No Wellness Wankery

Lyndi Cohen

Struggling to lose the last few kilos? Sick of hating your body or trying diets that don’t work? Wondering how to stop thinking about food all the time? The wellness world is full of dodgy ‘health’ advice.

Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen (aka The Nude Nutritionist) helps you eliminate those pesky diet rules so you can be healthy, without the wellness wankery. In this podcast, Lyndi talks all things nutrition, shares actionable strategies for ditching your weight loss diet, and will inspire you to finally make peace with your body.

From intuitive eating principles, self-care strategies, and doing our part in changing our society's definition of health, to what to do when you're constantly worried about gaining weight - we cover it all.

Come join us and thousands of others on their journey to food freedom, be healthy and feel amazing! Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Email hello@lyndicohen.com.

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127 episodes
Updated Aug 4, 2024

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Nov 6, 2023 · 33 min
86: I quit dieting, but I’m gaining weight. (Part 1)
Have you ever wrestled with the idea of intuitive eating, only to find yourself buried under weight gain concerns and that pesky voice in your head leading you back to dieting? Sometimes in the non-diet world, speaking about weight loss can be taboo. Especially if people are on different stages of their own journey in rebuilding their relationships with food and their bodies. But I can't help but often think this is where we lose people back to diet land. This all kicked off again after I received an email from a lovely listener called Penelope - who says the age old statement 'I have tried and failed at intuitive eating, and each time returned to restrictive eating'. Have you quit dieting but are gaining weight? What should you do next? Let's talk about the importance of checking in with our hunger and ways to create a healthier home environment without feeling deprived. Want some budget friendly recipes to get started? Download for FREE I know this is a huge topic - and we will chat more about it next week. But if you want more right now... check out this 3 part series: 60: So you want to lose weight? Let's chat. (Part 1) 62: So you want to lose weight? Let's chat. (Part 2) 63: So you want to lose weight? Let's chat. (Part 3) Ps. Unsure if you're accidentally dieting? Find out with my free checklist. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Oct 30, 2023 · 13 min
85: Why French Women don't get fat: let's discuss
Ever wondered why French women don't get fat, despite their love of good food? Well you aren't alone. There was even a whole book about it. First published in 2004, "French Women Don't Get Fat" by Mireille Guiliano has been translated into 40 languages and sold over 3 million copies worldwide. This book is all about the French's unique approach to eating, which combines a love for satiating full-fat meals, an appreciation for their culinary heritage, a love of cooking and an untainted enjoyment of what they eat. Sound familiar? Focusing on satisfying foods? Cooking at home? Enjoying your food minus the guilt? Is it possible to enjoy food without guilt and still maintain a healthy lifestyle? This episode is more than just an exploration of French eating habits. It's another notch in our belt against diet culture, aiming for a healthier and more joyful relationship with food. So, are you ready to redefine your eating habits and fall in love with food all over again? Once you've listened, you'll be inspired to start cooking at home more... so here are some FREE budget friendly recipes for you. EDIT: No doubt 'Why French Women Don't Get Fat' is 100% a diet book. While eating satisfying foods is something I am a HUGE fan of, there certainly is a lot I don’t agree with in the book. I definitely don’t subscribe or endorse this book or pathetic diet leek soup (which tastes like watery onion nonething-ness). Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Oct 23, 2023 · 33 min
84: My anxiety breakthroughs! How I manage and thrive with anxiety 13 years after diagnosis
I was told by my doctor that I had clinical anxiety back in 2010 and the diagnosis came as a complete shock. But now, I can see that the writing was on the wall. For months, I had stopped wanting to socialise. When someone would text me asking to hang, I’d see it as a burden. Everything felt like a chore, I didn’t want to do anything. But I'm happy to say, things have changed A LOT since 2010. The anxiety I was experiencing went from out of control, to manageable, to mild and now finally has disappeared. I knew something was finally different when instead of staring at the back of my eyelids, my brain racing like a treadmill on top speed, I fell asleep. No dread. No angst. No catastrophising. No over analysing. It was the first time in decades. And it wasn’t a one off either, but a succession of nights. The only other time my anxiety had disappeared was during my previous pregnancy, and here, pregnant with my second it was happening again. Was it hormones? A coincidence? Was alcohol causing my anxiety? Let's unpack my anxiety breakthroughs along my journey from diagnosis to thriving. Ps. Wondering what kind of drinker you are? Take my FREE QUIZ. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Oct 16, 2023 · 24 min
83: Are you eating TOO MUCH or NOT ENOUGH? You might be surprised by the results.
