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Bite Back with Abbey Sharp

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Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), award-winning author, founder of Abbey’s Kitchen, creator of Hunger Crushing Combo™, Co-Founder of Neue Theory™, and mother of two. Blending science with sass, Abbey has established herself as a credible voice in the nutrition, health, and wellness space. Abbey’s core philosophy is that a pleasurable relationship with food, your body and yourself is the fundamental secret to good health. From delicious healthy recipes, digital video content, real mom truths and cheeky nutrition myth-busting, Abbey Sharp has become the go-to source for entertaining, informative, and inspirational lifestyle content to well over 2 million loyal followers.

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  • September 15 · 27 min

    Seed Oils, Inflammation & a Wellness Culture Lie | Fat Wars Part 1

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re kicking off Fat Wars — Part One with a deep dive into the controversial world of seed oils. We unpack the claims around omega-6 fats, inflammation, oxidation, and toxins, why seed oils have become synonymous with ultra-processed foods, and what the evidence actually says about their impact on our health. We’ll also explore how seed oil fear became wrapped up in wellness culture, morality, and privilege. And make sure to join us next week for Fat Wars — Part Two, where butter, coconut oil, beef tallow, and saturated fats take the stand. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: What Actually Counts as a Seed Oil? Do Omega-6 Seed Oils Cause Inflammation? Does the Omega-6 to Omega-3 Ratio Matter? Why Not All Seed Oils Are Created Equal Do Seed Oils Oxidize Into Toxins? The Real Problem With Deep-Fried Seed Oils Are Seed Oils Guilty by Association? Why Wellness Culture Needs an Ingredient Villain The Elitism Behind the Anti-Seed Oil Movement So, Are Seed Oils Actually Bad for You? 👩🏼‍💻 RESEARCH LINKS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10471130/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22889633/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4334131/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42280457/ DISCLAIMER:The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. — 📚 GRAB MY BOOK: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method ⤵️ Learn how to reach your healthiest weight without dieting using evidence based nutrition strategies. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20 More purchase options: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 🎙 LISTEN TO BITE BACK WITH ABBEY SHARP ⤵️ Real conversations about nutrition, wellness, diet culture, parenting, and the biggest food debates. https://lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Follow Bite Back on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you're enjoying the show, leaving a rating or review really helps support it! ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER https://abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e 🥞 FREE Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 💪 FREE Protein 101 Guide https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations/ 📖 MY FIRST COOKBOOK: The Mindful Glow Cookbook Amazon: https://amzn.to/2nev0lf 👩🏼‍💻 COACHING: 🍽️ Feeding Kids Without Diet Culture Webinar Raise confident eaters without food battles, guilt, or diet culture. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📈 Business Coaching Build and grow your online brand with proven social media and business strategies. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 🤝 Personalized One-on-One Coaching Tailored support for content creation, business growth, podcasting, AI, brand partnerships, and more. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📱 FOLLOW ME @AbbeysKitchen Instagram: www.instagram.com/AbbeysKitchen TikTok: www.tiktok.com/AbbeysKitchen Facebook: www.facebook.com/AbbeysKitchen Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/AbbeysKitchen 🌐 VISIT MY WEBSITE Healthy recipes, nutrition resources, parenting advice, and evidence based articles. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com 💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know what you'd like to see next! With Science & Sass, Xoxo Abbey 🌸 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • September 1 · 23 min

    Is Your “Gut Healthy” Bar Filled with “FAKE FIBER”?! (Fibermaxxing Exposed)

