Don't think you engage with diet culture? Think again. How many “wellness” influencers do you follow on social media? How many “wellness” or “healthy eating” articles do you read in a week? If you’re like most people (at least, most people who identify as female) it’s...
The question of how to prevent eating disorders is a complicated one. Eating disorders have been on the rise for years, and a lot needs to change if we want to reverse that trend. To be clear: eating disorders aren’t a new problem. One review found that the...
A few weeks ago, a reader responded to my newsletter, asking how to respond to diet talk and help a friend struggling with intuitive eating. I don't typically answer reader questions, but I thought this was worth exploring. Here’s what the original email said, edited...
I spend most of my working hours writing about why diets don’t work. I think it’s helpful for people to learn the truth about these diets and "lifestyle changes" that promote themselves as life-changing but are actually harmful. But after a while, it’s hard not to...
Maybe you've noticed, but intuitive eating is getting really popular. So of course, loads of diet companies and "wellness" influencers are taking anti-diet concepts and using them to sell diets. For example: Gwyneth Paltrow promoted an Intuitive...
A HAES dietitian won’t tell you what to eat. Instead, they’ll listen to your experiences and guide you on your intuitive eating journey. Here’s what you need to know about working with a HAES dietitian.
Looking for a free intuitive eating course? Whether you’re new to the anti-diet approach or you’ve been trying to work towards intuitive eating for a while, our 5-Day Intuitive Eating Starter Course is a great start for anyone who’s tired of obsessing over “wellness” and constantly struggling with food and body acceptance.