Best Leah Kern Podcasts (2025)

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211. How Diet Culture Teaches Us to Ignore Our Needs (and What to Do Instead) 41:15

2h ago41:15

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In this powerful episode, Bonnie Roney sits down with Alison Faulkner to explore how deeply food and body image struggles can affect every part of our lives, often in ways no one sees. Alison shares her journey from high-achieving, outward success to a full nervous system shutdown that led her to a 21-day mental health treatment center. Together, t…

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The Allure of Empty: Intermittent Fasting, Disordered Eating, and Productivity Culture 42:31

3d ago42:31

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If you’ve been intrigued by all the benefits that intermittent fasting claims to offer, you are not alone, and this week’s podcast episode is for you. I’m joined by a special — and beloved (so you’ve told me) returning guest — my husband, Jeb! Jeb gives his own thoughts on the research behind intermittent fasting, his personal experience with addic…

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210. What Food Freedom Really Looks Like After Decades in Diet Culture 36:54

8d ago36:54

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Bonnie speaks with Amy, a former client who spent over 30 years caught in the cycle of dieting, including time as a Weight Watchers leader before finding lasting food freedom through intuitive eating. Amy opens up about the emotional toll of decades of restriction, the burnout from chasing weight loss goals, …

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How Under-Eating Impacts Our Hormones and Long-Term Health with Dr. Nicola Sykes 26:32

10d ago26:32

26:32

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com What happens when a body goes quiet in its own defense? What systems shut down when we’re under-eating? (yes, even when we’re under-eating by “just a little bit”) Maybe you’ve experienced a missing period yourself.Maybe you’re deep in the perimenopause t…

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🔎 How to Use a Nutrition Label as an Intuitive Eater 30:10

10d ago30:10

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In this episode, we’re reclaiming nutrition facts from the clutches of food rules and fear. You’ll learn how to approach a nutrition label without spiraling into judgment or rigid thinking—and how these labels can actually support you in honoring your body’s needs. We cover: Why serving sizes are often arbitrary (and not worth stressing over) How t…

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209. How Diet Culture Harms Your Pelvic Floor (and What to Do About It) With Dr. Sara Reardon 52:35

15d ago52:35

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Today, Bonnie is joined by pelvic floor physical therapist and author of Floored, Dr. Sara Reardon, for an empowering, no-shame conversation about pelvic floor health, intuitive eating, and the surprising ways diet culture and disordered eating impact your body—from the inside out. If you’ve ever struggled to advocate for your body’s needs—whether …

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The Pressure to Perform: Body Image and ED Recovery in Female Athletes 1:15:19

17d ago1:15:19

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Eating disorders can show up in a multitude of ways in athletes. From how a body “should” look if we play a certain sport, to how we “should” eat for performance, to the inevitable comparison trap of teammates and competitors. I'm joined by Lex, a client I've worked with for many years now. She is incredibly special to me. We began working together…

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3 Gentle Nutrition Habits I’m Loving (That Aren’t Rooted in Diet Culture) 33:18

22d ago33:18

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In today’s episode, I'm diving into the real-life gentle nutrition habits I've recently embraced to show you what it truly looks like to honor your body’s needs without falling into the trap of diet culture perfectionism. From smoothies to matcha to supplements, I walk through approachable, sustainable changes that align with the reality of life as…

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Weird Rituals, Living Alone, Bird By Bird, & Insurance [with Maddie] 1:10:05

23d ago1:10:05

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Join Leah and one of her childhood best friends, Maddie, as they exchange acorns 🐿️ More From Maddie: Follow Maddie on Instagram for art Email Maddie about a custom piece: [email protected] More From Leah Subscribe to my personal Substack Listen to my other podcast, Shoulders Down Email me: [email protected]…

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Sex and Body Image: How to Get Out of Your Head and into Your Body with Fat-Positive Sex Therapist Noelle Benach 32:46

24d ago32:46

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com In this week’s episode (a much-requested topic, by the way!) I sit down with fat-positive sex therapist Noelle Benach to explore the deeply complex terrain of sex, intimacy, body image, and pleasure. The first part of the episode is free for all listener…

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🍒 Being Messy, Self-Compassion, & Values Alignment with Abbie Attwood 58:57

