This week, we're joined by Chelsea McCallum, an IBS and FODMAP dietitian and gut health expert. Chelsea is the creator of the IBS Relief Program, a digital solution for those struggling with IBS symptoms like constipation, bloating, gas, and diarrhea. We dive into bloating and body image, explore what bloating really is, how it's different in people with eating disorders, and its impact on body image. Chelsea shares practical tips for managing bloating and body image struggles, like wearing ...
What goes on in the modelling industry? How can eating issues affect bone health? We sit down with exercise physiologist and model Imogen Nicholson and have an in-depth discussion of all things bone health and modelling. We discuss: Her experience working in the modeling industry and how this work can influence body imageBeing scouted as a plus-size model How osteoporosis and osteopenia might develop if you are struggling with an eating disorderHow does exercise help with improving bone...
This week we’re joined on the podcast by the incredible Tanya Kretschmann. I first came across Tanya when she gave a lived experience presentation at an Eating Disorder professional development I was attending. Her story brought be to tears, so I was unbelievably grateful when she agreed to share her story on the podcast. Tanya is a is a passionate consumer advocate, lived experience consultant, recovery speaker and peer mentor. She’s also the mum to an energetic 2 year old. In this episo...
As a dietitian who works in the areas of eating disorder recovery and plant-based nutrition, I have been super excited to do an episode like this for a long time. In this episode we sit down with dietitian Jade Wrigley and chat all things Eating Disorder Recovery on a Plant Based Diet. We take a deep dive into: Why we might go plant-basedDo plant-based or vegan diets cause eating disorders?How to identify whether plant-based eating is actually disordered eatingCan you recover fr...
Pelvic floor dysfunction and sexual health are often taboo topics in today's society. Especially in the context of eating disorders. We wanted to break the stigma around these important conversations, and to do that, we invited on the incredible Marnie Poiner onto the podcast. Marnie Poiner, is a Brisbane based Physiotherapist and the director of The Healthy Peach Physio. Marnie treats a variety of pelvic health conditions, with experience treating persistent pelvic pain ...
In this episode, we sit down with Johanna Badenhorst is a mother of two young boys, an Educational Developmental Psychologist and director of Holistic Wellness Psychology. She has a profound passion for neurodivergence and perinatal mental health. Like many women, Johanna had a late diagnosis of ADHD, after many decades assuming that her food hyperfixations to the point of never consuming said food again, never actually sticking to any routine, and a cupboard full of random hobbies was...
In this latest episode we chat about how to deal with the hard stuff around Christmas with Eating Disorder Dietitian from All Bodies Services Hannah Wilson. We discuss: The challenges experienced at Christmas by many of our followers - from social events, awkward meal times and feeling like s*** when you 'should' be happyPractical tips on handling food related anxieties Dealing with conversations around food and weightCreating a supportive environmentAt Imbodi Health, our mission ...
In this weeks episode of the Imbodi Health Podcast we have a team Q&A with Kiah, Megan, Jade and Geordy where we answer your listener questions! We chat about: Tips on moving away from the "clean" eating mentality Our views on the Australian Dietary GuidelinesChallenges we face as dietitiansOur favourite hobbies & self-care activitiesBest parts of working as a dietitianQuick and easy meals that are staples for usAt Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditc...
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking to the wonderful Bridgette Williams from Held Counselling. We chatted about many important topics including: Bridgette's lived experience of navigating the world in a larger bodyBridgette's turning point in deciding to stop dietingSome of the unique challenges faced by people living in larger bodies when it comes to body image workThe importance of finding communityMaking sure your social media feed supports body image healingHow to support you...
In this episode of the Imbodi Health Podcast, Kiah and Megan break down the frequently asked questions about secret eating. We cover: What secret eating is and some of the common signs The research behind secret eatingWhether secret eating is an eating disorderSome of the common reasons why it might happen - from body image concern, dieting, control and negative emotions.Strategies to help you on your journey in reducing secret eating At Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to d...
