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Welcome to the HealED Podcast! The place where nutrition science meets food psychology and body image to support you in having a great relationship with food and your body. I'm your host, Marie-Pier, and we're thrilled to have Katherine Metzelaar, a Seattle-based eating disorder registered dietitian and CEO/Founder of Bravespace Nutrition.   Today, we are diving into one of the biggest topics of 2023....OZEMPIC. The goal of this conversation is to provide information. It is not our goal to...

Welcome to the HealED Podcast, where we discuss the intersections of food, body, and mind from an anti-diet and weight-inclusive perspective. Today,  we are talking about the holidays and how we can navigate them when working on our relationship with food and your body.   This is a special podcast because we have some of the team members at The Balanced Practice joining us to talk about the holidays! On this podcast you will hear: Jasna, our OG dietitian (also the first guest to be...

Welcome to another episode of the HealED Podcast, where we explore all facets related to eating disorder recovery, the intricate balance between food, body, and mind, and the transformative power of healing. I'm your host, Marie-Pier, and today, we are honored to have Celia Clark, a Disordered Eating Specialist, therapist and trainer. Her approach is informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS) to support her clients in the recovery of  Disordered Eating/ Eating Disorders    In this episode,  we...

Welcome back to the HealED Podcast, with our host, Marie-Pier, a registered dietitian and founder of The Balanced Practice. In this episode, we delve into the stages of eating disorder recovery with Monique Robinson, a registered psychotherapist at The Balanced Practice. Monique brings her personal lived experience with eating disorders and compassionate, client-centered approach to our conversation.   On this podcast we talk about: | 02:15 | Introducing Monique and discussing her role at The...

Welcome back to the HealED Podcast! Today we are talking about the intersection of eating disorders and the  LGBTQIA2S+ Community.    Joining me in this conversation is Quinn Haisley (they/she). Quinn Haisley  is a non-binary, queer, and neurodivergent eating disorder dietitian. After originally majoring in philosophy for their undergrad degree, Quinn chose to shift gears and returned to school to study nutrition, receiving an associate’s degree from LaGuardia Community college, and a MS from...

Welcome back to the HealED Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that affects nearly every woman's life: PERIODS. We are joined by a special guest, Cynthia Donovan, a registered dietitian and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) expert. She shares her personal experience with HA and offers invaluable insights into understanding and managing missing periods. Menstrual health is not something that is often discussed and unfortunately lacks awareness. I hope you will love this podcast as...

Welcome back to another episode of the HealED Podcast! In today's episode, we dive into a very interesting topic: "No such thing as healthy treats." Your host, Marie, a registered dietitian with a background in psychology, shares her perspective on the concept of healthy treats and why she doesn't believe in them.   As a dietitian, she explores the influence of diet culture and the dietitian profession on the promotion of healthy treats. She challenges the idea and discusses why it shouldn't...

Welcome back to the HealED Podcast! I'm your host, Marie-Pier. Today we are talking about the role of family in eating disorder care.   Joining me in this conversation is Bryn Miller, a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado, a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Supervisor and a Certified Advanced Therapist in Emotion-Focused Family Therapy.       In this episode, Bryn shares the story behind their framework, known as the response roadmap, and how it integrates...

Welcome to HealED Podcast! In this episode, Marie-Pier & Dawn Lundin, a sports  & eating disorder dietitian, explore the world of sports nutrition and eating disorder treatment.   In this episode, we cover: [00:07:57] Why athletes are at a higher risk [00:13:16] Help athlete balance practice and eating disorder recovery. [00:16:03]  Athlete challenges in recovery. [00:21:43] Barriers to accessing treatment  [00:25:23] Intuitive eating and sports nutrition [00:29:32] Body image and...

In today's solo episode, Marie-Pier will be diving into the topic of movement and its relationship with eating disorders and disordered eating recovery.   Marie emphasizes that physical activity is a personal journey and its incorporation into treatment should be based on individual needs and considerations.   She acknowledges the pressure from diet culture to prioritize movement and explores how diet and fitness culture intersect to create a perfect storm of disordered behaviours. Marie...

Welcome to The HealED Podcast! I'm your host, Marie-Pier.   On today's solo podcast episode, we are taking a dive deep into the role of dietitians in eating disorder care. We separated the role 4 stages:  1- Prevention 2- Early Detection 3- Treatment 4- Maintenance The dietetic profession has unfortunately caused a lot of harm (and truthfully, continues to cause harm) in this space. And, when we know better we do better. This episode aims to highlight the crucial role of dietitians in eating...