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re diving into the latest wellness trend: fibermaxxing. We unpack the very real benefits of fiber, why variety matters more than simply chasing the highest number, and when a healthy goal can become another rigid diet culture rule. Plus, we’ll cover how to increase your fiber intake without wreaking havoc on your gut. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Why Fiber Is Finally Having Its Moment When Fibermaxxing Goes Too Far Is Fiber Becoming the New Protein? Why All Fiber Isn’t Created Equal Why Fiber Variety Matters for Gut Health When Healthy Eating Becomes Another Form of Control How to Increase Fiber Without the Bloating Why You Should Spread Fiber Throughout the Day Prioritize Fiber Variety Over Chasing a Number Your Fiber Goal Isn’t a Daily Purity Test #fibermaxxing #fiber #guthealth #nutrition #dietculture #healthyeating 👩🏼‍💻 RESEARCH LINKS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40651334/ DISCLAIMER:The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. — 📚 GRAB MY BOOK: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method ⤵️ Learn how to reach your healthiest weight without dieting using evidence based nutrition strategies. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20 More purchase options: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 🎙 LISTEN TO BITE BACK WITH ABBEY SHARP ⤵️ Real conversations about nutrition, wellness, diet culture, parenting, and the biggest food debates. https://lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Follow Bite Back on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you're enjoying the show, leaving a rating or review really helps support it! ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER https://abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e 🥞 FREE Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 💪 FREE Protein 101 Guide https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations/ 📖 MY FIRST COOKBOOK: The Mindful Glow Cookbook Amazon: https://amzn.to/2nev0lf 👩🏼‍💻 COACHING: 🍽️ Feeding Kids Without Diet Culture Webinar Raise confident eaters without food battles, guilt, or diet culture. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📈 Business Coaching Build and grow your online brand with proven social media and business strategies. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 🤝 Personalized One-on-One Coaching Tailored support for content creation, business growth, podcasting, AI, brand partnerships, and more. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📱 FOLLOW ME @abbeysharprd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbeysharprd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbeysharprd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbeysharprd Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/abbeysharprd 🌐 VISIT MY WEBSITE Healthy recipes, nutrition resources, parenting advice, and evidence based articles. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com 💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know what you'd like to see next! With Science & Sass, Xoxo Abbey 🌸 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 25 · 16 min

    The SHOCKING Truth About Soy: Hormones, Cancer, Fertility, Menopause & MORE!

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re breaking down some of the biggest myths about soy and separating hormone fearmongering from the actual science. We unpack what phytoestrogens really do, what the research says about soy and hormones, fertility, cancer risk, menopause, and weight management, plus the controversy around GMOs, processing, and antinutrients. If wellness culture has made you afraid of tofu, edamame, or soy milk, this episode is for you. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Does Soy Mess With Your Hormones? Does Soy Lower Testosterone or Affect Male Fertility? Can Soy Affect Your Period or Fertility? Does Soy Increase Breast Cancer Risk? Is Processed Soy Actually Unhealthy? The Truth About GMO Soy & Pesticides Should You Worry About Soy Anti-Nutrients? Soy for Weight & Blood Sugar Management Soy Benefits for Heart & Bone Health Can Soy Help With Menopause Symptoms? 👩🏼‍💻 RESEARCH LINKS: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1530891X20433038 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0890623820302926 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4693610 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916523184346 https://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/29483840F197DC57A2BD0DCEE2A3543F/S2048679022000155a.pdf/role_of_soy_and_soy_isoflavones_on_womens_fertility_and_related_outcomes_an_update.pdf https://europepmc.org/article/MED/19996398 https://extension.psu.edu/glyphosate-roundup-understanding-risks-to-human-health https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022316622166344? DISCLAIMER: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. — 📚 GRAB MY BOOK: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method ⤵️ Learn how to reach your healthiest weight without dieting using evidence based nutrition strategies. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20 More purchase options: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 🎙 LISTEN TO BITE BACK WITH ABBEY SHARP ⤵️ Real conversations about nutrition, wellness, diet culture, parenting, and the biggest food debates. https://lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Follow Bite Back on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you're enjoying the show, leaving a rating or review really helps support it! ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER https://abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e 🥞 FREE Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 💪 FREE Protein 101 Guide https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations/ 📖 MY FIRST COOKBOOK: The Mindful Glow Cookbook Amazon: https://amzn.to/2nev0lf 👩🏼‍💻 COACHING: 🍽️ Feeding Kids Without Diet Culture Webinar Raise confident eaters without food battles, guilt, or diet culture. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📈 Business Coaching Build and grow your online brand with proven social media and business strategies. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 🤝 Personalized One-on-One Coaching Tailored support for content creation, business growth, podcasting, AI, brand partnerships, and more. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📱 FOLLOW ME @abbeysharprd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbeysharprd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbeysharprd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbeysharprd Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/abbeysharprd 🌐 VISIT MY WEBSITE Healthy recipes, nutrition resources, parenting advice, and evidence based articles. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com 💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know what you'd like to see next! With Science & Sass, Xoxo Abbey 🌸 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 18 · 18 min

