eating and create a healthy, peaceful relationship with food and their bodies. Drawing from her own journey of recovery, Kelly combines science-based nutrition with mindset and emotional awareness to guide her clients toward lasting change. Her compassionate, practical approach empowers women to break free from diet culture, rebuild trust with their bodies, and find joy in both food and movement.If you want to connect with her, you can find her at the links below! https://kellylyonscoaching.com/https://www.instagram.com/kellylyonscoaching/

In this (for real for real) final episode of Life After Diets, host Stefanie Michele explains how recovery taught her how to understand the call for change. She shares why letting go of the familiar—even when it's scary—is essential for growth, and how that insight is leading her to close this chapter and launch her new show, Full But Not Finished. The Life After Diets archive will remain here as a resource and you can now find Stefanie Michele on her new show: Full But Not Finished. Subscribe now to listen to the pilot episode! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@iamstefaniemichele  

So much of your food and body battle comes down to one thing: belief. The women who finally break free from diet culture aren't the ones with more willpower — they're the ones who learn to change the beliefs holding them back. In episode 260 of Fitness & Sushi, I'm going to show you why the beliefs you hold about yourself are the true drivers of your choices, and how to finally break free from the stories diet culture has planted in your mind. In this episode – “How to Break Free From Limiting Beliefs About Food, Your Body, and Exercise” – you'll learn…

Have you ever felt guilty for enjoying your favorite fall drink after your favorite fitness influencer said it was “bad” for you? On this episode of the Eat More Carbs Podcast, RBSN dietitians Reilly, Jenna and Lilly are unpacking the ways diet culture twists everyday foods into something athletes feel they need to avoid. From eating nothing but fruit to labeling seasonal drinks as “unhealthy,” they explore how these messages can mess with your relationship with food, fueling, and recovery. Curious about how to spot diet culture in disguise, and why enjoying carbs is key for performance and period health? This conversation will help you feel more confident about fueling without food rules.The Eat More Carbs Podcast is the go-to podcast for the GIRLIES who want to fuel their body properly with easy, fun, and simple nutrition! Hosted by Reilly Beatty and Jenna Fisher, two registered dietitians who bring you weekly episodes to help you meet your goals while breaking free of diet culture. You can follow Reilly, Jenna and Lilly on Instagram @easy.sports.nutrition @jenna.fisher.nutrition @lillyreimer.nutrition Struggle with figuring out what advice you should be following to achieve your goal of period recovery? Visit reillybeatty.com or click here for more information about the Period Recovery Program. 

"If you treat your body poorly outside of the bedroom, it's not like you pass through the doorway into your bedroom and all of a sudden you're super tuned into your body and confident."This week, we're diving into a topic that's often pushed into the shadows but deeply impacts our well-being: sex. I sat down with Vanessa Marin, a licensed sex therapist, to talk about how the cultural scripts we've grown up with shrink women, disconnect us from our bodies, and rob us of joy, in and out of the bedroom. Just like the food rules diet culture imposes, these messages around sex convince us we're the problem when things don't feel right, when in reality the system is broken, not us.If you've ever felt embarrassed, awkward, or ashamed talking about sex (or avoided the conversation entirely), you're not alone. Vanessa and I discuss how body image struggles show up in the bedroom, why pleasure is truly an act of rebellion, and simple, shame-free steps you can start taking to reconnect with your body and advocate for your own needs. Whether you're single or in a relationship, there are actionable takeaways to help you create a more enjoyable and empowered sex life.I know it can be hard to open up about these topics, but the more we have these conversations, the less alone we feel, and the more power we have to create real change. Just like becoming an intuitive eater or ditching diet culture, prioritizing your pleasure is about reclaiming your own narrative and choosing freedom. What You'll Learn: Why so many of us struggle to talk about sex, and why it's NOT your fault How cultural scripts teach women to shrink, disconnect from their bodies, and put others' needs first The surprising ways body image struggles show up in the bedroomHow tuning into pleasure in small, everyday ways can heal your relationship with your bodyFive conversations to have with your partner that will transform your love lifeWhy embracing pleasure is a true act of rebellion (and how collective sisterhood can make advocacy feel less overwhelming)I hope this conversation sparks a little rebellion in you, wherever you are on your journey. Remember: there is absolutely nothing wrong with you, whether we're talking about food, your body, or your sex life. Permission granted to claim your pleasure, advocate for your needs, and break free from shame. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and let's keep spreading this message of empowerment.Vanessa's Resources:WebsiteInstagram: @vanessaandxanderTikTokPodcastBook and Card DeckCome back next week for another episode and connect with me over on Instagram at @diet.culture.rebel.Struggling with food, but not sure where to start?You don't have to feel 100% ready to get support. If you're tired of obsessing over food or feeling stuck in the diet cycle, my team of Registered Dietitians is here to help. We offer one-on-one nutrition counseling—and we accept insurance! Spots are limited, so head to https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to see if we're covered in your state and learn how to get started.

In this episode, I sit down with Julie Duffy Dillon, RDN, therapist, and author of Find Your Food Voice, to help clinicians replace diet-culture with practical, patient-centered coaching. We dig into what a “food voice” is, why so many people get disconnected from it, and how you can guide patients back to hunger/fullness cues without meal plans, shame, or quick fixes.You'll leave with language you can use tomorrow in clinic—plus simple interventions (like CHiPs check-ins and “letters to food”) that help patients quiet the noise, honor body diversity, and focus on behaviors that truly move health forward.Resources Mentioned:The Obesity Medicine Nutrition Course (this has a fantastic module on Intuitive Eating and use code POD15 for 15% off)Episode 104 Body DiversityFind Your Food Voice bookConnect with JulieAny Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week. Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.