You often hear dieters say "I really don't eat that much. I have no idea why I can't lose weight". As a past dieter, I know how much I was very religiously sticking to my very few calories that I was allowing myself to have, eating very lightly and not getting anywhere. I would see these diets and meal plans and think 'how do people eat this much?!' But the truth is diet culture BS has made it SO hard to even know how much you should be eating. Are you eating too much or not enough? You know it – and I know it – you can’t live your fullest life on an empty stomach. You’re meant for great things but you can’t reach your potential or live your best life when all you think about is food. Constantly worrying about how much you ate or whether you’re eating the ‘right’ things distracts you from all the important shit you were put on this earth to do! And we can’t have that, because the world needs what you’ve got to share. Lucky for us, our body has delightful inbuilt systems that can give us all the answers. We just need to learn how to listen. Want help with binge or emotional eating? I think you'll get a lot of value from my FREE 5-day course, in which I teach you strategies that helped me to skip the cravings and feel in control around food. The course will be delivered via email straight into your inbox. Unsure if you are accidentally dieting? Get my checklist to find out if you're on a diet in disguise Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Oct 9, 2023 · 31 min
82: Trying to lose weight for your wedding? Listen to this.
Planning a wedding can be a roller coaster of emotions, and not just because of the budgeting, guest lists, and venue hunting. Body image concerns and diet culture often sneak into the process too. I remember the morning of my wedding so clearly. It was pouring with rain. I'd just finished getting ready for my wedding. I'd put on the veil. This is the moment I looked in the mirror for the first time. But when I saw my reflection, I felt so deeply disappointed. Despite months of meticulous planning, exercising, and curating, I didn't see the image of perfection I had imagined. But what did I do next? And what can you do to enter your marriage - or whatever your next life phase is - knowing you have so much more to give this world (and your partner) than your appearance? Grab your headphones, get comfortable, and let's get into it. Your journey to a confident, self-loving wedding planning starts now. Ps. the perfect dress is the one that makes you feel beautiful and comfortable just the way you are. Right now. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Oct 2, 2023 · 30 min
81: Are you over exercising or under eating? You can have too much of a good thing
They say you can never have too much of a good thing. And yes, there are a few things I believe this statement applies to: holidays, puppies and beach swims. But two things that can definitely be taken to the extreme are healthy eating and exercising. Don’t get me wrong – You only get one body, and it’s important to take care of it. But it is absolutely possible to go overboard with eating healthy and exercising, and you can end up doing far more harm than good. Sarah Liz King is an accredited exercise physiologist who has dedicated her career to promoting safe and effective exercise practices for individuals with disordered eating, eating disorders, exercise addiction, and hypothalamic amenorrhea. Ever wondered if stress can affect your period? If you haven’t heard of hypothalamic amenorrhea before, it is a condition where your period stops due to things like excessive stress, intense exercise, low body weight, or certain eating habits. She works to help women un-learn toxic diet culture and provide a science-backed, holistic approach to mental and physical wellness that will last a lifetime. She is basically my type of woman. Let's do this. Ps. If you loved Sarah as much as I did, check her out on IG. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Sep 25, 2023 · 34 min
80: "My body hasn't changed. I just used to hate it and now love it" Maz's Real Story
Despite leading a glamorous life and having a successful career travelling the world interviewing rockstars, Maz Compton felt utterly disconnected and dissatisfied. Her solution? Ditch the booze and switch up her lifestyle. Maz went from not being able to get through a few days without a drink to 8 years without a sip of booze. It all started when she took a break from booze and to discover what a hangover free few weeks felt like. It turns out, that was the best choice. It's not all about alcohol, though. Maz also opens up about her struggle with body image and self-esteem and how the pressures of being a household name took their toll. How did she break free? Well... Let's find out. Ps. Have you listened to this episode and are ready to learn to unwind and socialise without booze? Welcome to Booze Break. Jump over to the Booze Break website and you can listen to the first episode for FREE. Still not sure if this is for you? Take my free quiz to see what type of drinker you are. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Sep 18, 2023 · 28 min
79: Is your head filled with diet rules about alcohol? The truth from a dietitian
Chances are if you’ve been on a diet before – you’ve probably received some pretty dodgy advice when it comes to booze. “Eating is cheating” “Soft drink isn’t worth the calories”. “Juice has too much sugar, I might as well have wine”. I hope you can eye-roll with me at the above statements. But if not let’s scrap that and shake up how we think about alcohol. Let's flip the script on how diet culture influences our drinking habits. We'll debunk myths about sugar, explore global drinking norms, and break free from the usual rules. Ever wondered how booze affects your mental mojo? We'll dig into the science behind alcohol's impact on your brain, impulse control, and sleep. Ready to redefine your relationship with alcohol? I've got some cool tips to help you cut back while boosting your self-esteem and food-fun balance. Ps. Have you listened to this episode and are ready to learn to unwind and socialise without booze? Welcome to Booze Break. Jump over to the Booze Break website and you can listen to the first episode for FREE. Still not sure if this is for you? Take my free quiz to see what type of drinker you are. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Sep 16, 2023 · 18 min
78: Welcome to Booze Break (and a healthier relationship with alcohol)!
