Eating disorders can affect everyone – not just the thin.Our society encourages overconsumption. Yet we also demand thinness, willpower and self-control. We seem incapable of believing that being overweight is anything but a result of greed and that it’s simply evidence of weakness or laziness. This creates the belief that bingeing is a ‘failure’. Bingeing is a fundamentally misunderstood act, yet newsflash: binge eating disorder (BED) is also the most common type of eating disorder.&nbs...

51: Ready to stop binge eating? You absolutely can. Here's how I did it

Struggling to lose the last few kilos? Sick of hating your body or trying diets that don’t work? Wondering how to stop thinking about food all the time? The wellness world is full of dodgy ‘health’ advice.&nbsp;

Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen (aka The Nude Nutritionist) helps you eliminate those pesky diet rules so you can be healthy, without the wellness wankery. In this podcast, Lyndi talks all things nutrition, shares actionable strategies for ditching your weight loss diet, and will inspire you to finally make peace with your body.&nbsp;

From intuitive eating principles, self-care strategies, and doing our part in changing our society's definition of health, to what to do when you're constantly worried about gaining weight - we cover it all.&nbsp;

Come join us and thousands of others on their journey to food freedom, be healthy and feel amazing! Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Email hello@lyndicohen.com.

Nutrition

Health & Fitness

Struggle to make exercise feel enjoyable and easy to stick to? Worried you'll gain weight once you start eating intuitively?On today's episode, we're joined by the wonderful Shreen El Masry, who is a body-positive personal trainer, intuitive eating counsellor and author of the book 'Be You Be Free'. Shreen shares her expertise on making exercise fun and embracing intuitive eating,  overcoming the fear of weight gain and breaking free from diet culture. She also shares her personal s...

117: Exercise can be enjoyable - at any size. Here's how to find the joy in movement, and overcome the fear of judgement.

Thinking of starting a diet? Wondering whether it will be a success or just another failed attempt added to the list?In today's episode, I'm taking a deep dive into popular diets, from keto to calorie-restricted plans, and uncovering some hard truths. You'll learn why these diets might be more damaging than beneficial, often leading to binge eating and creating an unhealthy relationship with food. Hang tight, because this is going to be an eye-opener. Spoiler alert: You didn't ...

116: Dietitian reveals: The worst diets for you

Ever find yourself in a battle with the snack drawer after a day of 'perfect' eating? It’s like your self-control vanishes the second you're home alone. Leaving you stuck in the frustrating cycle of being disciplined during the day, and over-eating at night. If this rings a bell- stick around as we're diving into the effective strategies that'll revolutionise your relationship with both your pantry and your plate.I'll introduce you to the "three packet principle," and offer practical advice o...

115: Why am I good all day and lose control in secret? Here's how to stop raiding the pantry at night.

Are you always trying to eat perfectly healthy? As a dietitian, I've watched the pursuit of perfect health become an all-consuming battle for many. Myself included.  In today's episode, we dive into orthorexia nervosa, the thin line between healthy eating and an extreme fixation on so-called 'clean' eating. We'll explore how the pursuit of eating perfectly can lead to nutritional deficiencies, social isolation, and worsen our mental health. And discuss the importance of support, understa...

114: Do I have orthorexia or am I just a healthy eater? Recognising the signs before your relationship with food turns into an unhealthy obsession.

Does "I wish I was skinny. I HATE how my body looks" sound familiar?Wanting to be skinny is something Lyndi & Natalia know too well. We live in a world that tells us the most impressive thing a woman can be is thin. It's no wonder we are constantly trying to lose weight. But this isn't actually helping us be healthier, more confident or happier. When you wake up and hate how you look, your knee-jerk reaction might be to go on a diet or cancel plans. But neither of these things h...

51: Ready to stop binge eating? You absolutely can. Here's how I did it

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