Do you Sabbath? If not, do you wish you did? Friends, it's never too late to start implementing the Sabbath! Even if it feels weird, is imperfect and hard, still practice the Sabbath as it has SUCH great benefits. I believe that choosing to do a longer period of rest each week is an act of trusting God. And learning to trust God is far more important than getting one more thing accomplished off your to-do list.  First part of this episode is about how I practice the Sabbath and includes mindsets to adopt in order to keep the Sabbath holy and walk in obedience in this command of God. Second part of this episode discusses different famous athletes and what we can learn about the importance of rest by seeing their successful training programs, which include adequate rest. We will also talk about how God's view on rest and the world/Diet Culture's views are VERY different! Today I'm chatting about: What I do on a Sabbath to recharge (and why that's different each week and person to person) How considering your Monday self can help you rest better on your Sabbath Things I do on Saturday to rest easier on Sundays How taking a restful Sunday can help me have rest rhythms all week long Something a spin bike instructor said in a workout that had me thinking about rest in a different way  The wisdom of RESTING enough first to then next WORK well (a very counter cultural order of events!) The importance of giving God our first fruits, which leads to blessing Things Sabbathing and Intuitive Eating have in common The way my cat displays rest being the highest form of trust How the strongest man in the world reminds me to rest! How an English runner breaking world records showcases the importance of including rest in our workout routines A benefit of regular Sabbath being prevention of burnout  Fun traditions my family did growing up on Sabbath! Past podcast episodes mentioned:  Why Tithing & Intuitive Eating Are Similar How Tithing Grew My Business BIG & Fast (listen for a Biblical and healthy view on MONEY) Connect with Nyla: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nyla's website⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nyla's second podcast, On the Job with God

Hey friends!  I'm so delighted to be back with another episode of the podcast, this time with a very longtime friend of mine:  Dr. Jenn Salib Huber. Dr. Jenn is a Canadian Registered Dietitian, Naturopathic Doctor and Intuitive Eating Counselor on a mission to help women manage menopause without diets and food rules. She supports women through the physical and emotional shifts of perimenopause and menopause using a Health at Every Size approach, intuitive eating, and practical nutrition. Jenn hosts The Midlife Feast podcast and community, and is the author of the upcoming book Eat to Thrive During Menopause, out October 21, 2025. I first met Jenn over a decade ago, when she supported me and my family with some really scary food allergies that my kiddos were having.  Our paths crossed again as I began writing Project Body Love, exploring my relationship with my body and, specifically, intuitive eating and the concept of health at every size.  In more recent years, Jenn has supported me as I've been transitioning through perimenopause.  I couldn't be happier to be sharing Jenn's wisdom with you today! Here's some of what we talk about: > We both share our somewhat hilarious stories of how we each realized we were in perimenopause – and then of course what happened for each of us afterward. > Why we know so little about the complex process of peri/menopause, why so many of us are surprised by our symptoms, and how Gen X and Millenial women are doing things differently, redefining the experience and demanding more information and better care. > The symptoms of perimenopause that no one expects, and that seemingly have nothing to do with perimenopause at all!  Jenn explains the "hormone soup" that exists in our body during this time, and how it has far-reaching impacts well beyond hot flashes and crime scene periods. > How our relationships with our bodies change during this transformational time in our lives – how many of us are confronted with the body and health changes associated with aging and the reality that we can't always control what happens to our health. > The potential that peri/menopause has to catalyze us to break up with Diet Culture for good and find joy and pleasure in food and movement.  We talk about the power and possibility that can reveal itself to us when we see this time as a rite of passage in our lives.  Jenn leaves us with the question:  how can midlife be a feast? I hope you love this interview as much as I did! Show Notes Jenn's book, Eat to Thrive During Menopause, comes out October 21st Pre-order the book and get some sweet bonus recipes! Jenn's website The Midlife Feast community - highly recommend! Jenn's amazing instagram page – seriously, it's such a wealth of tangible, shareable knowledge here! The Midlife Feast podcast The episode of the Midlife Feast that Jenn and I did together, on when the rite of passage into motherhood overlaps with the rite of passage into perimenopause The Project Body Love book  

Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, it's never enough? You try harder, you push yourself, you chase perfection—but all it leaves you with is exhaustion and self-criticism. What if the answer isn't doing more, but actually being kinder to yourself?This week, we sit down with licensed therapist and course creator Erica Thomas to talk about the radical (and practical) power of self-compassion. Erica shares her personal story of body image struggles, unpacks how diet culture keeps us stuck, and explains why self-compassion might be the missing piece in our own journeys toward peace with ourselves.From silencing the inner critic to modeling self-kindness for our kids, this conversation is full of wisdom and practical tools we can use today.If you're tired of the hamster wheel of “never enough,” you don't want to miss this episode.Special Guest: Erica ThomasErica is a licensed marriage and family therapist, psychotherapist, and the creator of an online course all about self-compassion as a practical alternative to diet culture. She works with families and teens, helping people navigate body image challenges and that ever-present inner critic, with a focus on healing and acceptance. She lives in Lafayette, California and sees patients virtually. To learn more about Erica and her course, go to:https://ericathomaslmft.comeatingwithselflove.com https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/erica-fawn-thomas-lafayette-ca/239622ONLINE COURSE: Heal Emotional Eating with Self-Compassionhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/heal-emotional-eating-with-self-compassion-tickets-1097694837809?aff=oddtdtcreator

Coaches love control—until it controls them. In this one, Lara Days (Visionary Endotype), a board‑certified health coach and intuitive eating counselor, breaks down why so many smart, high‑capacity people are secretly micromanaging their bodies: daily weigh‑ins, body checking, earning food, and calling it “discipline.” We talk about the pendulum swing—strict rules on one side, “forget it” on the other—and how to find a livable middle. You'll hear Lara's practical lens on rejecting diet culture, using interoception and attunement as your real “data,” and why tracking feelings beats tracking macros for most humans. We also unpack program design: getting explicit buy‑in, setting agreements, and running groups where autonomy is the point—not another set of rules. Links • Lara Days — best place to connect: Instagram (she checks DMs and responds) • Programs: Annual Group Intuitive Eating Program; Nourished & Whole Collective membership: https://www.laraelizabethcoaching.com/nourished-and-whole-collective  • Raving Coaches podcast homepage (listen & subscribe): https://ravingcoaches.podbean.com/ Mentioned in the Episode • Interoception & attunement as “data you can feel” • Screening for disordered eating before prescribing food tracking • Program design: buy‑in, clear agreements, and consent in groups

Feeling lost in a sea of conflicting advice about autoimmune disease? It can be especially tricky during perimenopause and menopause when hormones throw everything off. Dr. Alison Danby, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in autoimmune health, is here to break it all down with clear, science-backed guidance that feels like a sigh of relief.What you won't hear is any ideas about cutting out gluten, dairy, or sugar, or following strict AIP protocols. Dr. Danby explains why those extreme diets can actually hurt your gut and why a Mediterranean-style approach supports your microbiome, heart, bones, and overall wellbeing, without the stress.We also chat about the surprising role of stress in triggering autoimmune flares and how simple things like better sleep, gentle movement, and stress management can be more powerful than complicated food rules.Whether you're just starting to figure out your autoimmune journey or have been managing it for years, this episode gives you permission to relax around food and focus on what really helps your body heal.Connect with Dr. Alison Danby Listen to the Podcast Autoimmune SimplifiedInstagram: @dr.alisondanbyWebsite: www.alisondanby.comLike what you learned? Check out these other episodes!What Every Woman Needs to Know About Cholesterol, Heart Health, & Menopause with Dr. Alex Verge NDIs it Hunger, Food Noise, or Hormones?Gut Health & Hormones in Midlife: What You Need to Know with Dr. Kim Bretz NDIntuitive Eating in Menopause: A Conversation with Evelyn Tribole  What did you think of this episode? Click here and let me know!