    The Psychology of Dieting: Why Willpower Keeps Failing You

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we unpack why knowing how to eat “healthy” doesn’t always translate into actually doing it. We explore the science of behaviour change, why willpower and motivation alone aren’t enough, and the many biological, psychological, social, and environmental factors shaping our food choices. If you’ve struggled to build healthy habits that actually stick, this episode is for you. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Why Willpower Isn’t Enough for Healthy Eating Why Knowing What to Eat Doesn’t Mean You’ll Do It The Behaviour Science Behind Food Choices Why Old Eating Habits Are So Hard to Break How Your Brain Drives Food Cravings Identify What’s Actually Holding You Back Use “If-Then” Plans to Make Healthy Eating Easier Make the Healthy Choice Easier, Not Perfect Build Habits That Become Automatic Why Imperfection Is Key to Lasting Change 👩🏼‍💻 RESEARCH LINKS https://openresearch.surrey.ac.uk/esploro/outputs/journalArticle/How-are-habits-formed-Modelling-habit/99783513802346 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6042864/ DISCLAIMER:The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. — 📚 GRAB MY BOOK: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method ⤵️ Learn how to reach your healthiest weight without dieting using evidence based nutrition strategies. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20 More purchase options: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 🎙 LISTEN TO BITE BACK WITH ABBEY SHARP ⤵️ Real conversations about nutrition, wellness, diet culture, parenting, and the biggest food debates. https://lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Follow Bite Back on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you're enjoying the show, leaving a rating or review really helps support it! ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER https://abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e 🥞 FREE Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 💪 FREE Protein 101 Guide https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations/ 📖 MY FIRST COOKBOOK: The Mindful Glow Cookbook Amazon: https://amzn.to/2nev0lf 👩🏼‍💻 COACHING: 🍽️ Feeding Kids Without Diet Culture Webinar Raise confident eaters without food battles, guilt, or diet culture. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📈 Business Coaching Build and grow your online brand with proven social media and business strategies. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 🤝 Personalized One-on-One Coaching Tailored support for content creation, business growth, podcasting, AI, brand partnerships, and more. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📱 FOLLOW ME @abbeysharprd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbeysharprd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbeysharprd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbeysharprd Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/abbeysharprd 🌐 VISIT MY WEBSITE Healthy recipes, nutrition resources, parenting advice, and evidence based articles. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com 💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know what you'd like to see next! With Science & Sass, Xoxo Abbey 🌸 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 11 · 34 min

    Is It Really Your Thyroid? The Truth About Weight Gain, Fatigue and “Normal” Labs with Dietitian Priscilla Swahn

