Fatphobia is rampant in the medical community. Doctors and providers are notorious for prescribing weight loss for everything from acid reflux to joint pain. The problem is, this weight loss advice is not only misguided... it's outright harmful. Today on the podcast, we are joined by Ragen Chastain, a speaker, Certified Health Coach, and thought leader in We ... Show More
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Q&A: How much protein do I really need—and when should I eat it?
How much protein is actually enough, and does it matter when you eat it? Wendy breaks it all down in this episode, with practical goals for protein intake, why distribution matters, and ways to sneak it in without overthinking. Whether you’re vegetarian, perimenopausal, or just t ... Show More
6m 3s
Oct 1
Movement Hacks for Blood Sugar (Even if You Hate the Gym)
Today we are talking about movement hacks—realistic, everyday ways to support your blood sugar and health goals. We’re exploring how small shifts in daily movement can have a big impact on energy, insulin sensitivity, and overall well-being.Jess and Wendy break down the science b ... Show More
26m 43s
Sep 24
Q&A: Is it bad if I eat dinner at 9 PM?
Late dinner guilt? Let’s talk about it. In this episode, Jess unpacks the science behind eating late and why timing isn’t everything. You’ll learn when late dinners might be totally fine, and when they could affect your sleep, digestion, or blood sugar. With real-life client exam ... Show More
6m 9s
Jun 2023
What Weight Loss Research Is and ISN'T Telling You with Ragen Chastain
In this week’s episode, Bonnie is joined by Ragen Chastain who is a speaker, writer, researcher, Board Certified Patient Advocate, multi-certified health and fitness professional, and thought leader in weight science, weight stigma, health, and healthcare. In today’s episode Bonn ... Show More
43m 11s
Apr 2016
#58: Body-Positive Healthcare & Fat Acceptance with Ragen Chastain, Health At Every Size Speaker and Activist
Ragen Chastain (Dances with Fat, body-positive speaker, writer, and dancer) shares how she repaired her relationship to food after a long period of dieting, how we can improve healthcare for people in larger bodies, why diet culture and weight stigma are much more harmful to your ... Show More
59m 48s
Feb 2023
How to Manage Binge Eating and Weight Regain | HSM 574
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45m 41s
Jan 2020
168: How an M.D. lost 100 pounds from a plant-based keto diet with orthopedic surgeon, Carrie Diulus, M.D.
Carrie Diulus, M.D., is a unique individual in the medical field—not only is she one of the handful of board-certified female orthopedic spine surgeons in the country, but she also wholeheartedly believes in using a holistic approach with every patient she sees. In line with her ... Show More
57m 42s
Mar 2023
2064: 3 Exercises For Weight Loss by Rachel Trotta
Rachel Trotta talks about 3 good exercises for weight lossEpisode 2064: 3 Exercises For Weight Loss by Rachel TrottaRachel Trotta is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutritionalist, and health writer living in Red Bank, New Jersey, and helping clients all over the world. She ... Show More
11m 21s
May 2023
Strategies for Overeating and Secret Eating | HSM 587
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46m 8s