Diet Culture Dropout

Here is a supportive solo podcast on how to manage your bad body image day or moment. Have you been having a hard time with you’re here and now body? Feeling the urge to try that next diet or “fix it” solution to solve all your body problems? But know that it is not a solution because it has never worked in the past. The thing with body image work is that it is not about the body at all. It is all about the work we do within our head and our mindset. Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Joined today with Kayla Stansberry a fat positive therapist from Maryland USA. She shares some tangible ways people can move towards more body acceptance.  Here is what we chat about: Begin by describing what body acceptance is Kayla shares how this process usually starts to unfold for people Discuss some elements that help support people move from body hate to body neutrality and/or body acceptance? Shares her best tips on moving towards a body liberated place Ways one would know when they are moving along the trajectory towards body liberation Ideas for parents on how they can start this work in the home for their kids Connect with Kayla Stansberry  by: Instagram @fatpositivetherapist TikTok @fatpositivetherapist  Or her websites Body Image Coaching (Worldwide) or for Therapy in the US Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today's interview is with Nicole Otto which is exploring disordered eating and how it relates to physical activity and sport culture.  Here is what we review: Discuss how common are disordered eating is for athletes and the general population.  How sport culture influences disordered eating and in many ways normalizes it.  Review the types of activities or sports that are “more common" for having disordered eating issues. Explore how a coach, loved one, or parent would recognize disordered eating behaviours for themselves or in their child.  Discuss how an athlete would identify an unhealthy relationship with food. Strategies parents can take to help their child.  Some key nutrition interventions to support healing from disordered eating. Resources mentioned: Rock Climber Instagram account Drew Hulsey @drewclimbswalls  Connect with Nicole by: Her website OR Instagram @nickyottord OR Facebook at Nicky Otto Dietetics Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week's episode is all about Eating Disorders 101.  We are honoring National Eating Disorder Awareness week which is celebrated from Feb 20-26 2023. Joined today with Brittaney Berendsen who is an eating disorder dietitian in Ontario.  Here is what we discuss: Statistics of how prevalent eating disorders are before the pandemic and now The various types of eating disorders, their prevalence and age of onset Brittaney shares the most common misconceptions around eating disorders  Some truths and facts about eating disorders How someone struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating can go about seeking support Review some resources, programs and organizations that can help support recovery Resources mentioned: National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) Connect with Brittaney Berendsen by: her website here  Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