Ready for a healthier relationship with alcohol? BUY BOOZE BREAK HERE! Ready to break the habit in 30 days and learn to unwind and socialise without booze? Welcome to Booze Break. An audio guide to break your booze habit. And I'm giving the first episode FREE to our No Wellness Wankery community. Because let's face it - most of the advice we have ever been given to drink less has been rooted in diet culture. Is this you? You drink because…. well, everyone does! And ‘cause you’re not quite sure how you’d socialise without it. Pouring a glass wine after a busy (or fun) day has become a habit. A glass turns into a bottle more often than you’d like! You’d like to drink less for your health but you’d hate to become boring - or bored. Whether it’s forever or for just right now. This is a booze break - not a life sentence. Still not sure if this is for you? Take my free quiz to see what type of drinker you are. Once you've listened to the first episode, you'll be ready to swap a handful of feel-good tipsy moments for a booze-free high that doesn’t wear off. Then you can head to the Booze Break website for how to download the rest of the episodes. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Sep 11, 2023 · 13 min
77: I stepped on the scales and hated what I saw...
Diet culture tells you that scales are a must. But there's actually no requirement for you to step on the scale. Not at all. In reality, the act of weighing yourself might be stopping you from finding your healthiest weight. Have you ever experienced how encountering an undesired number on the scale can send you spiraling, sapping your motivation? Jenna was 8 years old when she was sent to her first dietitian to be put on a 'healthy eating' meal plan, aka a diet. She spent the next 20 years dieting and is now thankfully coming out the other side. Phew! But are you ready for a reality check when recovering from dieting? Sometimes you do things that you know will help you, and sometimes there are things that you know will make you feel crap... and you do them anyway. Last week, Jenna stepped on the scale—knowing she might not like what she saw. But she did it anyway. Surprisingly, even though she hated the number and definitely shed some tears, something good came out of it. We are so excited for you to listen to this story. A lightbulb moment in a life without dieting. Let's redefine our relationship with diet culture, discover balance and joy in the process. So, if you're ready to break up with diets, join us on this journey because change can really be as simple as a morning stroll, an extra glass of water, or a good night's sleep. Need a little extra support to ditch the scales? In my FREE 30-day challenge I’ll teach you how to say goodbye to crappy old-school diet advice and create a healthier relationship with food. Click here to sign up for F*CK DIETS Challenge. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Sep 4, 2023 · 38 min
76: Forgotten meals, binge eating, struggling to exercise & boredom eating - Is ADHD impacting your weight?
