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I’ve been shifting more of my body image content lately to help you focus first on body respect. Because before anything else, you need to respect yourself and your body, first.   When you immerse yourself in the intuitive eating/non-diet world it can be common to feel as if you need to immediately love your body and feel positive about it at all times. And then you feel shame if that’s not your reality.   But we live in a world where thinness is idolized, so it makes sense that it's not as easy as it seems. It’s also way less about saying “I love my body” and more about how you treat it.   I hope you walk away from this episode knowing that body love doesn’t even have to be the end goal. But if it is for you, it may be challenging due to cultural conditioning and fat phobia. Be compassionate and patient with yourself as you learn this new skill!   Positive body image is less about what your body looks like, and more about developing self esteem and self worth that is not dependent on what your body looks lik

Don’t forget to sign up for the free workshop I’ll be hosting next week, called Why Diet’s Don’t Work (and what to do instead).   The workshop will cover the science of why diets don’t work, what to do instead and understanding what exactly intuitive eating is (and is not). I’ll help you understand the physical and mental health benefits of intuitive eating and why it builds sustainable, long term health habits that stick. Because I know you want to know, if you are going to stop dieting- you need to know what you’ll be doing instead. Excited to see you at the workshop next week!   Today on the podcast I have guest Corinne Dobbas. Corinne is a a registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, and certified intuitive eating counselor with nearly a decade of experience in Marin County, California.   Corinne specializes in helping clients break free from the mental, emotional, and physical toll of chronic dieting, various levels of disordered eating, and body image concerns – as well as nutrition and body image heali

This month, the podcast will hit our three year anniversary. And for THREE YEARS now share my adoration for intuitive eating...and it all started from a realization years ago, that diets don’t work. I saw it in my personal life after a 10 year battle of on and off again diets and developing orthorexia as a result. I saw it in my clients. In my friends and family members and co-workers. I saw it in the research, too. And a shift as a wave of dietitians decided to so loudly claim that diets don’t work that a large sector of the RD population now, myself included, call ourselves non-diet or anti-diet dietitians to dissociate ourselves from dieting.   Why? Because...Diets don’t work. And I want to dive into this deeper with you, which is why I’m hosting my next free workshop, called Why Diets Don’t Work (and What to Do Instead).   And yes...your clean eating regimen counts as a diet and you’ll learn why that is in the workshop.   This workshop is for you IF: You’ve been on and off diets, clean eating plans and y

Let’s begin this episode with a reflection on your thoughts and beliefs surrounding carbohydrates (carbs). Have you ever sat down with your journal, and thought about which foods you specifically fear and why? Are there specific foods you limit, restrict or fear consuming? What about food groups? Write down anything you may fear, even if you believe it’s coming from a “good place” like in the name of health you are fearful of (fill in the blank) food.   Did you notice any common themes around what specific foods you’ve written down?   After years of doing this work in a one on one setting and now in online courses, I’ve noticed a theme, almost always, the #1 food fear is carbs. And really in all forms, complex carbohydrates like pasta and bread and potatoes and simple carbohydrates like sugar in the form of fruits and desserts. We believe so deeply that some foods are bad and some foods are good. And right now, in today’s world, the “worst” food for us is CARBS.   Starting in the 1970’s through the 1990’s and

I am thrilled to have Candace Molatore on the podcast today. I have followed Candace on Instagram for quite awhile now, and I have to say I’m obsessed! She is beautiful, with impeccable style, but more importantly- her words and writing speak to me so much. She’s like that calm, nurturing and honest friend that you cling on to every word she says to learn and do better as a person yourself.   Candace Molatore is a Self-Love Advocate, Branding Consultant and Photographer based in Portland, OR. With a passion for building community, Candace uses her photography and writing skills to broadcast the message of self confidence, body positivity and inclusivity online. She shares her interests, inspiration, tips and everyday life with her audience regularly through social media. With a modest but strong following behind her, Candace continues to spread the message of inclusivity and self-love with high-quality visuals, a strong work ethic and a mission to make everyone feel empowered in their own skin.   Today’s podc

Spoiler alert: This episode is NOT going to be what you think it is. Because the truth is, if you see ANYONE telling you that you can intentionally lose weight and practice intuitive eating, run far, far away.   Today’s episode is to briefly share what can happen to your weight as you enter into intuitive eating, but the main purpose of this episode is to walk you through the many emotions involved with the desire to change our bodies and lose weight. Let’s start by sharing WHY any information that tells you you can intentionally lose weight is NOT intuitive eating and health at every size aligned.   The very first principle of intuitive eating is to reject the diet mentality. As you read this chapter in the intuitive eating book or workbook, or work through online courses or one on one support to learn this principle, you’ll learn this about the diet mentality:   “If you allow even one small hope to linger that a new and better diet might be lurking around the corner, it will prevent you from being free to r

This episode begins with a couple updates, including a continuation of our anti-racism conversation we’ve been having all summer long. In today’s episode, I share what is radical self love and how it impacts social justice movements and equality. I share a few quotes about what I am learning about radical self love in the book, The Body is Not an Apology, by Sonja Renee Taylor.   Stress is HIGH right now and the long term effects of stress are so important to understand. On the podcast today, I have guest Caroline Potter, a NTP and holistic nutritionist, to share with you how to simplify your life to ease burnout from adrenal fatigue. If you’ve been overwhelmed lately, this episode is for you!   Caroline’s mission to give women the tools they need not just to survive the day, but thrive, each and every day. Caroline is the author the blog, Flourish, as a resource for women who are on a journey of pursuing conscious living, particularly those who want to flourish with purpose. These days, you can find Carolin

I have a feeling you’ve seen the Instagram graphics stating the ridiculous-ness that is the BMI scale. And I agree, it’s bogus. And today’s episode I’m going to help you understand why that is.   The best place to start is who came up with the BMI scale. The BMI scale was created by a mathematician, astronomer and statistician,  Adophle Quetelet,  in 1832 to measure weights across a given population, never designed to measure an individual’s health or size. That's almost 200 YEARS AGO since the BMI scale was created! The BMI equation is weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared.   I learned in Fearing the Black Body, that Ancel Keys- the same Keys that created the fear mongering messages surrounding saturated fat that you’ve heard me mention before, is the same doctor who then took this scale, first called the Quetelet scale, renaming it to the BMI (Body-Mass-Index) scale. Keys even agreed that it was less than ideal scale, but “worked” nonetheless.   It’s also important to know the BMI scale wa

This episode begins by sharing a few updates, including a continuation of our conversation on anti-racism work, to encourage you to continue as well. In this episode I share how I am learning the differences between body liberation, the body positive movement and health at every size. Here at Nourishing Minds Nutrition, we will do a better job of showcasing those differences, and giving credit to those the movements were created for, Black marginalized bodies. Today on the podcast I have Erin Bahadur on the show. I love following and learning from Erin, she is real, honest and kind- and has the CUTEST baby, too! I also love her focus on mental health, and we discuss this at length in today’s episode. Erin is a recovering addict, personal trainer, writer, and mother living in North Carolina. Her blog, Erin's Inside Job, is a journey through her continued recovery and a reminder to others that true wellness comes from within. Active in the mental health and fitness communities, Erin has multiple years of experi

Click here to get your hands on my new free mini course, the Summer Reset!   The question of today’s podcast episode is...can you eat organic and practice intuitive eating? This episode may need a part two to explain more about what was discussed and get in more detail about the reasons to eat organic for your health, the health of our community and the health of the planet- but think of this as a starter conversation, making sure first you’re in a healthy place with your external health values, like eating organic, and making decisions that are aligning within the final principle of intuitive eating, called honor your health with gentle nutrition.   While you are going to hear me share my personal views on why I eat organic in  this episode, I believe it is so important to think critically and think for yourself when it comes to anything in the health and wellness world. I would even take it a step further to say I believe those who are against eating organic make valid and important arguments. I believe tho

