Rhiannon Lambert on Staying Healthy in a World of Filters
Mar 19, 2019
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Rhiannon Lambert, a Harley Street nutritionist and author, joins the podcast to discuss the impact of phone habits on our health. They talk about disordered eating habits, body dysmorphia, and the mental health effects of our comparison culture. They also explore the negative impact of filters and unrealistic body images on self-esteem. The speakers highlight the importance of mindful eating and the need to be aware of our phone habits. They promote following Rhiannon on social media and recommend her book, 'Re Nourish,' as well as engaging with the podcast.
Increased screen time can lead to higher body fat and poor diet choices in adults, while also disrupting mindful eating and affecting hunger and satiety signals.
The negative impact of technology usage on health, including mindless eating, decreased physical activity, and digestive issues, currently outweighs the benefits.
Deep dives
The Impact of Screen Time on Children and Adults
According to the Royal College of Pediatrics, increased screen time is linked to higher body fat and poor diet choices in children. The same might be true for adults as well. Living in an obesogenic environment with 24/7 access to food and being more sedentary can negatively affect the health and body fat percentage of adults. Additionally, screen time can disrupt mindful eating, affecting hunger and satiety signals, leading to overeating or undereating. It can also contribute to digestive issues and hinder our ability to be present in social situations.
The Impact of Technology on Happiness and Nutrition
As a nutritionist, Rianne Lambert emphasizes the connection between technology usage and happiness. Staring at screens while eating can lead to mindless eating and disrupt hunger and fullness cues. It can also affect the digestive process and trigger IBS symptoms. Moreover, relying heavily on phones and technology can decrease physical activity, which is detrimental to overall health. While technology has its pros, the negative impact on health currently outweighs the benefits.
Personal Phone Habits and Setting Boundaries
Rianne Lambert admits to being attached to her phone, as social media is a significant part of her work. However, she has implemented curfews in her personal life to manage her phone usage. She tries to be mindful, not using her phone as an alarm and taking breaks from social media. She also creates boundaries by keeping technology in a different room and finding time for other activities, like yoga or going for a walk without the phone.
Navigating Challenges and Maintaining a Positive Online Presence
Rianne Lambert discusses the challenges of dealing with social media, such as trolls, sensationalized headlines, and risks of misinterpretation. She remains mindful of her posts, striving to provide valuable content and accurate information while being cautious not to engage in unethical practices. She believes in embracing individuality, promoting body positivity, and offering support to her followers. Despite the challenges, she finds a sense of community and support in social media and remains committed to her mission.
Harley Street Nutritionist and author Rhiannon Lambert joins Tanya on the podcast to talk about what our phone habits might be doing to our health - both physical and mental. We chat about the importance of tuning in to our bodies to avoid disordered eating habits, body dysmorphia, the mental health impacts of our comparison culture, and how mindlessly scrolling through our Instagram feed might be interfering with really listening to what are bodies are telling us. You can find Rhiannon on Instagram and Twitter (@rhitrition on both) and check out her website https://rhitrition.com/. For more about Tanya Goodin visit https://www.tanyagoodin.com and https://www.twitter.com/tanyagoodin Find Tanya’s book 'Off: Your Digital Detox for a Better Life' on Amazon: https://getBook.at/OFF And her latest book 'Stop Staring at Screens' is on Amazon too: https://getBook.at/STOPSTARING For more about Time To Log Off visit the website https://www.itstimetologoff.com Find us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/timetologoff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timetologoff and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timetologoffnow