Hey Rebel. Today, we're looking at the link between substance use and eating disorders. I’m joined by Amanda White, a licensed therapist, author, and the owner of Therapy for Women, a group practice specializing in mental health, eating disorders, and addiction. Amanda is in recovery from both an eating disorder and substance use, and she openly shares her journey to help others feel less alone.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Amanda’s personal journey with food struggles, disordered eating, and addiction
• The connection between eating disorders and substance use, and their differences in the path to recovery
• Why Amanda identifies as in recovery rather than recovered 
• How healing leads to deeper connections, presence, and a richer life

Amanda also shares how her recovery has shaped the way she raises her daughter in a home that supports a positive relationship with food—something many of us didn’t grow up with. Listen in and I know you'll enjoy this impactful, nuanced conversation!

Check out amanda: https://therapyforwomencenter.com/

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Hey Rebel. Exercise can feel complicated, especially when diet culture has shaped how we think about it. If you’ve ever felt pressure to work out to earn your food, struggled with guilt around movement, or felt like exercise was more of an obligation than something enjoyable, this episode is for you.

I’m joined by sports dietitians Riley and Jenna, who help athletes and active individuals fuel properly, improve performance, and heal from a disordered relationship with exercise. They’ve lived these struggles firsthand and bring their personal experiences to this conversation.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why exercise can feel like a struggle when stuck in a cycle of stress and food guilt
• Red flags that signal an unhealthy relationship with movement
• Myths about exercise, sports nutrition, and supplements that actually help
• Questions to ask yourself to assess your relationship with movement

This episode will help shift your mindset and build a healthier, more balanced relationship with movement where you fuel your body to perform well and ENJOY the process.

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Hey Rebel. It’s Eating Disorder Awareness Week — but this episode is for everyone. Diet culture doesn’t take a break, and the truth is, dieting and eating disorders are deeply connected. Most eating disorders start with seemingly small, “harmless” choices, like eating less to control weight — choices often praised by others.

In today’s episode, we’re diving into:

• How dieting fuels disordered eating. 
• Why food worry can harm your health.
• The power of intuitive eating in healing your relationship with food.
• How to challenge diet culture and support yourself and others.

You don’t need to have an eating disorder to benefit from this conversation — if you've ever felt guilt, shame, or anxiety around food, this is for you.

The Intuitive Eating Book

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Hey Rebel. In this episode, I’m talking with former client Patricia about her journey of unlearning diet rules and finding food freedom. Like many of us, she thought she was just being healthy, but in reality, those beliefs kept her stuck in restriction, worry, and self-judgment.

In this episode, Patricia shares:

• How internalized diet culture shaped her food choices without her realizing it
• The mindset shifts that helped her break free from food rules and restriction
• How prioritizing satisfaction helped her discover new foods and let go of guilt
• Why learning the science behind nutrition was key to improving her body image

If you’ve ever felt stuck in food rules without questioning where they came from, or if you struggle with food but don’t know why, Patricia’s story will resonate with you. Tune in to hear how she reconnected with her body’s needs and finally found peace with food.

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Hey Rebel. Today, I’m answering a listener question from someone who feels surrounded by diet talk at every family gathering and wants to know: Should I leave the table? Should I speak up? How do I protect my peace while still being with my loved ones?

In today's episode, we're covering:

• How to handle diet talk with family
• Setting boundaries that feel right for you
• Focusing on what you can control in these situations
• Ways to take care of yourself before, during, and after these conversations

Because the truth is, you deserve to enjoy your meals and time with loved ones without feeling like you’re backsliding into old patterns with food and your body. Let’s dive in!

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Episode 183: Healing for Herself and Her Family: How Kayla Found Food Freedom

Hey Rebel. Today I’m joined by fellow registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor, Chelsea Levy, to unpack a common concern I hear often: Can intuitive eating really work for all body sizes? Many people feel like food freedom is only possible if you're already in a smaller body, and today, we’re diving into why that’s not true.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What fat positivity truly means and why it matters
• The societal barriers that perpetuate weight stigma
• How intuitive eating can be a tool for healing, regardless of body size
• Practical ways to unlearn anti-fat bias and cultivate self-compassion

Whether you’re working on your own relationship with food or want to better support loved ones in marginalized bodies, this conversation will equip you with the tools and perspectives to make meaningful changes.

Chelsea Levy (she/her) is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD). She is the founder of Chelsea Levy Nutrition, a virtual private practice based in NYC. Chelsea is a self-identified fat, Jewish health care provider committed to utilizing a weight-inclusive medical model for the treatment of eating disorders and chronic illnesses related to the endocrine system, including diabetes and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). At the intersection of eating disorder recovery, body image healing, and the endocrine system, Chelsea centers gender-affirming care.

Chelsea Levy Nutrition offers three group programs:

• Somatic Group: Sensing Safety, Seeking Pleasure – A virtual group offered nationwide.
• Recovery Supper Club – For individuals in stable recovery looking for in-person community and connection over meals. Learn more here (In-person in NYC).
• Body Image Healing Group – A virtual group for folks in larger bodies seeking body image support (available nationwide).

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Hey Rebel.

In this we’re diving into the recent news of the Red Dye 3 ban and what it means for you as an intuitive eater—or someone working to heal your relationship with food. With so much food fear in the world, it’s important to approach topics like this with clarity and balance to avoid unnecessary guilt, anxiety, or restrictive behaviors.

Tune in to learn:

• What Red Dye 3 is and why it’s being banned
• How misinformation about food bans can fuel food fear
• Practical ways to navigate external health values while staying aligned with intuitive eating

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a better understanding of the facts behind the Red Dye 3 ban and tools to help you make informed, confident food choices without compromising your relationship with food. Let’s talk about reducing food fear and finding balance—press play now!

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Hey Rebel.

oday we’re revisiting one of the most important episodes I’ve ever shared—a deep dive into what intuitive eating truly is. Whether you’re hearing this for the first time or giving it another listen, this episode will offer valuable insights to help you heal your relationship with food and deepen your understanding of intuitive eating!

In this episode, we're exploring:

• What intuitive eating actually is (and what it’s not)
• Why intuitive eating is more nuanced than simply “eating whatever you want”
• Common misconceptions, like starting with unconditional permission to eat
• How to approach intuitive eating with self-trust, compassion, and a focus on health

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or chaotic while trying to practice intuitive eating, this episode is for you! 

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Hey Rebel. Today we’re reframing the way we think about movement.

Exercise doesn’t have to be disordered or a source of guilt and stress—it can be something that supports you physically, mentally, and emotionally. My hope is that this episode helps you move toward a healthier relationship with movement. One that isn't tied up in all-or-nothing thinking or black-and-white rules.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• How to recognize when movement is helpful versus triggering
• Letting go of rigid exercise rules and absolutes
• Building body attunement to guide your movement choices

I’ll also share personal insights on how my approach to movement has shifted over the years, including why I’ve let go of strict workout goals. Whether you struggle with taking rest days or feel hesitant to start moving because it feels tied to dieting, this episode is for you.

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Hey Rebel.

Today we’re tackling a key step in healing your relationship with food: rejecting dieting. Diet culture isn’t just about big-name diets like Weight Watchers or Noom—it shows up in subtle food rules, social norms, and everyday conversations that impact how we think about food and our bodies.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• How diet culture sneaks into every aspect of our lives.
• The ways it disconnects us from hunger, fullness, and body cues.
• The social, psychological, and physical consequences of dieting.
• How rejecting dieting can transform your relationship with food and your body.

You’ll also hear reflections from past clients who’ve found freedom from dieting and now enjoy a positive, peaceful relationship with food. Let’s dive in!

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