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Author: Michelle Yates, MS, RD, LMNT

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Nobody likes talking about their relationship with food or with their body... so let's talk about it. Welcome to Nourished & Free® - the podcast to help you become nourished & healthy while being free from a toxic relationship with food (including nutrition misinformation).

This show creates space for conversations around having a healthy, balanced, realistic relationship with food while being free of food guilt, disordered eating, and diet stress... all while dodging the misinformation we see left and right in our toxic "wellness" culture.

Episodes cover a range of topics including binge eating, critical breakdowns of popular diet and wellness trends, and stories of real women who have walked the road of overcoming a toxic relationship with food/body.

I've had my own battle with body dysmorphia and disordered eating, so I get it. I've now made it my mission to help women conquer anything that stands in the way of mental or physical health. 

Find me on IG for more @yatesnutrition

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Send us a Text Message.Feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice about food and cancer? Ever wondered if sugar really feeds cancer cells or if red meat is an automatic health hazard? Join me as I chat with Dr. Joe Zundell and dive into the world of nutrition and cancer, busting some common myths you might have heard.Dr. Zundell separates fact from fiction and digs into the science to explain what cancer cells really need to survive and grow. Get stoked to have some insights into the ✨...
Send us a Text Message.Are you struggling with IBS? I've brought IBS expert Jessie Wong, RD, on to help guide us through managing it. We start by explaining what IBS is, from its different types to the challenges of diagnosis, as well as shed light on unproven "miracle cures" and emphasize the importance of evidence-based treatment.Diet plays a big role in IBS, and Jessie helps us explore the connection between food, inflammation, and gut health. We also dive into the popular Low FODMAP diet,...
Send us a Text Message.Ever wonder if you might have binge eating disorder? This episode is for you. I break down what binge eating is, how common it is, and what the diagnostic criteria are. You'll get a clear picture of the serious health effects and learn about some practical ways to manage it.In this episode I talk about different treatment options, like cognitive behavioral therapy and nutrition interventions, focusing on finding a balanced approach to food and eating.If you think you mi...
Send us a Text Message.Do you feel like you may be addicted to food, especially those tempting salty and sugary foods? In this episode, I'm diving deep into the heated debate over food addiction. Is it a real thing? Can it be officially diagnosed? Is there solid evidence to compare the effects of food on the brain to that of drugs? I'll tackle this and the psychological fallout of demonizing our favorite treats. Plus, I've got insights and resources for anyone feeling at the mercy of their ea...
Send us a Text Message.Varvara once had a healthy relationship with food, until she moved to the US, where everything changed. Suddenly thrust into the frenzy of American weight-loss culture, she felt like the odd one out in a sea of "lose weight quick" mantras. Varvara found herself in a rut, loathing her reflection in photos and videos. As someone who loves to travel, V was determined to break free from binge eating and reclaim her confidence, and that's when she came across my Nourished &a...
Send us a Text Message.Join me and my husband Vinnie as we react to the Netflix documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut." We're dissecting the pros and cons of this 'life-changing' documentary (as my husband called it).From the intriguing insights and studies to the eyebrow-raising moments where Vinnie thought a warning should be displayed (or the rating changed to 'R'), we're dishing out our honest opinions.Whether you're a health enthusiast or looking to learn more about your...
Send us a Text Message.Have you ever tried a food sensitivity test and felt more confused than ever (or STRESSED than ever)? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Andrea Love, a renowned microbiologist and immunologist to uncover the truth behind these popular but MAJORLY misleading tests. We explore how these tests can fuel anxiety around food choices and dietary restrictions. It's time to question the hype and understand the science behind these tests.Are food sensitivity tests truly beneficia...
Send us a Text Message.Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about intuitive eating and the anti-diet movement? As someone who has been a huge fan of intuitive eating, lately I've started to see some flaws in it.Have you ever questioned the cherry-picked data and misleading narratives these intuitive eating coaches push? And what about the contradiction between intuitive eating's support for body autonomy and its rejection of intentional weight loss? These are just two of...
Send us a Text Message.Do you ever wonder if organic food is really worth the extra cost? Well, today I'm joined by Dr. Adrian Chavez, and we chat about what exactly sets organic produce apart, especially when it comes to things like pesticides and nutritional value. Adrian is ready to debunk some common misconceptions and shed light on the actual impact of pesticides on our bodies. We explore what the persuasive power of organic food marketing is. Is it influencing our choices more than we r...
