Free Method Podcast

New year, new me? Diet culture would like you to think that. But before you dig deeper into resolutions and goals, let's take a minute to talk through what diet culture is and how to ensure your 2023 is not flooded with its lies.   LINKS: Free Call with Dylan Follow Dylan on IG Follow FMN on IG

Today I am joined by two empowering women, Danni Adams and Summer Innanen! Danni, aka Ama Pound Cake, is a body image coach, writer, activist and highly sought after speaker. Summer is a professionally trained life coach who specializes in body image, confidence and self-worth and is the host of Eat the Rules. Together, they co-created the Body Image Coach Certification Program where they train providers on how to support their clients with body image through a social justice lens.   During our empowering conversation, we dive into all things body image, self-worth, and the impact of societal beauty standards. Danni and Summer share their insights into unhooking from unrealistic standards, building self-compassion, and creating environments that promote self-empowerment. We discuss the global influence of Eurocentric beauty standards and the importance of reimagining beauty. Join us as we delve into the complex relationship between body image and societal norms, and discover tangible tips to empower yourself on the path to self-worth and acceptance.   In today’s episode, you’ll hear:

• How beauty standards impact our body image
• Practicing self-compassion while building your confidence
• Our best tips on creating an environment around you that promotes self-empowerment 
• The global influence of Eurocentric beauty

    CONNECT WITH DANNI AND SUMMER: https://summerinnanen.com https://amapoundcake.com https://www.instagram.com/summerinnanen   CONNECT WITH DYLAN: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy

Joining us is a very special guest, Michelle Schrader, a first-generation beef farmer from the Finger Lakes Region of New York. Michelle and her husband run a cow-calf operation where their cows are pasture raised and grain supplemented. Michelle's knowledge is a testament to her dedication to sustainable farming and her role in nurturing the connection between the land, the livestock, and the community she serves.   Over the next 30 minutes, we dive into the question of eating beef and how ethical and environmentally sustainable it is. We discuss antibiotic and hormone use in animal farming, and what USDA inspectors are watching out for in the meat we consume. We'll tackle the contentious issues of land use, greenhouse gas emissions, and the often misunderstood role of water in cattle farming, all while examining the nutritional and ecological trade-offs in our food choices.   In today’s episode, you’ll hear:

• Animal welfare and how they affect farming practices
• Insight on farming and food label requirements from the USDA
• Ethical considerations in consuming beef
• Livestock's role in the ecology and climate

  CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: IG: https://www.instagram.com/michelleschrader_/ Website: schradersacres.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1dq34dpi0IRQpBWZ6-WYIg   CONNECT WITH DYLAN: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy

As the the holiday season is fast approachcing, its important to think about and identify ways you can make this holiday season different and actually support yourself. Let go of the anxiety, that overwhelmed feeling and enter the holiday season feeling confident.    In today's episode, I share my best tips so that you can feel more calm and less-stressed during the holidays. I discuss three ways to be your own best friend during this challenging time. From showing yourself compassion to setting boundaries and knowing your body best, these tips can help you navigate family gatherings and food-focused holidays   In today’s episode, you’ll hear:

• How to show yourself compassion this holiday season
• Knowing your body best in food-focused environments
• Tips to set boundaries during the holidays

  CONNECT WITH DYLAN: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy

Joining the show today is the incredible Brianna Campos, a licensed mental health counselor and business coach. Bri is the founder of Body Image With Bri, she’s passionate about all things body image and practices through the lenses of Health at Every Size® and Intuitive Eating.   During our empowering conversation, we dive deep into the topic of body image and weight bias within healthcare. Bri sheds light on the unintentional biases that providers may carry and the concept of "set point weight".  We touch upon the challenges faced by dietitians in relation to fat phobia and unhealthy beliefs ingrained in their education. Bri also emphasizes the importance of compassion and harm reduction in healthcare, highlighting the need to learn from individuals with lived experiences.   In today’s episode, you will hear:

• Provider bias and weight bias in healthcare
• Solutions for experiencing body grief
• How to foster love and compassion towards your body
• What is the set point weight concept and its potential impact

  Connect with Bri: IG: @bodyimagewithbri Website: https://bodyimagewithbri.mykajabi.com/link-in-bio   Connect with Dylan: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy Schedule a free call: freemethodnutrition.com/freecall

Today we welcome Heather Lasco to the show! Heather is a Registered Dietitian and founder of Confidently Nourished. Her mission is to help everyone get the treatment they deserve, to not be overlooked, and to be taken seriously regardless of how they present themselves when it comes to their mental health and eating disorder treatment.    During our empowering conversation, we dive deep into the topic of addiction and eating disorders, exploring the common overlap. Heather shares her journey to sobriety and how it intertwined with her eating disorder. We also discuss the limitations of traditional treatment approaches and the importance of finding personalized recovery paths.    In today’s episode, you will hear:

• How addiction and eating disorders overlap
• The need for personalized recovery paths 
• Traditional treatment options vs. non-traditional options
• The Whack-A-Mole analogy and treatment of behaviors

    CONNECT WITH HEATHER: IG: https://www.instagram.com/confidently_nourished/ Website: https://confidentlynourished.co/   CONNECT WITH DYLAN: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy

Joining us as a special guest is Tayler Connor! Tayler is an expert in skincare and aesthetics, board board-certified Family Nurse practitioner, and a Registered Nurse. She is passionate about skin, all things anatomy, and blending these with mental well-being.   In this episode, we delve into the realm of skincare and uncover the secrets to achieving healthy and radiant skin. We discuss the importance of simplifying skincare routines, identifying our skin type, and understanding our skin's specific needs. Tayler shares her expertise as we explore the world of injectables and skincare procedures. We also dive into the complex and nuanced topic of body image and body augmentation, drawing insights from Tayler's background in mental health. Together, we explore the intersection between self-care, self-esteem, and the importance of feeling confident in our own skin. ​​ In today’s episode, you will hear:

• Emphasizing the need to simplify skincare routines and focus on the basics
• How to identify your skin type before buying random skin care products
• Body image and its impact on skincare treatments
• Finding balance within your skincare routine

  CONNECT WITH TAYLER: Instagram: @taylerconnor_np Schedule an appointment with Tayler at skinpharm.com   CONNECT WITH DYLAN: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy.r

If you are on any social media platform, you know exactly what we mean when we say it seems like so many people are using weight loss medications as part of their weight loss journey. Today, we have a special guest on the show, Chelsey Medley. Chelsey is a primary care nurse practitioner who treats eating disorders and focuses on a holistic, HAES approach.    Over the next 21 minutes, we discuss the rise in popularity of weight loss medications, such as Ozempic and Wagovy, and the ethical dilemmas they pose for healthcare professionals. We dive into the origins of the medications and who they were originally developed for. Chelsey shares her experiences with patients who seek these medications for weight loss, and the challenges she faces in promoting a holistic, body-positive approach to health.    In today’s episode, we cover:

• What is the HAES approach?
• Wegovy and Ozempic being used as weight loss drugs
• What the prescription requirements for Wegovy and Ozempic are
• The rise in popularity of weight loss medications 

  Connect with Chelsey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsey-medley-6467b7a4   Connect with Dylan: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy.rd

Today we are so excited to welcome Jenna Werner to the show! Jenna is mom of soon to be two, registered dietitian nutritionist, founder of Happy Strong Healthy, and co-founder of The Dietitian Business Collective. She believes food should be fun and that you can reach your health goals without deprivation and diet micromanagement and that true health is dependent on both physical and mental wellbeing.    Over the next 30 minutes, we discuss how you practice intuitive eating with your children and navigate all of the “rules” that are put on parents and toddlers around food. From addressing the impact of diet culture to promoting intuitive eating, we'll explore the importance of open communication, debunk strict food rules, and help parents build a healthy relationship with their child's food choices   In today’s episode, we cover:

• The challenges parenting toddlers and setting boundaries
• Allowing choice and autonomy in your child’s food decisions
• The importance of how we talk to our children about food
• Resources that are available for parents on feeding and the “rules”

  Connect with Jenna: Website: www.happystronghealthyrd.com  IG: www.instagram.com/happystronghealthy.rd   Connect with Dylan: Website: www.freemethodnutrition.com IG: www.instagram.com/dylanmurphy.rd

Today I am joined by Marissa Kai Miluk, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and binge eating coach. Marissas speacializes in helping individuals break free from restrictive eating patterns and re-claim trust with their body to move towards a more compassionate approach to health and well-being.    Marissa shares her personal journey of how she went from pursuing a career in acting to becoming a passionate advocate for intuitive eating and healing our relationship with food. Together, we discuss the destructive cycle of restrict-binge patterns and how listening to our bodies can help us understand our true needs. Join us as we dive into this enlightening conversation and learn how to break free from the cycle of binge eating.   Tune into hear:

• Strategies to break free from the restrict-binge cycle
• The challenges of Intuitive eating with ADHD
• How to truly listen to your body’s cues
• The power of Intuitive eating to transform your relationship with food

  Connect with Marissa: Website: behindthebinge.com IG: @binge.nutritionist    Follow Dylan (@dylanmurphy.rd) and FREE Method Nutrition (@freemethodnutrition) on IG to learn more about ditching diets in the name of freedom and peace of mind with food!   New to Intuitive Eating and don't know where to start? Our free course, Better Body Image, is the perfect place! This 3-part video series is the perfect way to dip your toes into the food freedom and body image journey. It will empower you with the first steps to break free from body negative thoughts so you can step into lasting body confidence. Head to freemethodnutrition.com/betterbodyimage to sign up today.   Are you ready to break free from food rules for good? Our dietitians are FREE Method would love to support you! To save time and see if it's a good fit, head to freemethodnutrition.com/freecall to schedule your free call today.