24d ago58:57

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In this episode, Abbie Attwood, a non-diet, weight-inclusive provider, joins us to talk about: How struggling with anxiety led her into disordered eating The role of being a competitive runner Social justice as a motivating force for recovery Why self-compassion won't make you "lazy" The messiness of being human Mentioned in the Episode: 📚Download …

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What Diet Culture Gets Wrong About Gut Health (with Dr. Heather Finley) 40:42

29d ago40:42

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Hey rebel. Let’s be real, no one wants to talk about poop. Or gas. Or bloating. Or… binge eating. But so many of us are silently struggling with both food AND gut issues, and they’re more connected than you might think. In today’s episode, I’m joined by gut health specialist and registered dietitian Dr. Heather Finley to break the silence and unpac…

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Why We're Going to Be Okay: Desiree Adaway on Hope, Change, and Getting Better at Conflict 1:06:50

1M ago1:06:50

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Desiree Adaway joins the pod to help us through hard conversations in politics, body liberation, and beyond. She shares her insights on nourishment, the (white) male gaze, workplace equity, community, and why conflict is actually required in personal and societal transformation. * Desiree’s upbringing and why it lacked diet culture * Breakfast as a…

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5 Things That Actually Helped Me Heal My Relationship With Food 39:03

1M ago39:03

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Rebels, today’s episode is a personal one. I’m sharing the five things that actually helped me heal my relationship with food. Not flashy Instagram tips or vague "just listen to your body" advice, but the real-deal shifts that made a lasting difference. These were originally shared in an Instagram Q&A, and the response was so powerful that I knew I…

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The Crunchy Wellness Spiral: Anxiety, Orthorexia, and the Pressure to Be the "Healthy One" with Anti-Diet Dietitian Leah Kern 34:17

1M ago34:17

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com Anti-Diet Dietitian Leah Kern joins the pod to discuss her experience with all the ways that the “crunchy granola identity” can create a funnel into disordered eating, body image struggles, and overall suffering. She and Abbie share their experiences wit…

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🌵7 Unpopular Takes on Intuitive Eating & Body Image 22:41

1M ago22:41

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Tune in to hear 7 of my unpopular takes as an intuitive eating dietitian. Resources mentioned: How IE impacts metabolism and digestion You're not wrong for desiring intentional weight loss Rachel Hartley Episode on Gentle Nutrition More From Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe …

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Cannabis Use & Intuitive Eating with Leah Kern, RD 34:16

1M ago34:16

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that’s rarely discussed in the intuitive eating space—cannabis. Registered dietitian Leah Kern joins me to explore how cannabis and intuitive eating can coexist, and why blaming “the munchies” for out-of-control eating misses the bigger picture. Leah shares: Why cannabis can heighten pleasure around foo…

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"There Is More to Life Than Hunger" + Exposing Diet Culture Through Fiction with Author Paulette Stout 1:00:10

1M ago1:00:10

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by author Paulette Stout, who opens up about her own healing journey — one that moved her from self-judgement and secrecy to self-compassion and rebellion. Her act of radical defiance this year? Buying clothes that fit now. Not in May. Not “once she shrinks.” But in the body she has today. That shift alone says: I…

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Losing Weight for Health Reasons, How To Stop Overeating, & Easy Dinners When You’re Busy (Q&A) 35:31

2M ago35:31

35:31

Hey Rebel. In today’s solo Q&A episode, I’m answering three listener questions that get to the heart of what really helps heal your relationship with food. We’re covering some of the most common struggles I see come up, especially when you’re working to let go of diet culture but still feeling stuck. Here’s what we talk about: What to do when you’r…

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Making Body Image "Less Gross" + Processing Overwhelming Feelings with Deb Schachter, Body Image Therapist 27:53

2M ago27:53

27:53

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com The first part of this episode is free, the second part is for paid subscribers. Upgrade to paid on Substack right here Can we ever get enough support with our body image? Probably not. So, Abbie welcomes Deb Schachter, an incredible therapist who specia…

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⚠️ Beware of Mental Restriction 11:26

