Find Your Food Voice

This discussion dives into how to break free from the 'Almond Mom' mindset that can impact body image and diet culture. It offers six practical strategies to prevent passing on food fears to children. The importance of not labeling foods as good or bad is highlighted, encouraging respectful eating habits. There's a focus on avoiding body comments and promoting body diversity. Listeners are reminded to reflect on their own experiences while fostering healthier relationships with food for the next generation.

Julie, a professional dedicated to mending relationships with food, dives into the intricacies of how an 'Almond Mom' can shape one's eating habits. She shares eight practical strategies for healing, emphasizing the use of guardrails to guide food choices and the importance of replacing restrictive thoughts with positivity. Julie encourages listeners to rediscover the joy of eating—such as playing with food and indulging in 'donut land.' She advocates for prioritizing overall healing rather than fixating on specific food choices, nurturing a balanced approach to nourishment.

In this engaging discussion, the concept of 'food noise' emerges as a significant trigger for those returning to dieting. The term 'almond mom' is defined, highlighting the problematic influence of caregivers who prioritize diet culture. Listeners learn about the dangers of distrust in hunger cues and the reinforcement of unhealthy body standards. With empathy and humor, the conversation emphasizes the need for self-compassion and the journey toward healing our complicated relationships with food.

Discover how to tackle food noise with simple, non-diet strategies. The conversation centers on the importance of intuitive eating and granting yourself permission to enjoy food. Learn about practical 'guardrails' to help build a healthier relationship with what you eat. Emphasizing mindful eating and addressing personal nutritional needs, this discussion offers valuable insights for anyone looking to mend their complicated relationship with food.

Delve into the debate on GLP-1s as a solution for food noise. Learn about the risks and potential benefits of these medications. Explore the history of similar drugs and the impact on food behavior. Join the discussion on complicated relationships with food and the importance of thorough research before trying new treatments.

Exploring 'food noise' - constant thoughts and compulsion to eat, researched for 100 years. Not just personal responsibility, influenced by environment. Diet industry impact, deeper unmet needs message. Paul's journey to intuitive eating, reframing concept for understanding.

Listen in for the four and final part of a minisode series discussing the recent Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice. In this fourth installment, Julie shares why it's problematic that the article focuses solely on individual's food choices and neglects examining systems of oppression and social determinants of health that impact weight and health. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss out episodes!Please follow us on TikTok and LinkedIn @FoodVoiceRD to keep up-to-date with our socials.Do you have a complicated relationship with food? I want to help! Send your Dear Food letter to info@juliedillonrd.com. Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' adviceFYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace If you're curious about what it looks like to stop pursuing weight loss, click here for some fabulous freebies that will help guide you in your journey!Click here to leave me a review on iTunes and subscribe. This type of kindness helps the show continue!Find FREE food voice resources here.Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen in for part three of a minisode series discussing the recent Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice. In this third installment, Julie shares why the article's argument that Big Food's recent marketing tactics around diet culture are more complicated than you might think. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss out on part four!Please follow us on TikTok and LinkedIn @FoodVoiceRD to keep up-to-date with our socials.Do you have a complicated relationship with food? I want to help! Send your Dear Food letter to info@juliedillonrd.com. Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' adviceFYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace If you're curious about what it looks like to stop pursuing weight loss, click here for some fabulous freebies that will help guide you in your journey!Click here to leave me a review on iTunes and subscribe. This type of kindness helps the show continue!Find FREE food voice resources here.Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen in for part two of a minisode series discussing the recent Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice. In this second installment, Julie shares why the article's argument that weight gain is proof that anti-diet movement doesn't work. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss out on part three!Please follow us on TikTok and LinkedIn @FoodVoiceRD to keep up-to-date with our socials.Do you have a complicated relationship with food? I want to help! Send your Dear Food letter to info@juliedillonrd.com. Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' adviceFYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?Part 1Part 2Part 3Part 4Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace If you're curious about what it looks like to stop pursuing weight loss, click here for some fabulous freebies that will help guide you in your journey!Click here to leave me a review on iTunes and subscribe. This type of kindness helps the show continue!Find FREE food voice resources here.Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen in for part one of a minisode series discussing the recent Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice. In this first part, Julie shares her initial reactions to the article. Make sure you subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss out on part two!Please follow us on TikTok and LinkedIn @FoodVoiceRD to keep up-to-date with our socials.Do you have a complicated relationship with food? I want to help! Send your Dear Food letter to info@juliedillonrd.com. Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' adviceFYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?Part 2Part 3Part 4Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace If you're curious about what it looks like to stop pursuing weight loss, click here for some fabulous freebies that will help guide you in your journey!Click here to leave me a review on iTunes and subscribe. This type of kindness helps the show continue!Find FREE food voice resources here.Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy