Are you tired of the constant food noise in your head? 🙅‍♀️ Do you feel trapped in a cycle of restrictive diets, overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, and pressured to achieve the "perfect" wellness?

In this episode of the Upward Spiral Podcast, I'm joined by the incredible Jessica Woodruff, MPH, MS, CHES, CISSN, a nutrition consultant and corporate wellness expert. We're diving deep into the world of food fear, diet culture, and navigating the overwhelming amount of nutritional information (and misinformation!) out there.

We explore:

• The emotional triggers associated with food 🍔

• The impact of societal pressures on eating habits 🍕

• The importance of intuitive eating over restrictive diets 🥑

• The psychological aspects of food relationships, including the concept of sugar addiction 🍭

• The nuances of reading food labels and understanding ingredients 📝

• Debunking food conspiracy theories and the clean eating movement 🥕

Key takeaways:

• Food fear is real: Diet culture and misinformation can lead to anxiety and unhealthy restrictions.

• Nutrition is not a regulated title: Be critical of your sources and seek evidence-based advice.

• Intuitive eating is key: Listen to your body and ditch the rigid food rules.

• Sugar is not the enemy: It's all about balance and moderation.

• Small, sustainable habits are key: Forget the juice cleanses and extreme diets!

• Ultra-processed foods are not evil: Enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

• Read labels carefully: Focus on added sugars and unhealthy fats.

• Don't fall for fear-mongering: Wash your veggies, but don't stress about organic vs. non-organic.

• Trust reliable sources: Government websites and accredited nutritionists are your friends.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:15 Understanding Food Fear

07:08 The Impact of Diet Culture

12:50 Navigating Nutritional Misinformation

18:11 The Role of Tracking and Intuitive Eating

24:13 Addressing Sugar Addiction and Food Relationships

30:23 Understanding Food Habits and Psychological Influences

31:47 Building Sustainable Eating Habits

32:40 The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods

34:46 Navigating Processed vs. Ultra-Processed Foods

36:47 Reading Food Labels and Understanding Ingredients

39:59 Debunking Food Conspiracy Theories

40:39 The Clean Eating Movement: A Critical View

42:34 Pesticides, Chemicals, and Food Safety

44:05 Cultural Perspectives on Food Quality

47:15 Recognizing Misinformation in Nutrition

49:20 Identifying Red Flags in Nutrition Advice

55:52 Returning to Basics: Trusting Reliable Sources

Connect with Jessica:

• Jessica Woodruff, Nutritionist & Functional Medicine (MS, MPH) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-woodruff-mph-ms-ches-cissn-3667a4101/ 

• Jessica Woodruff, More Information: https://newleaf.com.sg/counsellors/jessica-woodruff/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY0q9SnSLXpDiETTCVhJd4WQN5gQBO6VItAkEEiGUNv8yk0f9vV-e1Fqns_aem_Cn8zclsyFAeRKIIFfLbjZg

• Video On Jessica Woodruff Services: https://youtu.be/ooqw6XjapaI

• Book An Appointment With Jessica Woodruff: 

• Phone Number: +65 9651 2323

• WhatsApp: +65 9651 2323

• Email: [email protected]

• Website: https://newleaf.com.sg/

• Instagram: @plantpoweredhealthjess

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