2M ago11:26

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In this episode we’ll explore whether you’re ACTUALLY giving yourself permission, or if you’re still mentally restricting... We’ll cover: mental restriction versus physical restriction How this manifests (client stories, personal stories, Alex o) Sneaky ways mental restriction can show up How to move past mental restriction More From Leah: Apply to…

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Aging, Body Changes, & Food Freedom at Every Stage with Erica Leon 41:23

2M ago41:23

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Hey Rebel. Today we are revisiting an old episode of the Diet Culture Rebel Podcast. I’m joined by Erica Leon, a registered dietitian and certified eating disorder specialist with over 30 years of experience helping people heal their relationship with food. She is the founder of Erica Leon Nutrition & Associates, a virtual group practice supporting…

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Are We Anti-Protein, Anti-Health, and Anti-Vegetable Now? 40:18

2M ago40:18

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Is anti-diet anti-health? Anti-nutrition? Anti-weight loss? What is this all actually about, and is it getting "extreme"? If you’ve been wondering if giving yourself permission to eat freely means giving up on your health and experiencing a “free-for-all” with food, this one is for you. It’s also for you if you’re struggling to articulate a definit…

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Letting Go of Control: How Kate Healed Her Relationship with Food 40:11

2M ago40:11

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Hey Rebel. If dieting has felt like a constant companion in your life, this episode is for you. Today I’m joined by former Diet Culture Rebel client Kate, who started dieting at just 15 years old and spent years chasing numbers, calories, points, steps, and a certain weight.... all in pursuit of “health.” In this honest and emotional conversation, …

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Cutting Carbs Is Not a Diabetes Treatment Plan with Dietitian & Diabetes Specialist Janice Dada 37:47

2M ago37:47

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com Registered dietitian and diabetes care specialist Janice Dada joins the show this week to explore diabetes management from a non-diet, weight-inclusive lens. Tune in to unpack the myths that dominate diabetes care — from the demonization of rice and brea…

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🫠 When Clothes Don’t Fit & You Feel Like a Failure 42:35

2M ago42:35

42:35

In this episode, we unpack why seasonal wardrobe changes can trigger body shame, how to navigate the grief that comes with body changes, and tools to meet yourself with more compassion (and way less spiraling). More specifically, we’ll explore: Why the seasonal wardrobe switch can trigger body image distress A 6-step framework to navigate clothing …

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How fitness can be flexible, sustainable, and supportive with Personal Trainer Michael Ulloa 49:05

2M ago49:05

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Hey Rebel! If you’re tired of “go hard or go home” fitness messaging and ready to redefine your relationship with movement and your body—this one’s for you. In today's episode I’m joined by Michael Ulloa, a personal trainer who’s breaking the mold of traditional fitness culture online. We talk about his personal experience with body dysmorphia, obs…

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#163: The Wisdom in Dissociation: When Leaving Your Body Is a Form of Protection with Monika Ostroff, LICSW, CEDS-S 1:06:59

2M ago1:06:59

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"Eating disorders are dissociative by nature. It's very difficult to be connected to your feelings while you're engaging in eating disorder behaviors. So it makes a lot of sense that people develop eating disorders as a way of keeping themselves as “safe” as possible." In this special episode, Abbie is joined by the incredible Monica Ostroff, a the…

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When Someone You Admire Loses Weight: Navigating Your Feelings Without Losing Yourself 41:36

3M ago41:36

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Hey rebel. In this deeply reflective episode of the Diet Culture Rebel Podcast, we’re talking about something that hits close to home for many: how to cope when someone you admire—whether it’s an influencer, friend, or family member—loses a significant amount of weight while you may be on a journey to body acceptance. Inspired by the recent public …

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#162: "I'm In Recovery In Every Sense of the Word": How Gender, Sobriety, Disordered Eating, and Chronic Illness Intersect with Recovery Coach Jo Walduck 40:00

3M ago40:00

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This is a free preview of a paid episode: the first 30 minutes are available to everyone, but to hear the full conversation, upgrade to paid on Patreon: patreon.com/fullplate (thank you, your support is what makes this podcast possible!) Abbie chats with Jo Walduck, a recovery coach, about the intersection of gender, mental health, and personal gro…

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🗣️ Finding Your Food Voice & PCOS with Julie Dillon 53:21