Recently, a lovely client called Elizabeth reached out to me inside my Keep it Real program - a program to help people recover from binge eating disorder and stop emotional eating. She mentioned that she was struggling with binge eating and ADHD. She says she constantly forget that she is trying to ditch dieting, gets bored with exercise and struggles with impulse control. Did you know people with ADHD are more likely to struggle with binge eating disorder? But have you ever wondered why? Forgotten meals, binge eating, struggling to exercise, and boredom eating – if these things sound familiar to you. Listen up! I am so pumped to have Becca King join me for this episode. Becca aka @adhd.nutritionist is an ADHDer helping fellow adult ADHDers. Becca is a nutritionist and dietitian who will help break down the complexities of ADHD and its link with binge eating disorder. Basically, she's pretty great. So, what are we chatting about? the role of various foods and nutrition and eating patterns in managing ADHD. experiments to determine how different foods affect us and satisfy our cravings. the need for a balance between routine and novelty. balancing intuitive eating with meal planning, especially for those times when ADHD medication may make your hunger cues difficult to hear. various ways to honour all forms of hunger. Want help with binge or emotional eating? I think you'll get a lot of value from my FREE 5-day course, in which I teach you strategies that helped me to skip the cravings and feel in control around food. The course will be delivered via email straight into your inbox. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 28, 2023 · 35 min
75: Jess' Real Story "I want to forgive my thighs for not meeting my mum's expectations"
Does your mum make you feel bad about your body? Does she comment on your weight or tell you how much to eat? Your mum may never stop dieting. Or commenting on your weight. This is a sad – but important thing to realise – your mother may never change. Luckily, you can change how you respond to her comments – and see them for what they are, disordered eating and really crumby body image compounded over many years. Unfortunately, this is a concept familiar to so many people – including today’s guest, Jess Robinson. Jess is an award-winning British actor and celebrated voice artist. Yet behind the spotlight, she is battling with body image and diet culture. I was so excited to chat with Jess because she doesn’t shy away from vulnerability. We rewind to her upbringing, where her mother's diet pursuits and comments lead to so many years pursuing an unattainable body. I loved this chat, we chatted about shedding harmful narratives, embracing intuitive eating, and establishing strong boundaries to protect ourselves from other people’s comments. But the best part of Jess’ Real Story – is how incredibly far she has already come. And I know her life will continue to be filled with those light-bulb moments. Realising how GOOD life can actually be, without dieting. Ps. If you adored Jess as much as I did - check her out on Instagram. Want help with binge or emotional eating? I think you'll get a lot of value from my FREE 5-day course, in which I teach you strategies that helped me to skip the cravings and feel in control around food. The course will be delivered via email straight into your inbox. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 21, 2023 · 28 min
74: Is alcohol fuelling emotional eating? The link between booze, binge eating + weight
Have you ever wondered how your relationship with alcohol might be influencing your eating habits or overall health? Have you ever wondered if alcohol is fuelling your emotional eating? Maybe you've already noticed the connection? It's time to unravel the link between booze, binge eating and your weight. The impact of alcohol is profound. And there are SO many surprising ways alcohol can lead to anxiety, stress, emotional eating and restriction - a cycle that's all too easy to fall into. Has diet culture narrowed your focus purely on the calorie content of alcohol? Well, the bad news is the true impact reaches beyond just calories - it affects our sleep, hunger hormones, and gut health too. But it's not all gloom and doom. Thank goodness! There is life with booze, a life without booze and even a life with less booze. As with all wellness (without the wankery), it's all about making informed choices for yourself and your body without feeling restricted. You just need all the information. So, it's time to press play! Ps. If you listened to this episode and are ready to drink less and ditch the boozy blues, I can help you kick start your sober curious journey. Jump on our waitlist for resources that'll help you create a healthier relationship with alcohol! Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 14, 2023 · 23 min
73: Should I cut dairy or gluten for my skin? Dr Thivi busts skin myths (Part 2)
If you’ve clicked on this episode, chances are you’re interested in skin health. So, before you press play, make sure you listen to part 1 of this conversation, and then come back. Welcome back, we are SO excited for more Dr Thivi deliciousness. Did you know that 90% of dermatologists and dermatology nurses are asked questions about food and skin health, but only 10% feel confident answering them? Dr Thivi discovered this in her clinical work as a dermatologist, so she decided it was time to go back to school. And for skin lovers, this is truly a match made in heaven. Dr Thivi Maruthappu is the UK’s first and only dual-qualified dermatologist and nutritionist who has developed the SkinFood approach for skin health. She has developed a holistic approach for taking care of our skin, minus any wellness wankery! In this episode, Lyndi and Dr Thivi clarify the confusion around common diet trends and their impact on skin health. The reality of disordered eating in wellness culture