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we’re cutting through the misinformation surrounding thyroid health and nutrition. Joined by registered dietitian and thyroid health specialist Priscilla Swahn, we unpack how the thyroid actually impacts metabolism and weight, why you may still have symptoms despite “normal” labs, what the science says about popular thyroid diets and supplements, and what actually matters when managing thyroid dysfunction. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: What Does Your Thyroid Actually Do? Hypothyroidism vs. Hyperthyroidism Symptoms Can Your Thyroid Labs Be “Normal” but You Still Feel Off? How Much Does Your Thyroid Affect Weight Loss? Does Thyroid Medication Cause Weight Loss? How Chronic Dieting Can Affect Your Thyroid Thyroid Diet & Supplement Myths, Debunked What Should You Actually Eat for Thyroid Health? The Problem With the “Broken Metabolism” Narrative Your Weight Doesn’t Need a Medical Explanation Check in with today’s amazing guest: Priscilla Swahn www.priscillaswahn.com The Hormone & Thyroid Healing Podcast www.instagram.com/priscillaswahn.rd 👩🏼‍💻 RESEARCH LINKS https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3219766/ https://www.thyroid.org/thyroid-and-weight/ https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/105/4/e1741/5771362 https://europepmc.org/article/MED/24936556 DISCLAIMER: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. — 📚 GRAB MY BOOK: The Hunger Crushing Combo Method ⤵️ Learn how to reach your healthiest weight without dieting using evidence based nutrition strategies. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0306836793?tag=hacboogrosit-20 More purchase options: https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 🎙 LISTEN TO BITE BACK WITH ABBEY SHARP ⤵️ Real conversations about nutrition, wellness, diet culture, parenting, and the biggest food debates. https://lnk.to/Bite-Back?utm_source=hoobe&utm_medium=social ⭐ Enjoying the podcast? Follow Bite Back on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you're enjoying the show, leaving a rating or review really helps support it! ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTER https://abbeyskitchen.myflodesk.com/kd6ijl0y3e 🥞 FREE Hunger Crushing Combo™ E-Book https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo/ 💪 FREE Protein 101 Guide https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/protein-intake-recommendations/ 📖 MY FIRST COOKBOOK: The Mindful Glow Cookbook Amazon: https://amzn.to/2nev0lf 👩🏼‍💻 COACHING: 🍽️ Feeding Kids Without Diet Culture Webinar Raise confident eaters without food battles, guilt, or diet culture. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📈 Business Coaching Build and grow your online brand with proven social media and business strategies. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 🤝 Personalized One-on-One Coaching Tailored support for content creation, business growth, podcasting, AI, brand partnerships, and more. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ 📱 FOLLOW ME @abbeysharprd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbeysharprd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abbeysharprd Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbeysharprd Pinterest: https://ca.pinterest.com/abbeysharprd 🌐 VISIT MY WEBSITE Healthy recipes, nutrition resources, parenting advice, and evidence based articles. https://www.abbeyskitchen.com 💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave me a comment below with your thoughts and let me know what you'd like to see next! With Science & Sass, Xoxo Abbey 🌸 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • August 4 · 35 min

    The Wellness Industry’s Newest Lie Could Give You Cancer with Dr. Mary Alice Mina

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we separate sunscreen fact from fiction and unpack the growing resurgence of tanning culture. Joined by board-certified dermatologist and The Skin Real host Dr. Mary Alice Mina, we explore the truth about sunscreen safety, SPF myths, tanning trends, melanoma risk, and the science of protecting your skin. If you've ever questioned sunscreen, chased a tan, or wondered how to reduce your skin cancer risk, this episode is for you. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Are Chemical Sunscreens Actually Safe? Can Food Really Replace Sunscreen? The Dangerous Return of Tanmaxxing Is There Such a Thing as a Safe Tan? Why Gen Z Is Tanning Again Wrinkles vs. Skin Cancer: What Motivates Prevention? The Best Sunscreens & Self-Tanners The ABCDEs of Melanoma How to Spot Skin Cancer Early The Biggest Myths About Sun Protection Check in with today’s amazing guest: Dr. Mary Alice Mina www.theskinreal.com instagram.com/drminaskin theskinreal.podbean.com tiktok.com/drminaskin facebook.com/drminaskin Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 28 · 22 min

    The Algorithms Are Radicalizing Our Kids to Hate their Bodies & Fear Food - The Diet Culture Pipeline Parents NEED to Know About

