If you are asking yourself - what is trauma informed nutrition, and why does it matter for my health,  diabetes care or my relationship with food?  This episode is a must listen.

On this episode special guest Kathleen Putnam, MS RD, a.k.a The Trauma Dietitian and I sit down and explore the concept of  trauma informed nutrition and its value.

By listening to this episode you’ll learn:

• Kathleen's story of how she became a trauma dietitian
• How common trauma is
• The value and goal of trauma informed nutrition
• How we can create more self-compassion
• The role of stress and its impact
• The power of mindfulness, and the role of rest in supporting this practice, and connecting to food
• What is  and some common signs of food trauma, and eating trauma
• How Kathleen creates a safe place and creates space for her clients

More about Kathleen:
Kathleen Putnam, MS RD, The Trauma Dietitian.   Kathleen is a dietitian, educator, and coach focused on trauma, grief, parenting and health.  She is bringing Compassion, Mindfulness, and Knowledge of Trauma Informed Nutrition to a Toxic Culture of Dieting, Perfectionism, and the Moralization of our habits to stop the needless suffering of Self judgement and Criticism.  No Shame, No Blame - Stop the Body Shaming, Health Judgement, and Weight Stigmatizing as she is Committed to opening the Door, Creating a Safe Space, and Addressing the WHY behind Health and Self Care Habits.   She is reminding us all that you are not a bad person if you struggle with food, eating, your health or your body.

How to Connect with Kathleen:
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/traumadietitian/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NutritionWorkSeattle
Website, Programs and Links discussed in show: https://www.nomorefoodtrauma.com/
Trauma Informed Nutrition Care Handout:- https://www.pacesconnection.com/g/california-essentials-for-childhood-initiative 

How to Connect with Lindsay:
Instagram: https://instagram.com/theintuitivediabetic/
Website and Work with Me: https://www.lindsaysarson.com/work-with-me