Carbs are NOT the Problem, Diet Culture is | Stefania @StefDelNutrition - S2EP5

02/07/2025 39 min Temporada 2 Episodio 5

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In this powerful and personal episode, we sit down with Stefania Del Mastro — accredited nutritionist, devoted mum, and founder of Beyond The Boundary, an autism advocacy organisation inspired by her two sons.We dive deep into the surprising connection between your gut, your diet, and your oral health. Stefania also answers listener-submitted questions on late-night cravings, healthy meal prep, food intolerances, and how to keep kids eating well without pressure. We discuss the psychology of diet culture, body image struggles, and how Stefania turned her personal experiences into a career rooted in compassion.Beyond nutrition, Stefania shares her own smile makeover journey and how it changed her confidence — plus, the deeply personal story behind starting her foundation. From raising awareness about autism to helping parents build inclusive environments, Stefania’s passion is rooted in purpose.This episode is part science, part story, and all heart.New episodes drop every Thursday so be sure to follow us on all our handles @smilethemakeoverscop to stay in the loop 👄⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Sneak Peak  1:00 Intro  1:33 Meet Stefania Del Mastro (@StefDelNutrition)  2:35 A Day in the Life of a Nutritionist  4:30 How it all started  5:42 Childhood & Her Dad's stroke  6:25 Her Food Philosophy: "Food is not the Enemy"  7:52 Diet Culture Myths that need to go   8:46 Weight Loss & Fitness: A personal Journey  10:41 The Mental & Physical toll of Comparison  12:18 Rebuilding Strength and a Healthy Mindset  13:14 Navigating Pressure in the Wellness Space  14:25 Why she took a break from Social Media  18:26 AskStef: Listener Q&A   18:37 AskStef: Gut Health  19:56 AskStef: Late-Night Cravings  21:16 AskStef: Diet's impact on Oral Health  22:34 AskStef: Meal Prep tips that actually work  26:02 AskStef: Bloating & Food Intolerances explained  27:32 AskStef: Helping Kids eat healthier without pressure  29:44 Beyond the Boundary: Autism Awareness & Advocacy  36:01 Rapid Fire Q&A  38:51 OutroFind StefaniaInstagramWebsiteBeyond the BoundaryInstagramDisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice. Please consult with a professional for specific advice tailored to your situation.

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