Calories, Cravings, and Compassion: A Look at Nutrition

26/06/2025 55 min Temporada 1 Episodio 3
Calories, Cravings, and Compassion: A Look at Nutrition

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SummaryIn this episode of the Redefine What's Possible podcast, Shanon Tysland and Emily Kinlaw discuss the transformative approach to food and nutrition, emphasizing the importance of intuitive eating, self-compassion, and the impact of diet culture. They explore how food can be a source of energy and joy rather than guilt and restriction, and they provide practical tips for listeners to cultivate a healthier relationship with food. The conversation also touches on the complexities of weight, the significance of self-talk, and the Health at Every Size movement, encouraging listeners to redefine their understanding of health and nourishment.TakeawaysFood should energize and support life, not control it.Calories are essential for energy, but they shouldn't be feared.Eating consistently helps maintain energy levels and mood.Diet culture often leads to guilt and shame around food choices.Intuitive eating encourages listening to one's body.Weight is influenced by many factors, not just diet and exercise.Self-talk can significantly impact our relationship with food.Health at Every Size promotes care for all body types.Making food fun can enhance the eating experience.Seeking support from a dietitian can provide personalized guidance.Sound Bites"Food is our energy.""Fad diets are often short-lived.""Weight is super complex."Chapters00:00Introduction to Food Freedom and Nourishment02:09Understanding Food as Energy06:39The Concept of Blood Sugar11:06Navigating Diet Culture and Clean Eating17:12The Complexity of Weight and Nutrition21:46Meeting Clients Where They Are25:20Emotional Connections to Food28:08The Role of Desserts in Nutrition29:47Understanding Self-Control and Food Shame31:36Listening to Your Body: Hunger vs. Cravings33:49Eating Before Bed: Myths and Realities35:17Health at Every Size: A New Perspective38:12Shifting Focus from Weight to Sustainable Behaviors40:33Applauding Effort Over Results42:16First Steps to Nourishing Your Body45:28Making Food Fun Again48:08Transforming Negative Self-Talk Around Food49:50Final Reflections on Compassionate Eating