Cole Kazdin is a writer, performer and four-time Emmy Award winning television journalist. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Magazine, The Daily Beast, Cosmopolitan, NPR, and more. Author of her first book, What's Eating Us: Women, Food, and the Epidemic of Body Anxiety (St. Martin's Press) blends personal narrative and investigative reporting to reveal disordered eating as an epidemic crisis killing millions. Cole explores the complexities and realities of eating disorder journeys, shedding light on the flaws within the diet industry and research community.

Bridgett and Cole emphasize the importance of nourishing our bodies and the profound effects it has on our overall well-being, from sleep patterns to anxiety levels and beyond. They discuss confronting weight discrimination and the trauma-induced effects on children, while also addressing the lack of research surrounding eating disorders in black communities, revealing underlying racist ideologies at play.

The two unpack the influence of diet culture and the weight loss industry, revealing the scientific reasons why our bodies resist these societal pressures. Through engaging discussions, they explore the intricate connection between brain health and proper nourishment.

They also dive into the stark reality of treatment and the alarming absence of a standard of care for eating disorders. As we navigate through these topics, Bridgett and Cole guide us back to the essence of reconnecting with our bodies and fostering a healthier relationship with food.

Listen to understand the complexities surrounding eating disorders while advocating for greater awareness and support for those affected.

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