In this solo episode I review the eating behaviour spectrum. Which is the diverse eating behaviours a person can have. I explore how a person's relationship with food can ebb and flow throughout their life.  You will learn more about: The different areas on the spectrum from intuitive eating, disordered eating and clinical eating disorders What these three areas look like in terms of behaviors, thoughts and food patterns  Defining diet culture and the wellness industry How diet culture fits it's way into this spectrum I review how your relationship can change overtime into different spaces on the spectrum When you can begin to identify if you are engaging in disordered eating or intuitive eating.  Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today I have the pleasure of talking with Surabhi Veitch a passionate physiotherapist located in Toronto Ontario.  We talk about the much needed topic of postpartum bounce back culture. If you are a mom, mom to be or a mom deep into her postpartum journey this episode is a must for you.  Here is what we chat about in the episode: Surabhi shares her perspective of toxic cultural expectations of what postpartum should look like. Reviews the various elements that contribute to this “ridiculous idea”. Discuss  how the medical community feeds into this bounce back culture.  How this goal can this be harmful from a physiotherapist point of view.  Explores how women can be safe when returning to movement. What women can do when they are triggered by social media, someone making a comment or a body-based inner comment comes up. Connect with Surabhi Veitch by: Instagram @thepassionatephysio By email at surabhi@thepassionatephysio.ca Her workshops and free resources check them out here You can also book a free alignment call here Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today we focus an entire episode to teens, tweens and adolescents. I am joined with Bracha Kopstick and we have an in depth conversation about how disordered eating impacts teens. Bracha is a Registered Dietitian located in Toronto Ontario who specializes in adolescent nutrition. Here is what we discuss: Start off by defining disordered eating. Review how common is it for teens to engage in disordered eating.  Explore some unique challenges that contribute specifically to disordered eating for this population. Talk about how normal puberty and weight gain is for teens.  Review some red flags parents may notice in their teen that could indicate a challenging relationship with food.  Discuss some strategies parents can focus on to help their teen to provide a supportive eating environment at home.  Connect with Bracha by: Her website or on Instagram @adolescent.nutritionist Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Are you celebrating the holiday season this year? I bet you are!! Than you need my top 8 tips on how to manage it more successfully when working on food freedom! We all know diet culture comes up in these gatherings and let's support you in not derailing. In this solo episode I review how to manage: Unsolicited body comments Navigating the table with food police or food pushers What to do when people share their food rules onto your child How to thrive at a gathering for the holiday's  Two supportive practices that can get your mindset ready and decompress after How to chat with your child following a diet culture explosion. I wish everyone a very restful holiday and I look forward to taking down more diet culture in 2023. Enjoy you food, family, friends and rest! Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Is making behaviour change difficult for you? You are so not alone! Today I host Shawn N. Hondorp and we chat all things motivation and how it connects to adult behaviour change. Shawn is passionate about helping women heal from diet culture and have positive relationships with food.  Here is what we cover in the episode:  Discuss our common goal we share helping women drop out of diet culture. Review the role motivation has when tackling our approach to food. Explore how you can shift from external shame-based motivation to empowerment in regards to food. Learn other forms of motivation. Shawn shares how can people can move away from diet culture and stay motivated when prioritizing their health. Explore how intuitive eating and a weight inclusive approach boost motivation for people.  Resources mentioned:  Shawn's Cultivate Powerful Motivation guide Connect with Shawn by: Her website OR Instagram @psychology.of.wellness   Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today I speak with Ella Van Bruinessen a Pediatric Physiotherapist from Peterborough. She shares her expertise in managing bowel and bladder challenges for kids and sheds light of her role as a Physiotherapist. Today’s topic: Managing bowel and bladder dysfunction in kids Ella explains her role as a Physiotherapist in pediatric care She reviews what bladder and bowel dysfunction is for kids Discusses some long-term complications of these conditions Reviews flags parents may notice in their child that could be having these issues Shares her family centered approach with clients Explains her best tips for parents who are dealing with this  You can connect with Ella Van Bruinessen by  Instagram @minimoversphysio The Pulse Physio Clinic's Website here  Resources mentioned in the episode: Steve Hodges kids book - Bed Wetting Accidents Aren’t Your Fault Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week on the podcast is a personal story shared by Nicole Lemke. All about her relationship with her body and how it has drastically changed overtime. I am sure this episode will deeply resonate and validate other people’s experiences.  Here is what we cover: Nicole shares what she learned about bodies from family when growing up Discusses what was deemed acceptable or valued and what was not She shares what her earliest memory of when you began to notice that “her body was a problem”  What fuelled her understanding that she needed to change/fix your body Nicole shares other experiences that encouraged her down the disordered eating path When she knew she hit “rock bottom” How did she began to drop out of diet culture and learned how to trust her body? Shares her best advice for anyone struggling in their body  Connect with Nicole Lemke by: Instagram @_nicolelemke Her Podcast @thesexysaturdaypodcast Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