Click here to get your hands on my new free mini course, the Summer Reset! I’ve always believed yoga is such a wonderful compliment to intuitive eating, and often recommend it to clients who are having a hard time exploring the mind body knowledge part of intuitive eating. Knowing that Kara is an expert in both areas, yoga and intuitive eating, I asked her to come on the show to discuss how they compliment each other. Kara Lydon, RD, LDN, RYT, is a nationally recognized and award-winning registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, yoga teacher and the owner of Kara Lydon Nutrition. Kara believes that the key to authentic health and wellbeing is to celebrate food and our bodies, a positive philosophy that she actively practices and instills through the kitchen, yoga studio, working one-on-one with clients, on her food and healthy living blog, The Foodie Dietitian, and in her e-book, Nourish Your Namaste: How Nutrition and Yoga Can Support Digestion, Immunity, Energy and Relaxation.

Click here to get your hands on my new free mini course, the Summer Reset! Today’s podcast I am going to share my thoughts on a common hormonal trend called seed cycling.   While food (meaning eating ENOUGH), reducing exercise, managing stress and sleeping enough are the primary factors  we look for to help our clients get their periods back, and get them consistent, there can be a time and place for gentle nutrition approaches.  This includes supplementation, acupuncture and other additions such as seed cycling!   Seed cycling works by helping support women with the nutrients their bodies need at specific phases of their cycle.   Seed cycling can be used to help with conditions such as amenorrhea, when getting off the birth control pill and even to manage PMS and period pain symptoms.   How to do it? Well it’s really simple and  you’ll learn all about it in this episode! You’ll also learn: Nutrients that seeds contain to support your menstrual cycle What lignans are and how they support the cycle Why its re

Click here to get your hands on my new free mini course, the Summer Reset! In the introduction of today’s episode, I share what I’m learning inside the book, Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings. As I read, I continue to learn how from the time the slave trade began in the 1500’s and as it continued through the 1800’s, the black body was used to justify slavery. White women and men viewed the black body as grotesque, wording depicted from literature quoted in the book from this timeframe. Religion and faith was also used to elevate thinness- believing that the ability to control fatness and control eating was attached with morality. It’s had me reflecting- NO WONDER now in 2020 we have such deeply ingrained beliefs that how we eat and what we look like is attached with superiority and morality. We can see this now ver badum in the health and wellness industry, both the view the controlling your eating makes you superior and that controlling your body weight makes you elevated, or better than. I hope know

This episode begins with a conversation on the anti-racism work I am learning and the white supremacy I am unlearning. I share what I’ve learned on how to respond to racist comments and why as a white person I am holding myself (and other white people) accountable to create the change. Learn more: Instagram post shared, Waste Free Marie Instagram. Rachel Cargle Instagram account. On today’s episode, you’ll learn about trauma, how trauma gets stuck in our bodies, why we disconnect, and why we experience shame. This episode is necessary for all women (and for all that identify as women) as we’ve all experienced micro and possibly even macro traumas. What you’ll walk away with is the insight into how to FEEL your emotions to heal from trauma and connect back in to your body. This conversation may be heavy for some, and there is a trigger warning for those struggling with an active eating disorder. In this episode we discuss: How do we create a better sense of connection to our intuition. Why disconnection from

This episode begins with an update on my anti-racism education and what I’m learning. I share about the book, Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings and how I’m learning how the body, and specifically the female body, was objectified and used as justification for slavery (and later became the root of diet culture). I also took at anti-racism course for wellness professionals this week by Chrissy King, where I was reminded of why wellness is for everyone but not always accessible for all because of oppression and discrimination. I learned how to become a better ally and the course helped me put into action changes we will make in my business to ensure we are an ally today and all days going forward. Today’s podcast is a long time coming, we are finally having a conversation about CBD oil!. I first became a fan of CBD oil when I started using it for my dog to improve his anxiety and seizures, and since have used it for the entire family as part of our wellness routines. There’s a lot of misinformation out t