So you've tried to diet your way to control, but instead, you end up feeling more out of control than ever. Why is that? It's not just about willpower or “falling off track.” Dieting actually dysregulates your entire system — your hunger cues, your emotions, your hormones, even your nervous system. The very rules you're following are what cause you to swing back and forth on the pendulum: restrict, rebel, repeat. In episode 257 of Fitness & Sushi, we'll show you why dieting keeps you stuck in chaos, and how to finally break free by learning to stay regulated instead. In this episode — “How Dieting Dysregulates Your Body and Mind (And What to Do Instead)” — you'll learn…

What if the harder you try, the more stuck you actually get? I know, sounds backwards, but I learned this lesson the hard way. Picture this: I'm in Hawaii, surrounded by paradise, and instead of enjoying the damn beach, I'm in full-blown meltdown mode over whether I earned my Mai Tai. That was the moment I realized… something had to change. Enter: The Flip Flop Life, my “napkin manifesto” that sat on my hard drive for six years before I finally brought it to life. In this episode, we're diving into: ·       Why perfection and all-or-nothing dieting are making you miserable (not healthy). ·       How to ditch the food police soundtrack running in your head 24/7. ·       The boring (a.k.a. unsexy) basics that actually move the needle, sleep, stress, protein, fiber, consistency. ·       What happens when you finally let it be easy instead of chasing six-week shred promises. This isn't another 30-day quick fix. It's a lifestyle shift for women who are done white knuckling their way through diets, workouts, and “earning their food.” So, if you're ready to trade the mental gymnastics for ease, fun, and actually living your life, welcome to The Flip Flop Life. Ready to join us? Pop into the show notes for details on the open house and waitlist, or DM me to chat. Facebook group Free Resources: https://www.fitgirlmagic.com/freeresources_podcast Website:  http://www.kimbarnesjefferson.com 

Comida é base. E neste episódio, a conversa com a nutricionista Maria Alvim, no NUPENS/USP, e com a pesquisadora de cultura alimentares Patty Durães aprofunda os seguintes temas: o intestino como "segundo cérebro", o efeito dos ultraprocessados na nossa saúde e como é necessário valorizar a "comida de panela". Afinal, alimentação é um dos pilares mais importantes para o nosso bem-estar, ao lado do sono e da atividade física.Esta temporada de Chapadinhas de Endorfina.doc tem patrocínio de Itaú Uniclass, e é sobre se apaixonar pelo o que seu corpo é capaz de fazer, pela endorfina que ele libera e pela liberdade que ele proporciona. Bem-estar de verdade. Pra você chegar lá.Faça parte do Minhas Vantagens e descubra as vantagens de ser cliente Itaú Uniclass em https://meu.itau/chapadinhasdeendorfina_ep04⁠Toda quinta-feira, um novo episódio. Nos encontramos de novo na semana que vem?Referências citadas neste episódio:Livro "Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating", Christy HarrisonLivro "The Wellness Trap: Break Free from Diet Culture, Disinformation, and Dubious Diagnoses, and Find Your True Well-Being", Christy HarrisonPodcast "Rethinking Wellness", Christy HarrisonPodcast "Food Psych", Christy Harrison=======================================================Nos acompanhe também:Chapadinhas de Endorfina no Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chapadinhasdeendorfina/⁠⁠⁠Obvious no Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/obvious.cc/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Marcela Ceribelli no Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/marcelaceribelli/⁠⁠Nupens no Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nupensusp/Patty Durães no Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patty.duraes/

Have you ever wondered if diet culture exists outside of America? Do you wonder how your heritage impacts your relationship with food? This week, Sam is joined by one of the incredible Find Food ® dietitians, Maya Rizkala. Maya is a Lebanese American dietitian. Maya conducts a special 1:1 interview with her mother which is cut up and embedded into today's episode. If you have found yourself cutting out some of your favorite cultural foods in the name of “health & wellness” we invite you to listen to this episode. 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! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Slim Fast Kids, the podcast where we unpack the diet culture circus that raised us — one decade at a time. In this debut episode, we're heading back to the 1980s, the era of spandex leotards, moms power-walking with Jane Fonda tapes, and refrigerators stocked with Diet Coke like it was holy water.This was the decade where diet culture really strapped on its leg warmers and hit the treadmill. With more moms entering the workforce, TV booming, and glossy magazines screaming “thin is in,” kids of the '80s were basically set up for a lifetime subscription to body shame. We'll break down the neon-lit nonsense, the “miracle” products, and the pop-culture moments that taught a whole generation that calories were evil and cottage cheese was a meal.Funny, biting, and just a little tragic — this is the start of the diet drama that shaped the rest of us.****made with AI

Author and coach Jen Butler joins me to talk about the wild Venn diagram of midlife: perimenopause, PMDD, motherhood, and the courage to break up with both alcohol and diet culture. Jen shares how cycle tracking helped her spot a clear mid-cycle mood crash, the conversation that led to her PMDD diagnosis, and why taking fluoxetine (Prozac) in her luteal phase lets her feel like herself all month.We get into night sweats, brain fog, strength training by your cycle, communicating with partners and kids, and how seven years alcohol-free opened the door to deeper healing—plus her forthcoming memoir, Mom Rediscovered: My Midlife Breakup with Drinking and Diet Culture. If you've ever wondered whether thriving in this season is possible… this one's for you.We cover:Perimenopause signs & PMDD (and what finally helped)Luteal-phase SSRIs: what it's like on Prozac only half the monthFitness + strength: adjusting weights across your cycleQuitting wine-mom culture & becoming alcohol-freeDitching diet culture for body appreciationParenting through hormones: honesty, safety, and therapyTo connect with Jen: Website: jenbutlerwrites.comInstagram: @jenbutlerwrites---The Cycle Codes:Instagram: @thecyclecodes

In episode 297 of Fitness & Sushi, I sit down with my Gen Z daughters for an honest conversation about what it's like to grow up surrounded by diet culture — and how they're learning to navigate it in today's world. From almond moms to social media pressures, you'll hear their perspective on what diet culture looks like for their generation, their memories of watching me trapped in it (and then breaking free), and what moms and grandmas can do to protect the next generation. In this episode — “Gen Z, Almond Moms & Diet Culture: A Daughter-Mom Talk on Body, Food & Freedom” — you'll learn…