has seen restrictive eating patterns spike as people attempt to take charge of skin conditions like eczema, acne, psoriasis, and rosacea. But what is the science telling us and how should we be eating? From the infamous keto rash, the drawbacks of juice cleanses, how to supplement a vegan diet, maintaining hair health, menopause and even the potential issues of going gluten-free. The world of skin care is filled with diet myths. Ps. If you've listened to the episode and want more information about the Rene Furterer hair tonic, we've got you. Check out Dr Thivi's book "Skin Food: Your 4-step solution to healthy, happy skin" 💃 Unhappy with your body and weight? Even if you’ve been hating your body for years, a few simple strategies can help you feel healthier and happier in your skin. Download Lyndi's free Body Confidence e-book Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Aug 7, 2023 · 23 min
72: Thinking about Botox? Dr Thivi says nutrition should be the first step (Part 1)
Right now, our skin is like a superhero doing some incredible stuff. It's a temperature controller and a pollution shield, plus it's our touchy-feely sidekick, letting us feel things like soft blankets and high-fives. But wait, there’s more... If we hurt ourselves, our skin goes into action mode. It's like a magical repair shop, fixing cuts and scrapes and making itself all shiny and new again. But like so many things, the way we think about our skin has been impacted by wellness wankery. Even though our skin can do all these amazing things, people often only care about how it looks. Dr Thivi Maruthappu is the UK’s first and only dual-qualified dermatologist and nutritionist who has developed the SkinFood approach for skin health. She has developed a holistic approach for taking care of our skin, minus any wellness wankery. Perfect for us! Face lotions and serums have a role to play in our skin health, but what you put in your mouth really does show on the outside. Enter Dr Thivi’s brilliant phrase… Berries before botox. Dr Thivi and Lyndi chat about how our skin is a telltale of our physical and emotional health, communicating signs of stress, anxiety, and even nutrient deficiencies. Plus, the mind-skin connection, the importance of hydration and what supplements are worth our time (and more importantly our money). Oh and of course. Get ready for a whole lot of evidence-based information around collagen and bone broth. Lyndi is a long-time skin care enthusiast and had so many questions for Dr Thivi, so make sure you click the subscribe button so you don’t miss part two of this chat. Check out Dr Thivi's book "Skin Food: Your 4-step solution to healthy, happy skin" 💃 Unhappy with your body and weight? Even if you’ve been hating your body for years, a few simple strategies can help you feel healthier and happier in your skin. Download Lyndi's free Body Confidence e-book Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 31, 2023 · 27 min
71: The power of your period: How your cycle impacts cravings, weight, body image and so much more
At first, Lyndi said it felt weird to track her period everyday. But because of what she has learnt and how it has transformed her health, she would do it all over again. You’re not imagining it, my friend. Some days it’s easier to be confident or fall asleep or manage your cravings. Some days are better than others for going shopping for clothes or taking a photo you like. Some days are perfect for making plans while other days work out best when you make no plans at all. She never felt this connected to her body. Deciding to track her period, allowed Lyndi to start working with her period, not against it. And with this comes a truck load of new self-compassion and kindness. It's so much easier to forgive yourself for not being perfect…for being moody, or for disliking your body or for wanting to eat the entire kitchen! So if you're thinking, what would you learn about yourself if you tracked your cycle, too? Let's see what Lyndi found out and how you can get started. 💃 Unhappy with your body and weight? Even if you’ve been hating your body for years, a few simple strategies can help you feel healthier and happier in your skin. Download Lyndi's free Body Confidence e-book 💜 Want help with binge or emotional eating? I think you'll get a lot of value from this free 5-day course, in which you'll learn strategies to help skip the cravings and feel in control around food. The course will be delivered via email straight into your inbox. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 24, 2023 · 43 min
70: Sophia's Real Story "I'm scared to buy bread because I will binge eat"
Eating disorders can affect everyone, and in today's Real Story, we meet Sophia, who knows this all too well. Sophia's journey towards recovery has been truly remarkable, starting from her use of food as a means of control during infancy, to being admitted to the hospital for not eating, and to collecting memories of passing comments about her food intake from family members. Despite suffering deeply from an eating disorder, she even faced rejection from an eating disorder clinic due to being at a healthy weight. Navigating the rough road to recovery isn't easy, and Sophia has come such a long way from the depths of her eating disorder. However, her life can still be influenced by food rules, and she often faces the temptation to diet. Do you know what's healthier than kale? A good relationship with food and your body. This chat highlights the significant role of supportive relationships and the power of positive affirmations in breaking free from disordered eating. Weight loss isn't the ultimate goal; it's about creating a healthier relationship with food. Lyndi debunks calorie myths and discusses the significance of adopting healthier habits over time rather than obsessing over immediate results. 💜 Want help with binge or emotional eating? I think you'll get a lot of value from my free 5-day course, in which I teach you strategies that helped me to skip the cravings and feel in control around food. The course will be delivered via email straight into your inbox. ❔ Are you a binge or emotional eater? If you feel out of control around food, or can’t stop eating once you start, take my free quiz. I promise to hand over helpful guidance to help you create a normal relationship with food. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Try my Back to Basics app FREE for 7 days. It's got everthing you need to be healthy without dieting at your fingertips. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 17, 2023 · 27 min
