

Have you ever found yourself caught in the whirlwind of diet trends and nutritional advice only to end up more confused than when you started? We sit down with Alexandra, a holistic and culinary nutritionist and eating psychology coach, who has journeyed from a weight-centric focus to a philosophy that prioritizes health over the scale. Her story illuminates the challenges of confronting diet culture, the quest for the 'perfect' health regime, and the deeply personal evolution that can emerge from unlearning ingrained beliefs about our bodies and the food we eat.
Together with Alexandra, we unpack how our childhood experiences with food and body image can shadow us into adulthood, influencing everything from our self-esteem to our reproductive journeys. Parenthood adds another layer to this complex puzzle, presenting new challenges in balancing self-care with the demands of raising little ones. Alexandra's resilience in the face of infertility and her embrace of both holistic and Western medicine offers a fresh perspective on how we can navigate these life stages with grace and intentionality, while still honoring our own needs and desires.
This conversation goes beyond the plate, touching on the pressures of postpartum life, the anti-diet movement, and the quest for self-awareness in a culture saturated with mixed messages about health. It's a candid look at the ebbs and flows of life's seasons, the power of tuning into our own bodies, and the courage it takes to step away from the noise and chart our own course. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a new parent, or simply someone trying to make sense of the myriad of nutrition advice out there, this episode promises insights and inspiration for a more mindful and joyful approach to health.
Connect with Alex through http://www.thenutritionisteats.com/
Website: https://parastoobadie.com/podcast/
Email: asliceofhumblepiewithp2@gmail.com
Instagram: @asliceofhumblepiewithp2
31 episoder
Have you ever found yourself caught in the whirlwind of diet trends and nutritional advice only to end up more confused than when you started? We sit down with Alexandra, a holistic and culinary nutritionist and eating psychology coach, who has journeyed from a weight-centric focus to a philosophy that prioritizes health over the scale. Her story illuminates the challenges of confronting diet culture, the quest for the 'perfect' health regime, and the deeply personal evolution that can emerge from unlearning ingrained beliefs about our bodies and the food we eat.
Together with Alexandra, we unpack how our childhood experiences with food and body image can shadow us into adulthood, influencing everything from our self-esteem to our reproductive journeys. Parenthood adds another layer to this complex puzzle, presenting new challenges in balancing self-care with the demands of raising little ones. Alexandra's resilience in the face of infertility and her embrace of both holistic and Western medicine offers a fresh perspective on how we can navigate these life stages with grace and intentionality, while still honoring our own needs and desires.
This conversation goes beyond the plate, touching on the pressures of postpartum life, the anti-diet movement, and the quest for self-awareness in a culture saturated with mixed messages about health. It's a candid look at the ebbs and flows of life's seasons, the power of tuning into our own bodies, and the courage it takes to step away from the noise and chart our own course. Whether you're a healthcare professional, a new parent, or simply someone trying to make sense of the myriad of nutrition advice out there, this episode promises insights and inspiration for a more mindful and joyful approach to health.
Connect with Alex through http://www.thenutritionisteats.com/
Website: https://parastoobadie.com/podcast/
Email: asliceofhumblepiewithp2@gmail.com
Instagram: @asliceofhumblepiewithp2
31 episoder
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