In this deeply moving and inspiring conversation, Dr. Cristina Castagnini welcomes Haley Schiek, an eating disorder recovery coach and founder of COSANA Coaching, to share her personal journey from years of struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating to building a life of freedom, purpose, and joy. Haley recounts how childhood bullying, social media pressures, and the cultural obsession with thinness shaped her early sense of self and triggered her eating disorder. She opens up about her healing path—starting with yoga teacher training at just 15, discovering energy work and spiritual connection after college, and ultimately finding peace with her body and food. Together, Haley and Dr. Cristina explore how trauma, systemic pressures, and the “thin ideal” keep so many people trapped in cycles of shame and self-criticism, and why true recovery often requires addressing mind, body, and spirit—not just behavior. This episode is for anyone who has struggled to feel at home in their body, or who is curious about incorporating yoga, mindfulness, and energy work into their recovery process.SHOW NOTES: Click hereFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behind_the_bite Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trying to raise kids who have a genuinely healthy relationship with food and their bodies? Join Jennifer Reid, MD as she speaks with Oona Hanson, educator, writer and parent coach, about how much power parents have to nurture kids who trust their own hunger cues, enjoy movement for joy rather than punishment, and develop the kind of inner voice that supports rather than sabotages them throughout life.Understanding Diet CultureDiet culture isn't just about dieting—it's pervasive beliefs about food and bodies that we're systematically taught."It's the air we breathe. It's the water we're swimming in... We aren't born with these ideas [about good/bad foods]. These are something we're systematically taught through culture."Parent Guilt and Self-Compassion"Parents don't cause eating disorders and parents can actually be the most powerful source of support for recovery."About OonaOona Hanson is a writer, educator, and parent coach specializing in helping families navigate diet culture. She holds master's degrees in educational psychology and English, is a regular CNN contributor, and writes the "Parenting Without Diet Culture" newsletter. Her first book will be published by Cambridge University Press in 2026.Resources Mentioned* "Fearing the Black Body" by Dr. Sabrina Strings - explores connections between racism and diet culture* "Parenting Without Diet Culture" newsletter by Oona Hanson* Division of Responsibility feeding framework by Ellyn Satter* Eating disorder specialists - therapists, psychiatrists, registered dietitians with ED experienceIf you enjoyed this episode of The Reflective Mind podcast, here are others you may like:* Size-Inclusive Healthcare with Dr. Mara Gordon, MD* New Hope in Treatments for Eating Disorders with Dr. Joanna Steinglass, MDFind Dr. Reid on Instagram: @jenreidmd and LinkedIn You can also preorder her upcoming book, Guilt Free!Thanks for checking out The Reflective Mind podcast! Subscribe for free to hear about future book events and podcast episodes.Also check out Dr. Reid's regular contributions to Psychology Today: Think Like a Shrink.Seeking a mental health provider? Try Psychology TodayNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255Dial 988 for mental health crisis supportSAMHSA's National Helpline - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)-a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.Disclaimer:The views expressed on this podcast reflect those of the host and guests, and are not associated with any organization or academic site. Also, AI may have been used to create the transcript and notes, based only on the specific discussion of the host and guest and reviewed for accuracy. The information and other content provided on this podcast or in any linked materials, are not intended and should not be construed as medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this website is for general information purposes only.If you or any other person has a medical concern, you should consult with your health care provider or seek other professional medical treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something that have read on this website, blog or in any linked materials. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services (911) immediately. You can also access the National Suicide Help Line at 1-800-273-8255 or call 988 for mental health emergencies. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit amindofherown.substack.com

Today's episode with host Beverley Simpson interviews weight loss coach Kim Siberski, who specializes in helping women over 50 achieve sustainable weight loss without restrictive dieting. Kim shares her personal journey of losing 30 pounds and keeping it off for over four years after decades of yo-yo dieting. She reveals her simple yet effective approach to weight management that focuses on mindset transformation, listening to your body's hunger cues, and creating personalized strategies that fit into busy lifestyles. This conversation offers valuable insights for women who are tired of dieting but still want to achieve their health and weight goals in their 50s and beyond. Actionable Steps / Key TakeawaysStop focusing on restrictive dieting and instead learn to listen to your body's hunger cuesWork on improving your self-talk and mindset as the foundation for sustainable weight lossFind ways to incorporate movement into your day that fit your schedule, even if it's just 5-10 minutes at a timeDon't use menopause or age as an excuse - weight loss is still possible after 50 with the right approachConnect with her here:- Kim Siberski's Website:https://kimsiberski.com/- Kim Siberski's Social  FACEBOOK   |   INSTRAGRAMIf you're ready to start and scale a profitable business online, schedule your free profit plan here:https://go.bsimpsonfitness.com/widget/bookings/bsimpsonfitness***Help Us Help More People. When you leave a review on Apple or Spotify, it helps us share the message so that we can raise the industry standards and help more people for free. Join the Facebook community!Are you a new fitness entrepreneur looking to attract clients? Maybe you're looking to dial in your messaging? Or perhaps you're experienced and looking to scale your business?Head on over to Facebook, and request access to my Online Marketing for Fitness Professionals group. Post an introduction about yourself, ask some questions, or let us celebrate your wins with you.BSimpsonFitness Best Next Steps Simple Scaling - Want the fastest most efficient way to start and scale a profitable business in the health and wellness space, with less than 2k followers or DMing 100 cold people a day? Watch this short free training and I'll show you how for free. Tap here to register: https://ptprofitformula.com/simple-scaling-optinPT Profit Formula - 10k in 90 Days or you don't pay, let me show you how it works for free. Learn more here: https://ptprofitformula.com/optin The Complete 10k Per Month Blueprint - FREE - A step -by - step guide to generate consistent 10k months and beyond online https://ptprofitformula.com/your-10k-blueprint Support the showSupport the show