3M ago53:21

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In this episode, I'm joined by eating disorder dietitian, podcaster, speaker, and writer, Julie Dillon. Julie's food and body story The origin of "finding your food voice" The 3 universal qualities of a food voice "Dear Food" letters and the value of personifying food Why weight loss won't "cure" PCOS Evidenced-based treatments for PCOS Resources M…

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Friendship, Squirrels, & Acorns 13:01

3M ago13:01

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Welcome to Back To The Nest! In this episode, Leah is sharing the piece that inspired this podcast and what you can expect from this show. For additional content and to make sure you never miss an episode, head to leahkern.substack.com and subscribe. To learn more about Leah's Intuitive Eating work visit https://leahkernrd.com/ or checkout Shoulder…

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Comedy, Confidence, & Calling Out Diet Culture with Lauren Hope Krass 36:04

3M ago36:04

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Hey Rebel. In this powerful and uplifting episode, I’m joined by comedian Lauren Hope Krass, who uses humor to challenge anti-fat bias, diet culture, and the unrealistic expectations placed on all of us—especially women in bigger bodies. Lauren shares her journey from self-deprecating humor to empowering comedy, how she found her voice (and her peo…

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Welcome to Back To The Nest! 1:02

3M ago1:02

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Welcome to Back to the Nest. I'm your host, Leah Kern, and this is a monthly podcast where I sit down with a loved one to swap “acorns”— the little bits and tips we’re currently leaning into. Acorns can be trivial things, like a fun new way to store earrings or a brand of clear lip gloss that tastes like vanilla and isn’t too sticky. But they can a…

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#161: The Myth of "Flattering": Clothing and Body Acceptance with Anti-Diet Personal Stylist Dacy Gillespie (Best Of) 1:08:19

3M ago1:08:19

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"Dress for your body type", "define your waist", and "only wear what is flattering". The anti-fat bias we talk about on this podcast all the time extends into how we dress ourselves and what we feel worthy of wearing. As our bodies change (as they will continue to do throughout our life), many of us are met with barriers to body acceptance. And our…

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Is The Protein Craze Just Diet Culture... or Valid? Deciphering Protein Needs As An Intuitive Eater 33:08

3M ago33:08

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Hey Rebel! There’s so much pressure to eat more and more protein, but is it really necessary? In today’s episode, I’m unpacking how diet culture has hijacked protein messaging, what you actually need to know about protein as an intuitive eater, and why stressing over grams and macro tracking does more harm than good. In this episode, we discuss: Ho…

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🎨 12 Reflections From 12 Months Off Instagram 26:04

3M ago26:04

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In this episode I’m covering:: 12 reflections from 12 months off Instagram How leaving IG relates to intuitive eating work The many similarities between social media and diet culture Resources Mentioned: Why I’m leaving Instagram Are The Intuitive Eating Dietitians Alright? My Episode on Off The Grid More From Leah: Download your free Intuitive Eat…

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#160: What Does It Really Take to Heal? [Abbie Interviewed on Self-Compassion, Health Anxiety, and Reclaiming Body Connection on The Feeling Lighter Podcast] 51:52

3M ago51:52

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Abbie is on the other side of the mic in this episode -- being interviewed on self-compassion, recovery, body changes, and healing from the toxicity of diet culture. This is an exploration of the importance of trusting your body’s signals—whether it’s hunger, rest, or grief—and how everyday acts of self-kindness can transform your relationship with…

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How to Help Kids (& Your Inner Child) Build a Healthy Relationship with Food (with Megan of @feedinglittles) 53:14

3M ago53:14

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Hey Rebel! Our relationship with food starts in childhood, shaped by the messages we absorb early on. In this episode, I’m joined by Megan McNamee of Feeding Littles, a registered dietitian who helps parents raise intuitive eaters while also exploring how our own upbringing impacts our food choices today. In this episode, we cover: How childhood fo…

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#159: Ozempic, Body Peace, and Eating Disorder Recovery with Activist and Author Amanda Martinez Beck 42:27

3M ago42:27

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You're listening to the FREE version of this episode. To hear the FULL episode, upgrade to paid on Patreon! Your support is so deeply appreciated. In this episode, Abbie welcomes Amanda Martinez Beck to the pod. Amanda is a fat activist and educator, and she shares her journey with eating disorder recovery, diabetes, the importance of self-care, an…