Can you practice intuitive eating with PCOS? Yes you can! Join me in this conversation with guest Julie Duffy Dillon RD/N to learn more, including how she became a non-diet dietitian, why she works with clients that have PCOS, how PCOS causes a pro-inflammatory state and intuitive eating aligned nutrition and exercise recommendations for PCOS.   Julie Duffy Dillon is a registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, podcaster, eating disorder specialist and author. In this episode we discuss:  Julie shares her journey to becoming a non-diet, health at every size aligned RD. How and why clients with PCOS kept finding Julie seeking help. Why someone with PCOS lives in a pro-inflammatory state. If you are already in a pro-inflammatory state, Julie explains why exercise could make that worse. Why would certain symptoms or behaviors, like carb cravings, for someone with PCOS be more intense and how you can make them. Julie’s recommendations for intuitive eating aligned nutrition to support PCOS. What is inositol and h

Thank you for listening to this episode.   Before we resume our usual content, I want to take a moment to talk with you today about what’s going on with systemic racism here in America.   As part of the #amplifymelanatedvoices challenge last week, I did not air a podcast episode or post any original content. Instead I shared BIPOC content and took a lot of time to listen, learn and reflect.   In that reflection, I am disappointed in myself. I acknowledge and apologize for my internalized racism- by being silent about white supremacy I was contributing to it. I had recently become aware of the racist roots of diet culture, and was trying to learn more about it before I shared it on the podcast- and as a look back I do believe that was a mistake.   For one, this is an ever ongoing journey to learn and unlearn, I kept waiting until I understood it better- but I’ll likely never feel fully equipped with all the knowledge I feel like I need. That’s my own perfectionism to work on- I didn’t want to speak if I couldn

I am SO thrilled to have guest Simi Botic back on the show. Simi was last on the show in episode 78 sharing about overcoming perfectionism and the power of reinterpreting events. And today she is back to share about unmeasured movement to support your intuitive eating and living journey. Simi is one of my absolute favorite intuitive eating coaches and if you describe yourself as a perfectionist, you’re going to want to follow her and learn all that she has to share!   In this episode we discuss:  What Simi has been up to since last on the show, and her 2020 goal to discuss intuitive movement. What inspired Simi to create the Barre membership group, Unmeasured. Simi shares why its called Unmeasured and why she believes movement should be about joy, not punishment. Tips for ways we can let go of the perfectionism and “should-ing” on ourselves about our exercise habits. Exploratory questions you can begin asking yourself to determine if exercise that day would be an act of self care, versus exercising out of

Today's podcast episode is short and sweet! In today's show I'm explaining my summer goals, including working to create a summer schedule of working 4 days a week. Podcast episodes will continue every Friday, and Tuesday episodes will resume in July! Listen to this episode for more life updates, what to expect for the show this summer and a sneak peak at a free offer we have coming your way this summer!   CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST FOR THE NEXT ENROLLMENT OF PERMISSION STAGE PLAYBOOK.   Resources for you: Learn more about our services at Nourishing Minds Nutrition. Read testimonials from our amazing clients here. Join our FREE support group for like-minded women, the Nourishing Women Community. Live Q&As are hosted every Tuesday evening.   Let’s hang out! Connect with Victoria and the staff at NMN: Victoria’s Instagram Victoria’s Website Nourishing Minds Nutrition Instagram Nourishing Minds Nutrition website

I’ve always been a fan of acupuncture. I think it’s fascinating to think the same acupuncture points have been used for thousands of years. This traditional method of medicine is a great option for those looking for additional routes to help heal or just take care of your overall wellness! Plus, it can be a great option for fertility, period resumption and healing heal hormonal imbalances. I had the pleasure of having licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, Aimee Raupp, on the show to share the science behind why acupuncture works. Aimee Raupp, MS, LAc, is a renowned women’s health & wellness expert and the best- selling author of the books Chill Out & Get Healthy, Yes, You Can Get Pregnant, and Body Belief. A licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in private practice in New York, she holds a Master of Science degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Rutgers University. Aimee is also the founder of the Aimee Raupp Bea