In this deeply moving and inspiring conversation, Dr. Cristina Castagnini welcomes Haley Schiek, an eating disorder recovery coach and founder of COSANA Coaching, to share her personal journey from years of struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating to building a life of freedom, purpose, and joy. Haley recounts how childhood bullying, social media pressures, and the cultural obsession with thinness shaped her early sense of self and triggered her eating disorder. She opens up about her healing path—starting with yoga teacher training at just 15, discovering energy work and spiritual connection after college, and ultimately finding peace with her body and food. Together, Haley and Dr. Cristina explore how trauma, systemic pressures, and the “thin ideal” keep so many people trapped in cycles of shame and self-criticism, and why true recovery often requires addressing mind, body, and spirit—not just behavior. This episode is for anyone who has struggled to feel at home in their body, or who is curious about incorporating yoga, mindfulness, and energy work into their recovery process.SHOW NOTES: Click hereFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behind_the_bite Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Health, Wellth & Wisdom Podcast episode, host and head coach, Nicole Hagen shares 8 food rules/myths that don't actually matter and don't deserve your time, energy, or headspace. Throughout the episode you'll hear about:  Meal timing and frequency Artificial sweeteners Processed foodsOrganic vs conventional produce Food logging/trackingand so much more in-between. If you grew up submerged in Diet Culture and feel burdened by trying to adhere to food rules, this podcast episode is for you and will help you understand where your time and energy is best spent in order to get the sustainable weight loss results you desire. Apply for 1:1 Nutrition Coaching: https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/coaching-applicationCheck your HSA/FSA Eligibility:  https://app.truemed.com/qualify/tm_qual_q0c29x5n9vLose Weight Without Counting Calories Masterclass: https://nutritioncoachingwithnicole.com/fat-loss-masterclass

In this episode of Fitness & Sushi, I'm exposing the hidden price you've been paying for decades of dieting — costs you may never have connected to diet culture until now. From the money wasted to the opportunities missed, the bill adds up in ways that will blow your mind.   In this episode – “The Hidden Costs of Diet Culture (And How to Stop Paying Them)” – you'll learn…  

GLP-1 medications are everywhere—ads, social feeds, fridge drawers—and our kids notice. In this solo episode, Dr. Whitney lays out when to bring GLP-1s up (rarely), when to respond (when your child asks), and exactly how to keep the conversation grounded in health, not aesthetics. She covers common myths teens absorb online, what's appropriate for kids (and what's not), real risks and benefits, and simple scripts you can use to push back on diet-culture messaging—without shaming bodies of any size.----This episode is brought to you by Suvie: If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I've got something game-changing.It's called Suvie. It's a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here's the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner's ready exactly when you need it.I use it because I don't have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does.You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru.Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about.Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link.

In this solo episode of Life After Diets, Stefanie Michele takes a deeply personal look at identity — how it forms, how it gets tangled up with food and body image, and how it shifts in the process of recovery. With her co-host Sarah leaving the podcast, Stefanie reflects on what it means to carry the podcast forward on her own and how that mirrors the ways we all renegotiate who we are when familiar roles change. She shares vulnerable stories from her teenage years, including moments when dieting and comparison became tied to her sense of belonging, and how those early identities carried forward into adulthood. Stefanie unpacks the pull of societal validation — being seen as the “fit one,” the “healthy one,” or even the “struggling one” — and how these labels can feel both protective and limiting. The episode also explores the everyday challenges of navigating diet culture, from handling casual food and body talk to setting boundaries that protect your well-being. Stefanie discusses practical ways to self-soothe, create space for uncomfortable emotions, and question the narratives that no longer serve you. More than a story of food or recovery, this conversation is about identity itself: the parts of us we protect, the roles we cling to, and the freedom that comes with exploring new ways of being. Connect with Stefanie: Website: www.iamstefaniemichele.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamstefaniemichele Substack: www.substack.com/@iamstefaniemichele Email: stefanie@iamstefaniemichele.com    

In this game-changing conversation, Dr. Jodi Richardson welcomes internationally acclaimed exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr. Stacy Sims. With her groundbreaking mantra that “women are not small men,” Stacy unpacks why the diet and fitness advice we’ve been given for decades is letting us down—and what to do instead. Discover why eating more (not less) can improve your body composition, boost energy, reduce anxiety, and build the resilience you’ll need for the decades ahead. Learn how fueling first thing in the morning resets stress hormones, why strength training is non-negotiable, and how small, sustainable changes can transform your health, confidence, and wellbeing for life. If you’ve ever felt stuck on the diet treadmill, frustrated by fatigue, or anxious about aging, this empowering episode will flip the script and set you free. Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/drjodirichardson?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabqDVAw_zhoG3IXGRhgjn-J14BFJy50ztJbCHywMfZobVH12nX1USMbisI_aem_QViUbKkXHlwbD3y4kGcvGQ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Menopause is finally front and center — and that's a good thing. But as Time recently highlighted, much of the conversation is still steeped in diet culture. Weight loss is being pushed as the solution, even when it comes at the expense of women's mental health and well-being. In this episode — “Menopause, Diet Culture, and the Weight Loss Trap: What No One's Talking About” — you'll learn: Why diet-focused menopause programs often backfire How disordered eating is resurging in midlife women Why weight loss itself isn't the problem — but the mindset behind it can be The steps to heal your food and body relationship before pursuing physical goals What real, supportive solutions look like during this stage of life If you've been feeling lost in the noise of menopause diet culture, you're not alone. This is your invitation to heal first, so the rest becomes possible. Time article: https://time.com/7297712/menopause-diet-culture-eating-disorders-essay/ ——— When you're ready, here are more ways we can help you… Read Tony's Book for Free His book The Ideal Body Formula: How to Ditch Diet Culture and Achieve the NEW Ideal Body is available for you to read 100% free. Click here to read it, or purchase in paperback and Kindle versions on Amazon. Join Our Free Built Daily Facebook Group Get further strategies and inspiration to help you overcome your health and fitness struggles. Click here to join. Schedule Your Free Breakthrough Call This is a free call designed to help you overcome your struggles and get you on track to achieving your healthiest weight. Schedule your call here: builtdaily.com/call/