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore how diet culture has evolved in the age of social media, algorithms, and AI. We unpack how online platforms are amplifying harmful body ideals, why children and teens are especially vulnerable to algorithm-driven content, and what parents can do to help build digital resilience. If you're concerned about the growing impact of social media on young people's relationships with food, body image, and mental health, this episode is for you. Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: How Social Media Supercharged Diet Culture SkinnyTok, Looksmaxxing & Online Extremism How Algorithms Groom Kids Into Harmful Content Why AI Is Making Body Image Worse Why Kids Are So Vulnerable Online The Loneliness Pipeline to Eating Disorders How AI Is Replacing Real Relationships Should Parents Delay Smartphones & Social Media? How to Build Kids' Digital Resilience What Every Parent Can Do Today References: https://cetas.turing.ac.uk/publications/looksmaxxing-mass-shootings-radicalisation-and-online-misogyny https://www.wsj.com/tech/how-tiktok-inundates-teens-with-eating-disorder-videos-11639754848 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3621648/#sec1 https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/2/279 https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.11316 https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-64053-7_6 https://academic.oup.com/jcmc/article/29/5/zmae017/7750016 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4792511/ Resources: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ah26ZP1ERrO51tJIhF3Uw?si=ebce9cb296824f32&nd=1&dlsi=ea2ec1274eea4279 https://www.abbeyskitchen.com/coaching/ Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • July 21 · 47 min

    Ozempic Pills, Triple Agonists, 50% Weight Loss & Groundbreaking Peptides with Dr Spencer Nadolsky

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we take a nuanced look at the future of GLP-1 medications. Joined by obesity medicine specialist Dr. Spencer Nadolsky, we explore the benefits, risks, and misconceptions surrounding these medications, what the next generation of weight-loss drugs may look like, and how GLP-1s are changing the conversation around obesity, health, and intuitive eating.

  • July 14 · 17 min

    Ozempic has Destabilized the Moral Value of Thinness - What Replaces it is Dystopian AF

    Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Will GLP-1s Kill Diet Culture? Why SkinnyTok Took Over Social Media The Rise of Biohacking & Hyper-Optimization Is Muscle the New Thin? The New Status Symbol in Wellness Culture Why Self-Denial Signals Success The Privilege Behind Modern Wellness Trends Are We Optimizing Away Our Humanity? What Replaces Thinness as Status? The Future of Diet Culture After Ozempic References: https://jewlscholar.mtsu.edu/items/1f46c40c-a9f4-423a-8e06-7c7d12cbd277 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6762156/ Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • #83
    June 30 · 34 min

    The Cult of “Good Womanhood” - Tradwives, Soft Life & Maternal Martyrdom with Amber Horsburgh

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore how modern wellness culture has rebranded old expectations of womanhood. Joined by writer and cultural commentator Amber Horsburgh, we unpack trends like trad wives, the soft life, anti-aging, bounce-back culture, and “that girl” aesthetics to ask a bigger question: have women really been liberated, or have the rules simply changed? It's a thoughtful conversation about identity, self-worth, and the hidden pressures shaping women's live

  • #82
    June 23 · 27 min

    The Nervous System Work Your IBS & Digestion NEEDS That NO ONE is Talking About with Kimberly Snyder

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore the powerful connection between our emotions, nervous system, and physical health. Joined by nutritionist, author, and Feel Good Podcast host Kimberly Snyder, we dive into the science of the heart–brain connection, how stress and emotional states shape our physical sensations, and what practices like meditation and breathwork can teach us about self-regulation, intuitive eating, and overall well-being.

