As a student dietitian or nutrition student, you might have encountered comments or assumptions about your diet, appearance, or lifestyle simply because of your chosen degree. In this episode, we will explore the stereotypes and pressures faced by nutritionists and dietitians and delve into the unrealistic expectations and stigmatising perceptions when it comes to diet, appearance, and the concept of ‘professional perfection’.Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking episode featuring Pixie Turner, a nutrition counsellor, psychotherapist and author specialising in intuitive eating, disordered eating and body image. As the founder and Clinical Lead of The Food Therapy Centre, Pixie brings a unique blend of nutritional expertise and psychotherapy to help clients reshape their relationship with food and foster self-compassion. Passionate about addressing the gaps in training for nutrition professionals, Pixie also offers invaluable mentorship opportunities through courses, supervision, and shadowing. Beyond her clinical work, Pixie is a highly regarded science communicator, active on social media, in academia, public speaking, and her podcast ‘In Bad Taste’. In this episode, we’ll dive into the stereotypes surrounding dietitians and nutritionists, and how to challenge the pressure to be 'perfect' in these roles. Show Notes:Pixies’s Socials & WebsitesInstagram - @pixienutritionX – pixienutritionWebsite – https://foodtherapycentre.com/

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