01:23 – Meet Greta Jarvis Greta Jarvis, founder of the Center for Active Women, is introduced. Her background in public health, nutrition, and intuitive eating is highlighted. 02:40 – Greta’s Athletic Journey Greta shares her experience as a lacrosse player, her early start in the sport, and the challenges she faced with menstrual health as a young athlete. 04:10 – The Female Athlete Triad & Medical Normalization Discussion on how missing periods was normalized in sports, the lack of awareness among medical professionals, and the impact of the female athlete triad. 07:00 – RED-S and the Need for Advocacy Exploring the evolution from the triad to RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), the importance of education, and the need for systemic change in sports culture. 10:00 – Social Media, Diet Culture, and Disordered Eating How social media and cultural messages contribute to disordered eating and body image issues among athletes. 13:00 – Fueling the Adolescent Athlete The challenges of meeting nutritional needs for high school and college athletes, and the importance of early education on fueling and body respect. 16:00 – RED-S: A Broader Framework Why RED-S is a more inclusive and helpful framework for understanding energy deficiency, and how it applies to a wide range of athletes. 20:00 – Personal Stories: Bone Health and Recovery Greta shares her personal journey with amenorrhea, bone density loss, and the process of regaining health through nutrition and rest. 25:00 – Systemic Barriers: Access, Food Insecurity, and Team Support Lindsey and Greta discuss the role of social determinants of health, food insecurity among athletes, and the importance of community and team support. 30:00 – Intuitive Eating: Principles and Practice An introduction to intuitive eating, its 10 principles, and how it can be a powerful tool for athletes and non-athletes alike. 35:00 – Research and Misconceptions about Intuitive Eating Addressing common misconceptions, the evidence base for intuitive eating, and the importance of going to the source for accurate information. 40:00 – Greta’s Work and Resources Greta shares about her consulting work, resources for athletes and teams, and how listeners can connect with her. 45:00 – Rapid Fire Questions & Closing Fun rapid-fire questions for Greta, her favorite foods and sports, and final thoughts on community, support, and fueling female athletes.   Greta Jarvis holds her Master of Public Health in Health Promotion and Master of Science in Nutrition, as well as certifications as an Intuitive Eating Counselor and Integrative Health Coach.   The heart of her work is equipping women and girls to build peaceful and confident relationships with food, body, and movement. She sees individual clients and facilitates customized group events as the founder of the Center for Active Women; works as the Marketing & Media Manager for EDRD Pro, an organization providing online education for eating disorder professionals; and is the social media specialist and assistant for Evelyn Tribole, the co-author and co-creator of Intuitive Eating. In the spring, you can find Greta coaching high school women’s lacrosse and teaching the graduate-level Eating Disorders and Intuitive Eating elective at the National University of Natural Medicine.   Website: www.centerforactivewomen.com Instagram: @centerforactivewomen   For more information about the show, head to work with Lindsey on improving your nutrition, head to: http://www.lindseycortes.com/ Join REDS Recovery Membership: http://www.lindseycortes.com/reds Check out WaveBye: DISCOUNT CODE for 15% off: LINDSEYCORTES Direct referral link for discount: https://www.wavebye.co/?ref=LINDSEYCORTES Visit WaveBye's Website: http://wavebye.co Follow WaveBye: @‌wavebyeinc on Instagram @‌wavebyeinc on TikTok @‌WaveByeInc on YouTube

In this episode, dietitian Rachael shares her journey into the field and how she integrates Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size® into her practice. We explore the difference between weight-inclusive and weight-centric care, especially in managing conditions like diabetes, PCOS, and IBS. Rachael also discusses the hidden costs of chronic dieting, how to break free from diet culture, and practical steps to build trust in your body. Plus, she offers one simple way to start practicing intuitive eating today.Rachael Hartley is a registered dietitian and author of the book Gentle Nutrition. At her practice, Rachael Hartley Nutrition, she supports her clients in improving their health and wellbeing and navigating health concerns through non-diet approaches.“You know, oftentimes the diet is the cause of the chaotic eating”Connect with Yumlish!Yumlish Website: YumlishYumlish on Instagram: @yumlish_Yumlish on Facebook: YumlishYumlish on Twitter: @yumlish_Connect with Rachael Hartley!Website URL: www.rachaelhartleynutrition.comInstagram URL: @ RachaelHartleyRD Facebook URL: https://www.facebook.com/rachaelhartleyrd/Other promos (books, publications, speeches, etc.) : https://bookshop.org/p/books/gentle-nutrition-a-non-diet-approach-to-healthy-eating-rachael-hartley/14860280

If you've seen the new Netflix documentary Fit For TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser, you know it pulled back the curtain on one of the most-watched weight loss shows of all time. In this episode, I'm breaking down the most controversial parts of the documentary, including: Starvation-level diets that were sometimes under 1,000 calories a day Grueling 6+ hour daily workouts Alleged use of stimulants like caffeine pills to speed up weight loss “Temptation challenges” that glorified bingeing and food shame How all of this affected the participants - slowed metabolisms, weight regain, disordered eating, and emotional fallout AND why quick fixes and crash diets never work long-term, and what to do instead! --- Show Notes: Sign up for a 1:1 Discovery Call Join the Imperfectly Paige Wellness Community Join the Compass Method DIY Program Jump inside my Rock the Bloat Minicourse Get my Core-Gi Workout Program with the exclusive listener discount! Join my Brain Rewiring Masterclass You can learn more about me by following on IG @imperfectlypaigewellness or by checking out my blog, freebies, and offers on my website: https://imperfectlypaigewellness.com Please share with #PaigeTalksWellness to help get the word out about the show - and join the Imperfect Health Fam over on Facebook.

In this episode of the Fiercely Fueled Nutrition Podcast, Coach Bela and Coach Joni critique common misleading practices such as fearmongering food labels, overemphasis on protein, fasted cardio, and carb cycling. Listen in as they debunk myths around juice cleanses, detox diets, and the portrayal of thinness as the pinnacle of health and athleticism.  Also shared are some valuable insights on how to properly fuel the body for strength and performance.      Links and Resources:  Get our free pre & post-training meals guide https://guide.fiercelyfueled.com/podcast  Follow Fiercely Fueled Nutrition:    Instagram: @fiercelyfuelednutrition https://www.instagram.com/fiercelyfuelednutrition/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fiercelyfueled    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7sAH26zWzvrI-73I1J3icA

Many of us grew up learning that exercise was about punishment or performance: “No pain, no gain.” “Burn off that cookie.” But what happens when we want something better for our kids? In this episode, Dr. Whitney unpacks her own complicated relationship with movement, how diet culture sneaks into exercise, and practical ways parents can help kids see movement as care, joy, and connection. Whether your child is a budding athlete, a reluctant mover, or somewhere in between, you'll learn how to shift the conversation away from shame and toward lifelong well-being.----This episode is brought to you by Suvie: If dinnertime is your daily chaos hour, I've got something game-changing.It's called Suvie. It's a smart countertop appliance and meal delivery service that makes effortless home-cooked meals. And here's the coolest part - The Suvie Kitchen Robot that refrigerates your food all day, then cooks it automatically—roasting, slow cooking, even air frying—so dinner's ready exactly when you need it.I use it because I don't have time to meal prep every Sunday. I need something that works with my actual schedule. Suvie does.You can load it in the morning, set it, and forget it. No stress. No last-minute drive-thru.Suvie makes dinner one less thing to worry about.Check it out at suvie.com/modernmommy and get 16 free meals with this link.