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Addiction, Eating Disorders, and Recovery with Therapist Amanda White 48:50

4M ago48:50

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Hey Rebel. Today, we're looking at the link between substance use and eating disorders. I’m joined by Amanda White, a licensed therapist, author, and the owner of Therapy for Women, a group practice specializing in mental health, eating disorders, and addiction. Amanda is in recovery from both an eating disorder and substance use, and she openly sh…

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#158: "Body Image Touches Everything" with Body Image Researcher Dr. Charlotte Markey 47:36

4M ago47:36

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Charlotte Markey, PhD joins the pod to speak with Abbie about her research on body image and what the evidence really says about what shapes and influences the way we feel about ourselves. As Dr. Markey says in this episode, "body image touches everything." And that’s why it’s so important that we talk about it — not just as a fluffy concept that c…

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🌼 10 Lessons From 10 Years of Intuitive Eating 40:41

4M ago40:41

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In this solo episode, I reflect on 10 lessons I've learned in my 10 years as an intuitive eater. Resources Mentioned: Finding Pleasure in Movement with Hannah Husband: https://leahkernrd.com/finding-pleasure-in-movement-with-hannah-husband/ Trader Joes Meal Ideas: https://leahkernrd.com/quick-trader-joes-meal-ideas-from-an-intuitive-eating-dietitan…

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Exercise Without Guilt & Fuel Your Body the Right Way [feat Sports Dietitians Reilly & Jenna] 38:06

4M ago38:06

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Hey Rebel. Exercise can feel complicated, especially when diet culture has shaped how we think about it. If you’ve ever felt pressure to work out to earn your food, struggled with guilt around movement, or felt like exercise was more of an obligation than something enjoyable, this episode is for you. I’m joined by sports dietitians Riley and Jenna,…

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#157: Why You Feel Like You're Never Enough (And How to Change It) with Beatriz Albina, NP 54:07

4M ago54:07

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If you've ever felt exhausted by trying to meet the expectations of others, worried about people's opinions, or frustrated and depleted by never feeling quite good enough, this one is for you. Beatriz Albina, nurse practitioner and somatic life coach, joins Abbie to explore the concept of emotional outsourcing, the importance of self-validation, an…

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The undeniable link between dieting and eating disorders 37:56

4M ago37:56

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Hey Rebel. It’s Eating Disorder Awareness Week — but this episode is for everyone. Diet culture doesn’t take a break, and the truth is, dieting and eating disorders are deeply connected. Most eating disorders start with seemingly small, “harmless” choices, like eating less to control weight — choices often praised by others. In today’s episode, we’…

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Neurodivergence, Perfectionism, and Eating Disorders 15:41

4M ago15:41

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com Ten years into recovering from an eating disorder, I was diagnosed with OCD. It was like discovering a missing puzzle piece—one that had been there all along but never quite fit until that moment. When it finally clicked into place, so did so many childh…

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#156: What Are Eating Disorders Really About? A Listener Shares Their Story 15:41

4M ago15:41

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This is a free preview of a bonus episode. You can hear the full conversation when you upgrade to paid on Patreon: www.patreon.com/fullplate In this episode, Abbie sits down with Elizabeth, a long-time listener and passionate reader and baker, to discuss her journey through recovery, how neurodivergence plays a role in EDs, the challenges of unlear…

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🩺 Can You Manage Your Cholesterol with Intuitive Eating? 55:15

4M ago55:15

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In this episode, I cover: What is cholesterol What is HDL, what is LDL, why is one often considered good and one bad How much does dietary cholesterol impct blood cholesterol levels What are the components that contribute to cholesterol levels Weight neutral, non-diet approaches to managingcholesterol Is your cholesterol your fault? Resources menti…

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Letting Go of Food Rules and Comparison: How Patricia Found Peace 27:37

4M ago27:37

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Hey Rebel. In this episode, I’m talking with former client Patricia about her journey of unlearning diet rules and finding food freedom. Like many of us, she thought she was just being healthy, but in reality, those beliefs kept her stuck in restriction, worry, and self-judgment. In this episode, Patricia shares: How internalized diet culture shape…

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