Send us a Text Message.Are you ready to be inspired by a life-changing health journey? One that has been decades in the making...In this episode, I'm joined by Sharlette, my past client, and she opens up about her lifelong battle with weight and diet, from struggling in her teens and drinking SlimFast, taking weight loss injections in her 20s to binge eating in her 50s. We discussed Sharlette's diet history, why now was the perfect time for her to make a lifelong change and how my program Nou...
Send us a Text Message.Is Intuitive Eating really any different from just not dieting? 🤔 Why is it so hard to know what it is and how to do it? But at the same time, you hear people say it's easy to do, and the most sustainable solution for a lifetime of a healthy and nourishing relationship with food. So what's going on? Why are there so many polarizing opinions on the topic?In this episode, I'm breaking down the myths, misconceptions and mistakes I commonly see when someone starts to eat in...
Send us a Text Message.I'm diving deep into the latest Netflix doc You Are Where You Eat and sharing my views as a registered dietitian. If you haven't heard about it yet, it's a study on identical twins changing their diets and lifestyles for eight weeks in a unique scientific experiment designed to explore how certain foods impact the body.My husband Vincent is joining me on this one, and we're both scratching our heads over some of the stuff they claimed. We stayed silent the whole way thr...
Send us a Text Message.From secretive snack theft to a relentless binge-and-fast cycle, Liane was struggling to have a healthy relationship with food and after trying every diet under the sun, she'd had enough of the chaos and craved control.Fast forward to now—Liane's been living the binge-free dream for over 5 months! 🥳In this episode, Liane shares her journey with binge eating and the impact it had on her life, her faith, and her relationship with her son. Discover how she embraced food fr...
Send us a Text Message.Since BeachBody rebranded last year to BODi they have stated that their approach has changed when it comes to fitness, nutrition and mindset. BUT is that really true? It's time that I answer all your questions, review the research, and offer up my honest insights.I shed light on BODi's history (2 men with 0 qualifications???), why I suspect they chose now to rebrand, we explore the MLM (multi-level marketing) side of the business, and the issues I have with it.Curious a...
Send us a Text Message.You've probably never thought about how diets are similar to dating. You know the times when you're hiding your date from friends? Or should I say hiding that snack in your room so no one sees you eating it?Yeah, there's a lot of parallels. Let's talk about them.I'm excited for Toni Marinuci MS, RD to join me today to share how dieting and dating are similar by explaining different scenarios that you might relate to and why jumping from diet to diet (hello, New Year!) p...
Send us a Text Message.Ever felt like food was the only thing making you happy? But at the same time, it also makes you feel guilty every time you eat something not 'healthy' and so you'd get mad at yourself and beat yourself up over it? So did Lindsey.She was stuck in this unhealthy relationship with food. From losing a boatload of weight through Weight Watchers to piling it back on during the pandemic. Lindsey was feeling tired of not seeing sustainable, long-term weight loss and she was fe...
Send us a Text Message.You might remember when I was a Health At Every Size (HAES®) advocate. HAES is a compelling rival to diet culture, and it’s easy to get sucked into this popular movement.I've changed my tune a bit, and I’ve written about my thoughts on HAES®, but I knew I needed to recruit someone else onto the podcast so we could critically look at this movement together and have a balanced conversation about it. That’s why this week’s guest is Dr. Idz.Dr. Idz is not only a powerhouse ...
Send us a Text Message.It's sometimes hard to know what advice online (and offline) is credible or not, and seeing someone who is a 'Dr', 'nutritionist' or even 'dietitian' might make us assume they are a trustworthy source... but that's not always the case. Dr Idrees Mughal MBBS, MRes, DipIBLM (@Dr_Idz on socials) is joining me today to demystify the cloud of confusion around who you should trust.We explore the key red flags to look out for (and some green flags to keep in mind!) when you're...
Send us a Text Message.The Optavia® diet gets some women great results, but at what cost? Today I'm joined by Alizabeth who is an ex-Optavia® coach, she initially went through the program, lost over 100lbs, and then was recruited to become a coach blinded by the dream of financial freedom. She's now pulling back the curtain to the diet in this tell-all episode. 👀 We explore the cult-like mentality, the negative side effects of eating less than 1000 calories a day, and how the coaches are...
Send us a Text Message.Have you been chasing losing weight your whole life? Jumping from diet to diet, worrying about your gut health or creating a negative relationship with exercise? If so you're not alone, as today I'm joined by my client Danielle who broke free from this cycle and is now feeling truly Nourished & Free. I'm dropping this bonus episode as a Halloween treat 🎃We talk about what Danielle's relationship with food was like before, what sparked her to join my program, an...
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