69: Do you feel OBSESSED with food? 5 tips to help you stop constantly thinking about food
Ever felt like your relentless thoughts about food are working against you rather than for you? Consider this your golden opportunity to shift that narrative. Thinking about food when one is hungry or making cooking plans is completely normal. But thinking about food constantly? That may be a sign that something is up. Understanding the reason behind your persistent thoughts about food is key to overcoming them. Keep in mind that foods differ in nutritional value, not moral value. Unfortunately, diet culture has led us to mistakenly attach moral judgments to certain foods. And gee, does Lyndi understand that. At the age of 11, she was made to be scared of pasta, eating carrot noodles long before zoodles were even a thing. Lyndi started a food tracker, writing down everything she ate and obsessing over every mouthful. For over a decade, as long as she followed her regimen, she was fine. However, if she felt compelled to break her dieting rules, enter anxiety. In today's episode, Lyndi shares her tips to shift your focus and stop obsessing over food. Resources this episode: Are you an emotional or binge eater? Take the quiz Intuitive Eating 101 & the hunger scale Free 5 day course for binge eating If you are ready to share your real story on the podcast, please email hello@lyndicohen.com - we would love to hear from you. And remember, your words have power. If you have read Lyndi's book Your Weight is not the Problem, leaving reviews for can inspire others to join us and kick diet culture to the curb. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 10, 2023 · 48 min
68: Demi's Real Story “I feel guilty if my child isn’t eating perfectly”
In this week’s Real Story, we meet Demi. And we are SO glad to have met her. Demi is currently raising her 15 month old son, all while recovering from an eating disorder that has controlled her life for over 15 years. Big stuff. After years of battling bulimia, anorexia, and orthorexia, she decided to seek help to ensure a healthier narrative for little boy. But as many women can relate too, body image issues often intensify during pregnancy and unwanted comments can bring a constant reminder back to appearance and weight. Challenging diet rules and trusting our bodies is another crucial part of the journey. And now it is time for Demi to make meals and food choices for her son. Lyndi helps with ways to break down food rules without overwhelming the system too much. Spoiler: One rule at a time. Social media may paint a different picture, but feeding our kids is not a competition, but a journey of learning and teaching. Raising children is hard enough. As parents let’s celebrate the small victories along the way. 📘💫BOOK TIP: If you want to stop handing down disordered eating like a family heirloom and raise kids who have a healthy relationship with food and their bodies - read Lyndi's book Your Weight is Not the Problem. It's been ranked the #1 Women’s Health book on Amazon for 10 weeks straight and is probably the best investment you’ll make in your health for under $30. Get the deets and access to a free audio sample of the book HERE. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Try my Back to Basics app FREE for 7 days. It's got everthing you need to be healthy without dieting at your fingertips. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com
Jul 3, 2023 · 35 min
67: Christina's Real Story "I don't want my daughter to ever think about Weight Watchers"
Diets are often passed down from generation to generation, like an old tea set that nobody wants. Meet Christina. She is throwing out the tea set. And that's why we are so excited to have share her story. She may not remember a time in her life where she wasn't on a diet, but Christina is a mother to her young daughter, and is working really hard to break free from the harmful effects of diet culture and food trauma. Lyndi and Christina chat about the importance of how language is used around food, setting boundaries with family members and role modelling healthy habits. Remember while your parents may have said or done things that impacted your relationship with food, you can still raise your children to have a healthy relationship with food. If we redefine what it mean to be healthy and show that to our children, we can set them up for a lifetime of counting happy memories and never almonds. 📘💫BOOK TIP: If you want to stop handing down disordered eating like a family heirloom and raise kids who have a healthy relationship with food and their bodies - read Lyndi's book Your Weight is Not the Problem. It's been ranked the #1 Women’s Health book on Amazon for 10 weeks straight and is probably the best investment you’ll make in your health for under $30. Get the deets and access to a free audio sample of the book HERE. Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off. You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired! Get my Free 5 Day Course to help you stop binge and emotional eating. Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy. Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry). Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at hello@lyndicohen.com