In this solo episode Atheana shares her best tips for managing Halloween. Tips that will help facilitate your intuitive eater and help decreasing the parental stress around managing candy this time of year. We all know Halloween and candy is not going anywhere. So we must learn some more sustainable long-term approaches when managing this holiday. What is discussed: - How to approach candy when promoting a positive relationship with food. - Parental tips for making a successful Halloween plan. - Answers the common question of "What to do when your kid feels ill after eating candy?" - Provides ideas of how to manage Halloween and candy consumption for kids under two. - How to manage hyperactivity following sugar consumption and our perspective of this common idea. Lastly, how to approach candy consumption for any child that resides in a larger body.  Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today’s guest is Sylvi Martin an Ontario based Naturopathic Doctor, Registered Nurse & Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor. We review how underfueling impacts clients and what clients see as "failure." Here is what we cover: Define and describe what under fueling is Review some reasons a client may be seeking help that would be red flags in Sylvie's practice.  Diffuse how does diet culture promotes this narrative What the risks of under fueling or not consuming enough energy are What symptoms are felt within the body  Discuss how some clinicians and health care providers may perpetuate disordered eating Review the invalidity of food sensitivity testing and other unvalidated tests Sylvie shares her top tips for anyone straddling the decision between another diet and taking a non-diet approach to their health Connect with Sylvi Martin by: Instagram @dr.sylvimartin.nd Facebook drsylvimartin  Website  Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today's show I am joined with Jenna Kelly a local psychoeducation consultant in the Kawartha Lakes. To talk all about anxiety and ways you can help your child manage it.  Here is what we discuss: - Explore how anxiety may show up in a child - Review factors that contribute to elevated states of stress and anxiety for a child - Discuss how common it is along with the impact Covid has had - Jenna shares what her role as a psychoeducation consultant consists of  - Some tips parents can take to help their child manage anxiety  - The current gap locally with our pediatric mental health care services  You can connect with Jenna Kelly by: Her website, Instagram or on Facebook Resources stated in the show: Anxiety and depression in children: Get the facts | CDC Anxiety and Youth – Anxiety Disorders Association of Ontario Affirmation cards Atheana mentioned:  Glow Kiddo Glow Affirmation Deck Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today I am joined with Jenn Messina a Vancouver based dietitian. We talk all about tips, tricks and mindset shifts for parents to support their intuitive eaters within the school environment.  In this episode we discuss: Advice for parents getting back into the routine of packing lunches We review the Division of Responsibilities by Ellyn Satter  Review how the feeding responsibilities can be applied at school  How to navigate: lunch monitors, the food police at school and diet culture coming up in the classroom learning How to effectively talk with teachers when you have concern around food and bodies at school Resources mentioned: My lunch box card for your child's lunch pail Connect with Jenn Messina by: Instagram at @jennthedietitian Website  Join the podcast community here! A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Tune in as we explore the basics of trying to define body image. This is the first episode we are exclusively diving into this topic. Join my conversation I had with Katie McCrindle who is a Registered Social Worker, Body Liberation Counsellor, and Fat Activist. In the episode we cover: How to start defining body image. Explore how your body image is shaped over time. How to manage bad body image moment from a mirror, reflections or picture. Briefly discuss what is at the core for many people - internalized fat phobia Katie shares her top 3 tips to work towards body liberation. Connect with Katie on her website at www.katiemccrindle.com or on Instagram @katiemccrindlecounselling References mentioned in this episode: Fearing the Black Body The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future podcast episode please send me a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast. Don't forget to give Diet Culture Dropout a rating or review on your to help others connect in this non-diet space.