The new Fit for TV documentary on The Biggest Loser has us fired up. This reality show wasn't just “entertainment,” it reshaped diet culture, fitness, and the way we think about bodies in ways that were harmful, abusive, and dehumanizing.    In this episode, we're breaking down why the show was so damaging and what it means for how we approach health today. This documentary was a stark reminder that your body isn't a spectacle, you don't owe anyone a before-and-after picture, and health should never come at the cost of your dignity. In this episode: How The Biggest Loser normalized extreme and unsafe weight loss practices. The ripple effects it created in gyms, workplaces, and wellness programs across the country. Why diet culture about profit, not health. Weighing benefits vs costs of weight loss programs. Red flags to look out for in trainers, programs, and “health” challenges. What compassionate, sustainable, and whole-person wellness actually looks like. This episode is brought to you by Jukestir. Learn more here: https://jukestir.com/   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 Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet   Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness Join Tara's Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/5290e3f13e08/email-signup Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

In this episode of the Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Nagina Abdullah, weight-loss coach for midlife women and founder of the top-rated website MasalaBody.com. Nagina shares her personal journey of losing 40 pounds after years of struggling with diets that didn't work. She opens up about the power of understanding blood sugar balance, how spices like cinnamon can help reduce cravings and improve metabolism, and why focusing on adding nutritious foods works better than restriction. Nagina also introduces her slim down programs and a free metabolism-boosting workshop designed specifically for women in midlife who feel stuck and frustrated with traditional diets.

Board-certified pediatrician, author and founder of Modern Mommy Doc Whitney Casares, MD joins Tara for a heartfelt conversation about body image and self-acceptance in children. Drawing from Whitney's new book, My One-Of-A-Kind Body: The Ultimate Guide for Caring For Me, they explore how parents can help kids embrace their uniqueness despite societal pressures and diet culture. From modeling healthy behaviors to using everyday moments as teaching opportunities, this episode offers practical tools and compassionate insights for raising body-confident children. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on nurturing a positive body image in the next generation. Links: https://www.instagram.com/modernmommydoc https://amzn.to/4n5Dy6I

Today we talk to dietitian Madeleine Berg, author of "OMG!? You think I'm fat? How to Talk (or NOT talk) about your child's weight." Madeleine is a "super nutritionist" helping many of her clients, improve the conversation around food. She talks to lots of parents about how to discuss food and eating with their children, as well as weight issues, and the discussion around body image, size, shape. Madeleine's life's work is to stop the generational cycle of diet culture that can be passed down through families.Tune in to this fiery conversation that Rob and Sandra have with Madeleine Berg, RD about her book and this important issue.Check out Madeleine's website here Madeleine Berg - Best Way to Lose Weight, Weight Loss, NutritionistEpisodes mentioned, includeEp 69. Eating Together with Family Meals - Dr. Karrie Henemanhttps://youtu.be/ADDWvgNc-DI?si=NIUrD0O8zUPRj-jSEp 60. Dangers of Diet Culture in The Fitness Industry with Lisa Duncanhttps://youtu.be/vSMLF0YVxuU?si=9YYqK4eakxIs32V6Ep 111. How to Raise Healthy Families with Amy Stahelihttps://youtu.be/ZZnNiWcS5LE?si=nk94Zl7lkJiAgy1SEp 188. Simple Strategies for Picky Eaters with Sarah Garone, Nutritionisthttps://youtu.be/T9Vp5_D8XTs?si=XSpdGmyJv3ZbkKNNEp 13. 9 Mealtime Strategies for Picky Eating https://youtu.be/Cud0Z-XV_DA?si=pQ-GMNulGQpzKwV4Enjoying the show? Consider leaving a 5 star review, and/or sharing this episode with your friends and family :)Sign up for our newsletter on our website for weekly updates and other fun info. You can also visit our social media pages. We're on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Your support helps fuel the stoke and keeps the show going strong every week. Thanks!Website: www.mywifethedietitian.comEmail: mywifetherd@gmail.com

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Burke – coach, creator, and host of The Strength Chick Podcast. Jessica opens up about her journey leaving the collegiate strength & conditioning world after years of sacrifice, low pay, and a toxic culture that too often disrespected athletes, athletic trainers, and support staff. We dive into the moment she knew she had to walk away, how she built her own brand over nearly a decade, and what it took to finally bet on herself.Now based in Chicago, Jessica is opening her own private training facility while coaching a wide range of clients — from post-PT athletes to women in their 30s–50s who want a healthier, more balanced approach to training and nutrition. She shares her passion for cutting through fitness industry noise, breaking free from diet culture, and creating educational, sustainable solutions that actually fit people's lives.We cover:Why so many great coaches are leaving college athleticsThe realities of low pay, burnout, and scapegoating in S&CJessica's philosophy on food noise, macros vs. micros, and eating without shameThe role of supplements (and which ones are a waste of money)How she helps general population clients build consistency and confidencePractical, budget-friendly nutrition advice for athletes and young peopleIf you've ever struggled with the transition out of sports, diet culture, or balancing fitness with real life, this conversation will hit home.

In episode 294 of Fitness & Sushi, we pull back the curtain on one of diet culture's most damaging exports: The Biggest Loser. What looked like “just TV” was actually cultural programming that rewired a generation of women to believe their worth was tied to shrinking their bodies. Contestants were pushed past the point of safety, trainers used shame and abuse as “motivation,” and viewers absorbed it all as truth. The fallout? Broken metabolisms, broken trust in our bodies, and decades of food and body obsession. In this episode — Fit for TV: How The Biggest Loser Broke Us — and How We Heal — you'll learn…

Dietitian and Eating Disorder specialist, Sumner Brooks, shares insights about raising an intuitive eater in a diet- and body-focused culture.