In this episode, we sit down with Callie Ann co-founder of Lotus ED support, social worker, mother and domestic violence survivor about living with and recovering from a Severe and Enduring Eating Disorder (SEED). We discuss: Callie's lived experience recovering from an eating disorder Her turning point for recovery and what helped her recoverThe importance of neurodiversity-affirming care and how indiviudalised treatment was crucial in her recoveryNavigating the healthcare system...
Is sugar addiction real? You'll likely hear a lot of conflicting views, so in this episode, we delve into the science behind 'sugar addiction'. We discuss: What is sugar? And the different types of sugarIs sugar an addictive substance by definition?Can sugar act like a drug in our bodies?Reasons why we might feel addicted to sugarHow to feel more 'in control' around sugarAt Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditch diet culture, make friends with food and find peace with your body...
It’s meal time. You’re lookin’ in the fridge and then it hits you… you’re hungry but NOTHING sounds good. In this episode, we chat about why this happens, and what to do to feel confident in your food choices so you can find something that hits the spot! In this episode, Kiah and Meg discuss factors including: Developing food aversionsWaiting too long to eatBarriers to cooking and meal prepThe impact of medical conditions and illnessLacking inspirationAnd we touch on our own personal experien...
At some point, many of us will struggle with distress around our bodies, and have bad body image days. Although this is sadly a very common and normal human experience, it can be really helpful to have a toolbox of coping strategies that help us avoid behaviours like restricting food, dieting, or exercising to try and 'fix' our bodies or improve how we feel about them. In this episode, Kiah and Meg discuss eight ways to navigate body image distress, including: Wearing comfy clothingConsiderin...
When does 'healthy eating' go too far? In this episode, we're chatting about orthorexia: an eating disorder that involves a fixation or obsession with healthy eating. Although it's not yet included in the DSM V as an official eating disorder diagnosis, you will commonly find it referenced in the media, blog articles and research papers and it is recognised by many mental health professionals and eating disorder experts. In this episode, Kiah and Meg discuss: How orthorexia might d...
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking to the wonderful Dr Maud Achard about Neurodivergence & Eating Disorders. Dr Maud is an autistic mental health dietitian and a credentialed eating disorder clinician. She works in private practice and in inpatient mental health services. Her main area of interest is to provide neurodiversity-affirming health care for neurodivergent persons with feeding differences and eating disorders. She understands that different brains mean different ne...
It's time for another TikTok-inspired myth-busting episode! We are always fascinated (and often disturbed) by the health and wellness trends that come up on our TikTok feeds! It can be pretty tricky trying to sift through all the conflicting information, so in every season we have an episode dedicated to breaking down some of these trends. In this episode, Kiah and Meg discuss: Salt water flushingDry scooping pre-workoutBeing 'sober curious'The lemon olive oil morning drinkAnd whether a raw ...
At Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditch diet culture, make friends with food and find peace with your body. Find your version of ‘whole health’ no matter your body shape or size. Tune in weekly for bite-sized episodes on all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance. Join the community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbodihealth/Visit The Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/Imbodi Health website: ...
You submitted your questions, and we answered them! In this episode, Kiah and Meg answer the following questions from our Imbodi Poddy Community: What is the cause of amenorrhea with an eating disorder?What does a day in the life of a dietitian look like?How did you find studying your degrees to become a dietitian?Can you please talk about overshoot weight gain in recovery, and if it's possible not to happen?Is eating food late at night really that bad?What are your personal stories in regard...
In this episode, Kiah and Meg chat with Serena Nangia about: Serena's journey in founding The Body ActivistsHow fatphobia (anti-fat bias) and weight discrimination cause harm, and their link to increasing the risk of developing an eating disorderMedia awareness and how to navigate harmful advice around food or bodiesNavigating the healthcare system and having difficult conversations with health professionalsDealing with imposter syndrome: your voice mattersSerena Nangia (she/her) is a long-ti...