Diet culture has become so entrenched in our society and daily lives that we often don't even notice it. For many, to spend the six months between Christmas and summer on a diet or working to achieve a "bikini body" is just a regular part of our year. But despite our obsession with dieting and weight loss, obesity rates continue to climb, alongside rates of depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem and eating disorders.  In this episode I discuss: What is diet culture How diet culture impacts us as individuals, and as a population The harm caused by diet culture Why diets don't work How to focus on health, not weight More from me:  Blog - Salt & Honey  Instagram - katiewilsonrd DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only, and should never replace personalised advice provided by your own doctor, dietitian, or other healthcare professional.