Today I speak with Shelley Restall an eating disorder therapist in Ontario. We explore pediatric weight bias that comes from medical professionals and family members.  Here is what we cover: Explain what weight bias is Explore the ways weight bias is shaped and developed in our lives Shelly shares how this form of bias comes up in her practice from caregivers and health providers She explains the impact it has on kids suffering with disordered eating  Ways parents can work on being less weight bias Ideas of how parents can effectively advocate for their kid in a health care setting Connect with Shelly by: Instagram @shelleyrestall_therapy or @nurture_mentalhealth Website Learn about her workshops Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Have you ever caught your kid sneaking food or eating in secrecy? Did this stir up some big feelings or emotions for you? You are not sure if you approached it the right way? Or want to know what to do in the future? I provide tips on how to navigate this and a framework to follow.  I get real by sharing this personal situation happening with my three year old.  P.S You are so not alone, this happens. We cannot possibly monitor our kids 24/7. Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Body security "I feel accepting and excited about the body I am in, despite still perceiving some of those problematic messages." Jessica Curran is a local psychotherapist who helps clients disentangle their self-worth from their bodies. In this episode we discuss: Jessica's personal experience of difficult body talk conversations during pregnancy. Defining what body security is. Explain how people’s safety and security in their bodies can be jeopardized directly and indirectly. The ways body insecurity shows up in the body- mentally, physically, and emotionally. How fatphobia relates to body security.  The narrative that is common around describing fat people which drives the fear for people. Why do people place such a value on thinness and attach it to their self-worth Jessica shares her top 5 tips to start the process of developing a more aligned self-worth and sense of body security. Connect with Jessica Curran by: Instagram @jessicalightpost Website  Jessica's Blog  Resources mentioned in the episode: The Body Is Not An Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love by Sonja Renee Taylor Your Body Is Not An Apology Workbook By Sonja Renee Taylor Christy Harrison’s podcast- Food Psych Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia by Sabrina Strings Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today I interview Sarah Kendell who is a dietitian in Ontario who specializes in binge eating disorder. We work on unpacking this eating disorder. Here is what we review: What is binge eating disorder and other names that people will resonate with Review the official clinical definition of Binge Eating Disorder Discuss how common it is and the age of onset What are some risk factors for developing it Explore how binge eating is an extraordinary adaptive behaviour Discuss how the “cure” of dieting and weight loss fuels binge eating How our traditional health care approach miss the mark on this ED Sarah shares what the work of recovery look like Shares her top 5 tips for anyone struggling with binge eating You can connect with Sarah by: Instagram @sarahkendellrd or by her website here Resources stated in the show: The NEDIC website  Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today's episode is all about plus size shopping from an expert with loads of lived experience. Shelly shares the challenges, distressing moments and biggest advice for anyone dressing their plus size body with fashionable well-fitting clothes.  This episode was inspired by a list Shelly shared with me of various plus size stores. It was more than a list of store names but tips on how their clothes actually fit. This has been crafted into a blog post that you can check out here!  Listen to learn more about: What sizing is classified as plus size. What most stores go to and how sizing works in the average store. Her experience with dressing her plus size body over the years. She shares aspects that makes it challenging. Her scarcity mindset that can set in when she finds fabulous fitting clothes. Her biggest shopping advice for someone living in a large body. Her hopes for the future for size inclusive fashion. Check out the blog post here or share this episode with a friend. Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Today’s episode is coming from a collaborative conversation I had with Kerri Fullerton ND. A Naturopathic doctor who is doing radical work in her field. We dive into the topic: Are food interventions low risk or high? Here is what we cover: She shares her journey of becoming a Naturopathic doctor Explains the way she use to practice as a fresh grad and the 'normative approach" used by in most Naturopaths Shares her story of experiences that shifted her view of nutrition and the impact it was having on clients? Define what a food intervention is  Shares her ideas of how nutrition is being approach that is risky  Tangible ways we can approach things more informed and client centered Her advice when approaching food and bodies coming from a holistic point of view You can connect with Kerri @thedietrebellion Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Julie Sweeney and I discuss the heavy topic of weight stigma and fatphobia. The first of many conversations about this topic on the podcast.  What we cover in this episode: How do you define weight stigma and fatphobia. The different levels of fatphobia one can have. How weight stigma directly impact people’s health Julie shares real-life situations of weight stigma coming up for her personally and her clients.  Share some gentle ways one can start advocating for themselves or handle these difficult situations. Learn about some steps people can start taking to work on their own bias. You can connect with Julie by: Instagram @juliemsweeney Facebook page Website  Resources stated in the show: Fategories – Understanding the Fat Spectrum by Linda Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