Wellness is more than weight, and health is more than numbers. In this episode of BHT Bytes, host Sharlee Dixon is joined by Peter Fenger to unpack the complex intersections of diet culture, body image, and mental health. From the rise of weight-loss fads in the '80s and '90s to the emergence of body positivity and fat visibility movements, we trace how cultural messages about size and health have shaped generations. The conversation dives into the psychological toll of diet culture—covering disordered eating, negative self-image, and the mental health struggles tied to societal ideals. We also explore the new wave of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound—hailed by some as groundbreaking, but raising critical questions about identity, stigma, and long-term impact. Together, Sharlee and Peter break down the science, the stigma, and the shifting narratives of weight and wellness in today's world.   Follow Behavioral Health Today on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/behavioralhealthtoday/ Follow us on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@behavioralhealthtoday Follow us on Threads at: https://www.threads.net/@behavioralhealthtoday Or watch us live on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvOeCMGsF7B2gNBHuWxt-fQ

"The craze of fat-free foods was partnered with the strongest message that you can be bad and still be good."If you've ever felt confused by all of the changing food trends or wondered why something that seemed healthy a few years ago is suddenly frowned upon now, this episode will give you so much clarity. You are going to learn how diet culture has evolved over the decades and walk away feeling more grounded the next time a new trend comes around.Today I'm joined by Dr. Jillian Lampert, who is the Vice President of Strategy and Public Affairs for Accanto Health, and she's done incredible work in advocacy, education, and care access over the last 30 years.Dr. Jillian first became a dietitian during the Fen-Phen era and has seen diet culture evolve firsthand. As someone with lived experience of an eating disorder herself, she brings so much compassion and insight to this conversation and to the work she does each day.What You'll Learn:The wild, ever-changing landscape of diet culture and weight loss trends, How to spot diet culture as it continues to evolve,How the craze behind GLP-1s is connected to Fen-Phen in the 90's,Why diet foods can act like a permission slip to overeat and pull us away from body attunement,How dietary fat plays an important role in satisfaction and fullness, andThe alarming statistic connecting dieting and eating disordersThanks for being here today! Let me know what takeaways you have from this episode over on Instagram @diet.culture.rebelConnect with Dr. Jillian Lampert through the Emily Program at EmilyProgram.comStruggling with food, but not sure where to start?You don't have to feel 100% ready to get support. If you're tired of obsessing over food or feeling stuck in the diet cycle, my team of Registered Dietitians is here to help. We offer one-on-one nutrition counseling—and we accept insurance! Spots are limited, so head to https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to see if we're covered in your state and learn how to get started.

What if your struggle with food isn't about willpower—but about unhealed pain?In this raw and powerful episode of Normalize The Conversation, trauma-informed coach and Out of the Cave founder Lisa Schlosberg, LMSW, shares her personal journey from childhood obesity to extreme dieting—and how she finally broke free from diet culture for good.We explore:✅ The toxic truth behind diet culture and emotional eating✅ How restriction and obsession with weight keep us stuck✅ Why lasting healing is about compassion, not control✅ How to build a peaceful relationship with food, body image, and selfThis is not another weight loss story. It's a conversation about freedom.

It feels like the online conversation about weight loss has shifted - in a huge way. In this episode we discuss why and how big creators are suddenly talking openly about weight loss - and the effect that it's having on us. On 3rd September in Edinburgh - we'll be continuing this discussion live on stage. If you'd like to join us - you can get tickets at SIDTLive.com We also have lots of goods and bads and awkwards for you… (mainly bads and awkwards actually) - if you have an awkward that you'd like to share, or if you would like to join in with our conversation around weight loss noise, you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Diet culture has a sneaky way of showing up everywhere. From weightloss plans disguised as “lifestyle changes” to wellness trends promising to heal everything from your skin to your soul. In this encore episode, I'm joined by Christy Harrison, MPH, RD—author of The Wellness Trap and Anti-Diet—to unpack how diet culture infiltrates the wellness world and impacts women's health in ways that are anything but healthy.Christy explains how the multi-billion-dollar wellness industry often sells us pseudoscience, dubious diagnoses, and rigid food rules that can lead to disordered eating and body-image struggles. We talk about why so many people—especially women—get caught in this cycle, how eating disorders aren't always obvious, and why scientific literacy is one of the most powerful tools for protecting your health.You will learn... Why diet culture's obsession with weight loss harms physical and mental healthHow wellness trends exploit fear to sell ineffective or harmful solutionsThe connection between restrictive eating, binge eating, and long-term health issuesWhy women are extra susceptible to falling into diet culture and wellness trendsHow social media and our political climate contributes to wellness mis- and dis-informationRemember: Your worth isn't measured by your weight, your diet, or how “well” you follow health trends. Real wellness is about freedom and self-compassion.Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, is a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and journalist who has been covering food, nutrition, and health for more than 20 years. She is the author of two books, The Wellness Trapand Anti-Diet, and host of the podcasts Rethinking Wellness and Food Psych. Christy's decades of work in journalism, nutrition, and intuitive eating have helped thousands break free from the false promises of diet culture and find a more compassionate, evidence-based approach to food and health. Whether you've struggled with dieting, fallen into the wellness trap, or simply want to support women's health in a more sustainable way, this conversation will help you see wellness culture in a whole new light.Get Christy's latest book: The Wellness Trap: Break Free from Diet Culture, Disinformation, and Dubious Diagnoses and Find Your True Well-BeingLearn more about Christy at christyharrison.com and follow her on Instagram @chr1styharrisonMentioned in This Episode: Fears About Food Additives, article by Christy Harrison Is Red Food Dye Dangerous?If you're enjoying this self-love podcast, share it with the women in your life to combat diet culture, promote body positivity, and spread self-love.

Muscle matters more than you think—for your bones, your metabolism, and your sanity. We're also unpacking how to raise kids without diet culture and why mom rage might actually be a nervous system SOS.Timestamps:[2:05] Dr Stacy sims video re:osteoporosis [17:05] What's something you believed 10 years ago that you've changed your mind about?[21:28] How do you recommend navigating food dyes and processed foods with kids without food shaming?[34:28] Can you talk about mom rage when everything is overwhelming and overstimulating? What hormones do we need to look into getting checked out or supplements that can help?Episode Links:Dr. Stacy Sims Instagram PostSponsors:Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/whey-protein, and use coupon code WELLFED for 10% off.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

What if the foods marketed as “healthy” are actually keeping you stuck? Tasha Rosales shares how years of gut issues, gestational diabetes, and chronic fatigue pushed her to reevaluate everything she thought she knew about health. What started as a quest to heal her body turned into a full family transformation. From raising informed eaters (not restricted ones) to finding real balance in a world of conflicting nutrition advice, Tasha walks us through how her family now eats 85–90% real, whole foods and why it's not about perfection or fear, but intention. She gets candid about the moment she realized being too restrictive backfired with her kids, the emotional impact of imagining life if they hadn’t made these changes, and the shocking truth about what’s really in our spices, snacks, and “health” foods. Follow Tasha: @wellness.homemade Her website: www.wellnesshomemade.org Follow Morgan: @webgirlmorgan Follow Take This Personally: @takethispersonallySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Friedmann, a teen mental health advocate and host of the podcast Balancing Act. Plus, how to recover in a world steeped in diet culture. 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.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy