There are so many formulas; Some of them essential, and others...not as much. Rocket science...YES. Micromanaging the nutrition of a human being...more nuance required. Join me as we dive into some of the favorite formulas used within the science of nutrition, and how...
How Jessi Advocated for Weight-Inclusive Care in Her Profession as a Pharmacist
Join me as I pick back up with my interview with Jessi. Last time we discussed her journey from dieting to Intuitive eating, and now we are going to dive into the bold and brave move she made in order to advocate for weight-inclusive care in her profession as a...
Dieting Seems Great…Until it’s Not with Jessi
Sharing some of the painful stories in our lives is hard and tremendously brave. And I am tremendously thankful to those of you willing to bear your hearts with me on Shame Free Eating. On the show today my guest Jessi shares her dieting story. As great as the idea...
Discussing Serious Problems with the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines for Higher-Weight Children and Adolescents
This is a rough episode. I discuss aspects of the new guidelines put out by the AAP, and the reasons they are harmful to children and scientifically unsound. Here are links to additional resources discussed in the episode: Response to AAP Guidelines from IFEDD...
Weight Stigma, Bias, and Discrimination
There are some controversial guidelines coming out as well as conversations around weight loss drugs and surgery that need a whole lot more perspective and light shined on them. Let's start by diving into weight stigma. What is it and how does it affect quality of...
Food and Mood – Connections to a Malnourished Brain with Adrien Paczosa, RD
In this conversation with Registered Dietitian Adrien Paczosa we dive into the neuro-biochemistry behind food and its connection to aspects of mental health. Listen in for why carbs play such an important role and the lesser-known surprise benefits of potassium-rich...
Feeling Good in Your Body
What would you do to feel better in your body if you knew your body size or shape would not change? This is the question I am pondering in this episode. I wonder how thinking about this question might provide some insight about how to live into 2023. Do you have...
A New Way to Wrap Your Head Around New Year 2023
Goals, resolutions, life changes...how can you frame them in your life to be empowering and beneficial instead of shaming? In this episode, I chat about three ways to do that and provide examples. Maybe one will resonate with you! Reference episodes: New Beginnings...
Dieting and Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Lisa English, PT, DPT
We have spoken about a lot of adverse effects related to dieting. In this episode, we add another less talked-about issue to the list. If you have an aversion to discussions about poop, consider yourself forewarned. In this episode, I speak with Dr. Lisa...