
Diet culture permeates every facet of our lives. We have to eat food to live, but when our relationship to food becomes complicated, we can quickly lose control and fall into disordered eating habits due to the societal pressures all around us. In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing the incredible Devon Cole, RD, MS, a registered dietitian specializing in intuitive eating and trauma recovery. We delved into the world of intuitive eating and explored how it goes beyond just fueling our bodies. Devon shared valuable insights on how intuitive eating allows us to embrace pleasure, connection, and celebration when it comes to food. We discussed the harmful effects of diet culture and the mental gymnastics it imposes on us when trying to fit into unattainable beauty standards. Throughout the episode, Devon shared her expertise and provided practical advice for survivors of trauma and anyone seeking a healthier relationship with food.
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Topics/Triggers:
· Diet Culture
· Disordered Eating
· Chronic Dieting
· Intuitive Eating
· Health at Every Size
· When to See a Dietitian
· Binge Eating
· Calorie Restriction
· Common Questions & Concerns with Dieting
· Food & The Need for Control
· The Binge-Restrict Cycle
· Unattainable Beauty Standards
· Maintaining Our Agency
· Coming Home to Your Body
· Food as Culture Rather than Just Sustenance
· Health & Healthy Eating
· Weight
· How Parents Can Help Their Children with Weight
· Why Our Relationship to Our Bodies Affects Our Relationship with Food
Connect with Devon Cole:
· Website: https://devoncolerd.com/
· Instagram @devoncolerd https://www.instagram.com/devoncolerd/
· Email: devoncolerd@gmail.com
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