Welcome to The HealED Podcast! I'm your host, Marie-Pier, and today Eden Davis is joining us on the show to talk about the intersection of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and Eating Disorders.   On this episode, we discuss [00:05:19] Eden journeys to becoming an eating disorder dietitian [00:12:57] Introduction to PCOS. [00:15:15] Review of PCOS symptoms and diagnosis [00:20:39] Treatment of eating disorders AND PCOS. [00:25:09] Debunking food myths regarding PCOS [00:35:43] Tips for...

Welcome back to the HealED Podcast, I am your host Marie-Pier.  In this episode, we explore the importance of community in healing and how it can play a vital role in your recovery. TIMESTAMPS: [00:01:38] Planning a trip when recovered from an eating disorder. [00:06:51] How the community can fit in [00:10:19] Social determinants impact health, isolation hinders recovery. [00:15:03] Supportive communities can positively impact recovery outcomes. [00:18:46] Belonging and safe...

Welcome to The HealED Podcast! I'm your host, Marie-Pier, and today we have an incredible guest joining us, Jasna Robinson-Wright, an amazing registered dietitian at The Balanced Practice. In this episode, we're diving deep into the intersections between health conditions, eating disorders, and navigating dietary restrictions without triggering disordered eating. Jasna and I discuss the dangers of jumping straight into the most restrictive route when addressing health issues. We challenge the...

This week's podcast is a little different, we have The Balanced Practice Team on the podcast sharing their thoughts on Christy Harrison's new book: "The Wellness Trap".  At TBP, we value continued education and growth. Every month, we meet to discuss various topics and this month, we wanted to let you in on our conversation! Let me know if you enjoy this type of episode! (4:00) Wellness Culture vs Diet Culture (12:19): Clean & Natural (19:45): Determinants (of health) (26:17): Mis- and...

On this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, we dive into the topic of medical fatphobia with our special guest, Jenna Teleda. ⚠️Trigger warning: In this episode, we talk about weight stigma and fatphobia. Although these topics are extremely important to discuss, the nature of the conversation can be heavy/difficult. Check-in with yourself before pressing play⚠️   Jenna is a registered dietitian and intuitive eating counsellor who practices from a HAES aligned approach. In this episode,...

On this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast,  we talk about engaging our support system during the healing process. We talk about the potential benefits and potential risks as well as creating a pro-recovery environment.   I also talk about communication! And how it can help us strengthen our relationships. If you want to learn more about communication, join our low-cost workshop on Friday!   Connect with me on Instagram @the.balanced.dietitian. For more support, visit our website...

In this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, Marie-Pier welcomes guest Jennifer Hicks to discuss mindful movement. Jennifer shares her journey of recovery from an eating disorder and how she found healing through the practice of NIA, a movement practice that combines dance, martial arts, and healing arts. They emphasize the importance of being present in the body, listening to its signals, and avoiding setting unrealistic expectations.   In this episode, we explore the concept of...

On this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, we talk about summertime and navigating food and body with more ease. I will share six tips for navigating summertime while healing one's relationship with food and body.  Podcast Breakdown [00:00:54] Introduction [00:05:31] Low cost workshops on communication are offered. [00:06:41] Managing summertime complexities around food and body. [00:07:20] Tip 1: Reject Summer Body [00:09:07] Tip 2: Wear comfortable clothing [00:12:20] Tip 3: Plan...

On this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, we take a closer look at the Eating Spectrum! I talk about how diet culture can push us further on the spectrum and the negative impacts of disordered eating patterns. We will also uncover the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders and the importance of seeking help for treatment and recovery. The episode offers support, solutions and practical advice for listeners who want to transition toward a healthier relationship with...

On this week's episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, we are talking about... SHOPPING! Shopping when healing your relationship with food and your body can be a really difficult task.  In this episode, we give you tips to make the shopping experiences more neutral (or even joyful).   In this episode: [00:01:21] Podcast revamp! [00:09:28] Why shopping can be difficult [00:11:53] Shopping and Body Disconnection [00:14:47] Tips BEFORE Shopping (Online + In Person) [00:28:11] Tips DURING...

In this episode of The Balanced Dietitian Podcast, we talk about SUGAR and the stress we experience around food due to societal norms and our attachment of worth to certain foods.  We challenge the concept of food/sugar addiction and review how to increase balance in our nutrition. I believe in a balanced and consistent approach to nutrition that focuses on adding rather than restricting. Here's whats covered in this episode:   [00:00:05] Welcome to Balanced Dietitian Podcast where science...