In this solo episode I review the final principle in the Intuitive Eating series. Principle #10 which is Honour Your Health with Gentle Nutrition. Here is what I discuss in this episode: Explore this final principle Explain why it is imperative this is the last step in the Intuitive Eating journey Review what body-food congruence is and how this shapes your food decisions moving forward Provide examples of health related goals one may have to consider when making food choices Provide prompts and reflection questions when evaluating how the food impacts your body Review nutrition basics of variety, moderation and balance Discuss gentle nutrition guidelines that are applicable to most people Review key points to applying intuitive eating to keep in mind moving onwards Join the podcast community here.  A safe non-diet space that keeps you updated on the latest episodes. Follow along the podcast on Instagram at @dietculturedropoutpodcast --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week I review the Intuitive Eating principle #9 Exercise: Feel the Difference. I dive into this principle with Natalie Hastings a Registered Dietitian located in northern Ontario. She shares her wisdom and advice for anyone interested in improving their relationship to movement.  Here is what we chat about: - Explore the word exercise and what people typically think this includes. - How exercise is usually measured  in diet culture. - How movement and physical activity can be more inclusive and resonate better with listeners. What this looks like and can be for people.  - The two components to physical activity that impact health. - How we can pursue movement in a more positive manner. - Natalie shares her tips when engaging in joyful movement. - She also shares her personal experience of how her relationship with movement has changed overtime.  - Review warning signs of problematic relationship with exercise. You can connect with Natalie by: Instagram: @_wild_chive --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week I review the principle #8 Respect Your Body. I dive into this principle with Renee Hamati a Zumba instructor and Intuitive Eating Counsellor. In this loaded episode we cover: - How do you begin to define body respect? - Is this place accessible to everyone? - Renee's journey with respecting her body and how this has evolved for her.  - What are some ways to begin showing your body respect? - Explain how you can measure one’s body appreciation and positive body image. You can connect with Renee by Instagram: @sensiblyyou --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week I review the principle #7 Cope with Your Feelings With Kindness. I dive into this principle with Dr. Megan Gallagher a Clinical Psychologist at Integrated Wellness in Ottawa. In this loaded episode we cover: What coping mechanisms are Why they are essential and can build a sense of resilience What influences the development of various coping mechanisms (hear, see, and life experience) Emotional eating and explore how it can be supportive Identify when unattuned eating is happening and if it is supportive How to approach emotional eating with kindness and self-compassion How to be proactive in changing your typical patterns to move away from autopilot mode You can connect with Meagan by Website: www.integratedottawa.ca Instagram: @dr.meagan.gallagher Facebook: Dr. Meagan Gallagher, C.Psych. Resources mentioned: Self-Compassion workbook  Nervous system book --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This week I review the 6th principle which is discover the satisfaction factor. I dive into this principle with a dietitian colleague Erin Jenkins. In this loaded episode we cover: - Our own personal food culture experience where satisfaction was present - Why satisfaction is not the norm in Western cultures and why that is a big problem - How one gets started with this process? - Various sensory considerations you should consider  - How hunger and fullness impact this principle You can connect with Erin on IG @erin.therd --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Up next in the Intuitive Eating series is principle #5 Feel Your Fullness. I am joined with Christine McPhail. A Registered Dietitian who is also working on her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology. In this episode we: - Attempt to describe fullness  - Describe common barriers to experiencing fullness - Discuss the factors that influence fullness - Explain the ways diet culture gets people to trick their fullness cues - Reassure you that feeling fullness is a normal part of the eating experience  You can connect with Christine on her group practice website www.blossomcounsellingcentre.com or on IG @christinemcphailrd or @blossom.counselling --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

Come join the conversation I had with Lori Short- Zamudio a kick ass non-diet Registered Dietitian. We talk about the fourth principle of Intuitive Eating which is Challenging the Food Police.  This episode is jam packed! Here is what we cover: - We start off by Lori sharing extensively her identities or privileges. Adding in a few more layers of identity that have not been covered so far. - She shares her recent experience with diet culture coming up in this non-diet dietitian's life - Who and what the food police is? - When does this “food guilt” belief systems start to develop for people? - Tips for defending the food police? - How does one start to evaluate their belief system about food and their body? - Along with some first steps at the process of tackling the food police Connect with Lori on her website at www.unapologeticallymerd.com or on Instagram @lorishortzamudiord --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future podcast episode please send me a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast.

Come join the conversation I had with Kalin Herbach an Alberta based Registered Dietitian. We talk about the third principle of Intuitive Eating which is Make Peace with Food. This is an essential step when you are recovering from restriction or deprivation. Taking the morality out of food is necessary when healing your relationship with food.  We talk about: - How diet culture has came up for her personally - Discuss what restriction is - Why it is hard to make peace with a "forbidden" food - How habituation can work in your favour - Recommendations on how to get started with making peace with all foods!  Connect with Kalin on her group practice website www.thenourishcollective.ca or on Instagram at the_nourishco --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future podcast episode please send me a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast.

Up next in the Intuitive Eating series is principle #2 Honour Your Hunger. I am joined with an experienced colleague Suzanne Dietrich. She is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor from Waterloo Ontario. In this episode we: - Define what hunger is - Discuss the impacts chronic dieting and disordered eating have on people’s hunger signals - Explore how diet culture wants us to perceive hunger - Talk about how self-care is a major component to hunger - Review some steps one can take to work on connecting back to their hunger signals You can connect with Suzanne on her website by www.gutinstincts.ca or on IG at food.peace.mama --------------------- As always if you would like a question answered on a future episode send a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast

This new year instead of dieting.... learn about Intuitive Eating!! Intuitive Eating is a self-care eating framework. It is a personal process of honoring your health by listening to your body and paying attention to the messages and acting in a responsive and compassionate way. Only you know when your satisfied with a meal or need to attend to your self-care. There is no external rules to dictate what, when or how to eat. It is a journey of making peace with all foods. In this episode I review: - What Intuitive Eating is all about - The benefits as reported from the literature - Explain the first of 10 principles which is Reject the Diet Mentality - Spill the beans on some hard truths about dieting and weight loss interventions  -  Share three steps I do with clients when working through this principle - A take home activity you can start to reject the diet mentality This is a big principle but a very important starting place. In order to find peace with food rejecting the diet mentality is a must! --------------------- If you would like a question answered on a future episode send me a DM to my podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedropoutpodcast.

