Catherine Newell

Catherine Newell, a historian focused on food and faith, and Jessica Grose, a New York Times writer known for her insights on culture, dive into the evolving relationship between nutrition and spirituality. They discuss how modern Christian diet influencers are reshaping dietary norms, sometimes prioritizing faith over science. The conversation touches on the historical intertwining of morality and diet, the pressures of body image influenced by religious contexts, and the potential for positive faith-based approaches to health that honor both tradition and scientific understanding.