  • #81
    June 9 · 18 min

    The DEVASTATING Disconnect Between Sk*nnyTok, Rapid Weight Loss & Ozempic Misuse and LONGEVITY

    In today’s solo episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore a consequence of the modern weight-loss era that isn’t getting nearly enough attention: bone health. In a culture increasingly obsessed with thinness, rapid weight loss, and appetite suppression, many people are unknowingly putting their long-term skeletal health at risk. We’ll unpack how extreme dieting, GLP-1 misuse, and chronic under-fueling can impact bone density, why osteoporosis is no longer just an “older adult” concern, a

  • #80
    June 2 · 46 min

    The Generation Who Forgot How to Think - How Social Media & AI is RUINING Kids’ Competence & Childhood with Dr Kaitlyn Regehr

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore the growing impact of smartphones, social media, and digital culture on our mental health, attention, and relationships. Joined by Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr, researcher, professor, and author of Smartphone Nation, we unpack how platforms and algorithms are designed to keep us hooked, what that means for children and teens, and how we can build healthier relationships with technology in an increasingly digital world.

  • #79
    May 26 · 32 min

    The CBT Mindset HACK to Support Sustainable Weight Loss (& Why “More Discipline” Isn’t the Answer) with Brian Baumal

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we unpack the diet culture beliefs that may actually be sabotaging long-term weight loss success. Joined by Toronto-based psychotherapist Brian Baumal, we explore how urgency, perfectionism, and all-or-nothing thinking keep people stuck in the diet cycle. We also discuss how to approach setbacks more constructively, use the scale without spiraling, and build habits that are grounded in flexibility rather than punishment.

  • #78
    May 19 · 24 min

    Why Bad Diets Feel So Good (the REWARD & Dopamine High of Diet Culture)

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we explore why restrictive diets can feel so effective at first—even when they rarely lead to lasting results. From carnivore and cleanses to fasting and other influencer-endorsed trends, many diets promise to eliminate everything from bloating to brain fog. But if these approaches are truly the answer, why do they feel so difficult to sustain? In this episode, I break down the psychological reward cycle that makes dieting so seductive, and why a

  • #77
    May 12 · 21 min

    “Mom, I’m so fat!” How to Teach Kids Nutrition without Messing Them Up!

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we tackle one of the most important questions for parents who grew up in diet culture: how do we raise kids with a healthier relationship with food and their bodies than we had? As a millennial mom who lived through the damaging messages of early 2000s diet culture, I know how challenging it can feel to navigate body talk, nutrition, and weight concerns in today’s Ozempic- and SkinnyTok-fueled world. In this episode, we explore how to talk to kid

  • #76
    May 5 · 36 min

    Fuelling for Running & Endurance Sports: Everything Diet Culture Got Wrong with Kylee Van Horn and Zoe Rom

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by dietitian Kylee Van Horn and writer Zoë Rom, hosts of Your Diet Sucks, to unpack the myths and diet culture narratives that show up in running and endurance sports. Whether you’re training for a race or just adding more movement to your routine, we explore how to fuel properly, avoid common pitfalls, and approach endurance training with a more balanced, evidence-based mindset.

  • #75
    April 28 · 44 min

    Are Hormone Balance Diets BS!? Dr. Natalie Crawford Breaks Down the Key to Women’s Fertility & Hormone Health

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, we cut through the noise around “hormone health” — one of the most overused and misunderstood topics in wellness. Joined by double board-certified OBGYN Dr. Natalie Crawford, we unpack what actually impacts women’s hormones and fertility, what’s rooted in science versus misinformation, and how to navigate common claims around food, stress, and “hormone balancing” with a more evidence-based lens.

  • #74
    April 21 · 21 min

    Fact Checking Jillian Michaels Takedown of Body Positivity (PLUS her DEFAMATORY Statements Against ME!)

    In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I break down the viral Jubilee Surrounded debate featuring Jillian Michaels and body positivity activists. After unexpectedly being pulled into the controversy myself, I unpack the key arguments from both sides—the valid points, the misinformation, and the broader conversation around weight stigma, health, and the body positivity movement—along with addressing the false claims made about me directly.

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