In this week's podcast I had the privilege to interview a local primary school teacher Kate Winn. She has made some big shifts in the classroom to support her students autonomy with food and provide a supportive culture around food. Listen to learn more about: - How traditionally snacks and lunch was approached within her classroom  - The challenges with the "old way" of doing things and how the children responded    - What made her curious to try another approach - The changes she has made this year September 2021 and benefits so far to date - Defining the Division of Responsibility by Ellyn Satter  - Her guidance for parents wanting to talk about this approach with their teacher - Advice for current teachers and school support staff looking to modify their feeding approach and language within the classroom  Connect with Kate Winn through her Instagram account @katethismomloves Grab your free lunch box card for your child's lunch pail. Which outlines the classroom edition of the Division of Responsibilities.  https://peacefullynourished.ca/freebies ------- As always if you have a question you would like discussed on the podcast please send it to the podcast Instagram account at @dietculturedopoutpodcast

How does diet culture come up in elementary schools?  In this episode Gwen and I discuss the various ways diet culture sneaks into the schools for our children. The impact teachers and support staff have on their student’s relationship with food is significant. It is always most supportive to work collaboratively with the school and your child when tackling these dilemmas. Gwen shares how diet culture has recently shown up in her home with her son. She discusses how she handled the situation in partnership with her son. Along with how she empowered him in making a choice that best served him in that moment. We also dive into the most common ways diet culture comes up in elementary schools. Which is usually through: well-meaning comments both in and out of the classroom lunch box policing and policies in the curriculum We also talk about short- and long-term harms of diet culture on our kids such as: the development of an eating disorders missing the root cause behind the eating behaviour such as anxiety marginalizing food-insecure or rural families eroding the adult-child feeding relationship She then shares some tangible tips for parents to manage these conversations effectively moving forward. Using a compassionate perspective to discuss an incident or concern you may have. Connect with Gwen Kostal and her business Dietitians4Teachers on Instagram or her website. Her business Dietitians 4 Teachers works directly with teachers and school support staff to gently reframe the narrative for schools. Do you have a question that you would like answered on an episode? Send me an email hello@peacefullynourished.ca or DM on my podcast Instagram handle here.

Being pregnant comes with a whole host of feelings, experiences and of course a side plate of diet culture. Join my conversation with Sam Thomas a Dietitian from British Columbia. We unpack how diet culture comes up for women during pregnancy. Looking at it creeping in from our culture, within the medical office and from well-meaning loved ones. We also dive into the harms it can have on mom and baby. Sam also provides listeners with some tips to help minimize it as best as possible. She also shares more recently how it has impacted her life as a newlywed and skewed her perception of her family's traditional cultural foods. You can find out more about Sam on Instagram @samanthathomsrd or her website samanthathomsrd.com RESOURCES MENTIONED: Intuitive Eating 4th Edition by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch 

Diet culture is really loud, toxic and has seeped into all facets of our lives. We daily have reminders from diet culture telling us we are not good enough in our current body and need to be “fixed”. The messaging has become so widespread and embedded in our culture. Which makes it very hard to recognize. This week I dive into defining it, identify ways it comes up, talk about why it is hard to break up with and ways we can minimize it. Regardless of where you are in your food and body peace journey there is space for you here. There is no judgment if you're still grappling with the idea of letting go of diet culture. That sure is a big ask.

A weight-centric approach is how I was taught, mentored and practiced initially as a Registered Dietitian. So how did I get to becoming a HAES (Health at Every Size) and body inclusive dietitian? In this episode I share the process, my lived experience, uncomfortable moments and unjust situations as a healthcare provider. By no means is the process ever finally over. I am constantly learning and unlearning.  Please listen and come exactly as you are.