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Discussing Serious Problems with the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines for Higher-Weight Children and Adolescents

Shame Free Eating

Release Date: 02/28/2023

Formulas are Generic, YOU are Not!: Blending the Art and Science of Nutrition

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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 to frame, adjust, or disregard them in your unique life! While we are in different genres, it seems that we have overlap! Here is a link to the book I referenced by Kate Bowler. Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I’ve Loved. Let’s connect: Are you struggling with questions about food, yo-yo dieting,...

How Jessi Advocated for Weight-Inclusive Care in Her Profession as a Pharmacist

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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 pharmacist. More about Jessi: Jessica Jones is a critical care clinical pharmacist specialist and preceptor in the Metro Detroit Area. She received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Mercer University in 2010 and completed 2 years of post-graduate residency training at the Detroit Medical Center. She is board certified in both...

Dieting Seems Great...Until it's Not with Jessi

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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 seemed for each new diet and the momentum it seemed to provide in her life — it ultimately drained her of vitality, confidence in herself, and the ability to keep dieting. What was the final straw and how has the journey looked as she reclaimed true control and trust in herself? More about Jessi: Jessica Jones is a critical...

Discussing Serious Problems with the American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines for Higher-Weight Children and Adolescents

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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: Podcasts about BMI:

Weight Stigma, Bias, and Discrimination

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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 life, physical health, and health disparities? Listen in and then write or voice message me with your questions or comments. I want to hear from you and continue to add clarity around this topic however I can. Resources: Join my FREE Food Freedom To-Do List here: Here are links to the podcast episodes that I...

Food and Mood - Connections to a Malnourished Brain with Adrien Paczosa, RD

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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 foods! Adrien is the Chief Clinical Officer and Founder of the tele-nutrition company Nourish and host of the podcast Fearless Practitioners. In the show, we have a nice chat about the value of these two areas in which she practices too! Listen in to learn more. Here is the link to her handout on food and mood! ...

Feeling Good in Your Body

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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 objections to how this idea could possibly lead you down a healthy path? Listen in! You may just find the key to unlocking true control in your life. Would you like to explore an anti-diet path this year and see how it changes your relationship with food and your body? I invite you to check out the Ditch the Diet Boot Camp....

A New Way to Wrap Your Head Around New Year 2023

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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! Referenced episodes: Are you looking for support in the coming year? I will be offering the six-week Ditch the Diet Boot Camp starting on January 10th. This is our fast track to food freedom. We will dive deep and fast into unlearning dieting mentality, why it’s so important, and how to start trusting, listening and learning...

Dieting and Your Pelvic Floor with Dr. Lisa English, PT, DPT

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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 English, a Physical Therapist and the clinical director of the Nesin Therapy Pelvic Clinic in Huntsville, Alabama. She is also a board-certified clincial specialist in womens health physical therapy. Join us as she shares her expertise and some uncomfortable repercussions of restrictive eating and intentional weight loss attempts....

Things are Getting Rough, Please Send Chocolate

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Food can be a wonderful source of comfort. So much so that sometimes we go to food for comfort and it doesn't work! Maybe we end up feeling worse or with a lack of control. In this episode, I am talking about some stress-breaker ideas, and how to use them as a way to give yourself an opportunity to assess what you need for comfort at any given time. Do you have questions about this as they pertain to you? Reach out for a free 20-minute consult here: Would you like to tackle the New Year with some support and direction? I have a few options. You can check them out here: ...

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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:

Podcasts about BMI:

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