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Julie Duffy Dillon discusses the importance of understanding sugar in the context of healthy eating. She emphasizes that one meal or snack does not define overall health and encourages listeners to adopt a perspective that allows for the enjoyment of sugar. Julie explains the concept of glycemic index and its limitations, advocating for a more personalized approach to nutrition through 'curious nutrition.' She concludes by highlighting the role of pleasure in eating and reassures listeners that it's okay to enjoy sugary foods without guilt.

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Keywords: sugar, healthy eating, glycemic index, nutrition, food choices, diet culture, pleasure in eating, blood sugar, curious nutrition, food voice

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Mini Session

02:11 Understanding Sugar in Healthy Eating

02:20 The Importance of Moderation and Variety

04:43 Debunking Glycemic Index Myths

07:04 Curious Nutrition: Listening to Your Body

09:37 Finding Pleasure in Food Choices

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Julie Duffy Dillon and Coleen Bremner discuss the intersection of Halloween, candy, and diet culture. They share nostalgic memories of Halloween, explore the concept of the Switch Witch, and address the challenges of navigating candy consumption in a healthy way. The conversation also delves into the problematic nature of fatphobic costumes and the need for cultural sensitivity in Halloween celebrations. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of enjoying food experiences and fostering positive relationships with food.

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Keywords: Halloween, diet culture, candy, memories, Switch Witch, fat phobia, costumes, parenting, food experiences, cultural sensitivity

Chapters

00:00 Halloween Memories and Traditions

09:37 The Switch Witch: Navigating Halloween Candy

16:35 Body Image and Halloween Costumes

22:36 Creating Inclusive Halloween Experiences

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Julie Duffy Dillon speaks with Aleta Storch, a registered dietitian and therapist specializing in ADHD nutrition. They discuss the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD in their relationship with food, particularly in the context of intuitive eating and recovery. Aleta shares insights on how ADHD affects interoceptive awareness, emotional regulation, and the importance of external reminders for nourishment. The conversation emphasizes the need for tailored approaches to recovery and the value of community support for those navigating these complexities.

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Keywords: ADHD, intuitive eating, recovery, nutrition, interoceptive awareness, body liberation, emotional regulation, diet culture, neurodivergence, food relationships

Chapters

00:00 Understanding ADHD and Recovery

09:26 Challenges in Intuitive Eating for ADHD

12:22 Practical Steps for Recovery

15:30 Developing Interoceptive Awareness

18:27 Building a Supportive Community

22:03 Conclusion

Julie discusses the complexities of stress eating, particularly in the context of recent events affecting her community in North Carolina. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the roots of stress eating, the healing process, and the necessity of giving oneself permission to cope with food as a means of emotional support. Julie shares insights from her 20 years of experience as a dietitian, offering listeners valuable perspectives on their relationship with food during stressful times.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: stress eating, emotional eating, binge eating, coping mechanisms, food relationship, healing, dietitian advice, mental health, nutrition, food voice

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Episode

04:17 Understanding Stress Eating

05:05 The Impact of Stress on Eating Behaviors

11:03 Healing Through Hindsight and Permission

Julie discusses the upcoming FNCE conference and addresses the pervasive shame many dietitians feel regarding their complicated relationships with food. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing oppressive systems that contribute to these feelings and encourages listeners to seek support from peers and professionals. Julie shares her three key tips for navigating these challenges and highlights the need for community and understanding in the journey towards recovery.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: dietitian, FNCE, food relationship, shame, support, eating disorders, healthcare, mental health, recovery, community

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Dietitian Experience

02:39 Understanding Complicated Relationships with Food

05:05 Naming Oppressive Systems

08:12 The Importance of Seeking Support

10:25 Reclaiming Your Food Voice

In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, host Julie Duffy Dillon discusses the complexities of managing insulin and blood sugar levels without resorting to dieting. She emphasizes that individuals with conditions like diabetes do not need to eliminate foods but can instead focus on intuitive eating and other strategies. Julie shares effective tools for balancing blood sugar, including meal timing, ensuring adequate nutrition, and the importance of sleep and boundaries. She also highlights the role of supplements like Inositol and Omega-3 in managing insulin resistance and inflammation.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: insulin, blood sugar, intuitive eating, dietitian, health management, supplements, sleep, boundaries, A1C, diabetes

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Insulin and Blood Sugar Management

05:28 Key Tools for Balancing Insulin and Blood Sugar

18:17 The Importance of Sleep and Boundaries

Julie reviews the book 'Live and Nourished' by Shana Spence. She discusses the book's gentle approach to nutrition, its critique of diet culture, and the importance of intuitive eating while acknowledging its limitations. Julie shares her personal insights and favorite quotes from the book, emphasizing its practical advice for those struggling with their relationship with food.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: food relationship, nutrition, intuitive eating, body positivity, PCOS, health, diet culture, book review, Shana Spence, Live and Nourished

Julie addresses the complexities of dieting, weight management, and the emotional turmoil associated with food relationships. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the dichotomy in how individuals perceive food, the impact of diet trauma, and the need for unconditional permission to eat. Julie introduces the concept of the pendulum to illustrate the chaotic nature of eating behaviors and encourages listeners to explore their own food voices as a means to achieve a healthier relationship with food. Ultimately, she advocates for a shift away from traditional notions of food freedom towards a more nuanced understanding of self-acceptance and joy in eating.

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Mentioned in this episode: PCOS Doctor Visit Toolkit–just $27–this month only! / Join 8K fellow Voice Finders to get weekly info from Julie and her team and a free gift / Support this independent podcast / Land Whale by Jes Baker

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: dieting, weight management, food relationships, diet trauma, food freedom, intuitive eating, body image, healthy weight, eating disorders, self-acceptance

Chapters

00:00 The Million Dollar Question: Dieting and Weight Management

02:56 Understanding the Dichotomy of Food Relationships

06:06 The Pendulum of Eating: Control and Chaos

12:00 Diet Trauma: Recognizing the Impact of Restriction

15:02 Exploring Healthy Weight and Body Image

20:47 Food Freedom vs. Food Voice: A New Perspective

24:08 Rekindling Joy in Eating: A Path Forward

In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, host Julie Duffy Dillon shares a review of the book 'Thank You More Please' by Lily Womble, which serves as an anti-diet dating resource. Julie reflects on her own dating experiences, the importance of self-advocacy, and how the principles from the book can help individuals navigate dating while rejecting diet culture. She emphasizes the significance of being picky in dating, the concept of 'bless and release,' and the practice of gratitude in relationships. Julie concludes by recommending the book for those looking to date without the pressures of diet culture.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: anti-diet, dating, self-advocacy, intuitive eating, PCOS, book review, Lily Womble, self-growth, relationships, gratitude

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Anti-Diet Resources

05:06 The Evolution of Dating Resources

10:28 Personal Journey in Dating and Self-Discovery

12:22 Key Insights from 'Thank You More Please'

18:31 Final Thoughts on Anti-Diet Living and Dating

In this episode of the Find Your Food Voice podcast, Julie discusses the challenges of dieting and the importance of recognizing one's own food voice. She emphasizes that diets often do not work and encourages listeners to take their time in making decisions about their eating habits. Julie provides tools for managing anxiety related to dieting and reflects on the impact of past dieting experiences. She advocates for a temporary approach to dieting, allowing individuals to experiment with not dieting in the moment, which can lead to healthier long-term habits.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: dieting, intuitive eating, food voice, anxiety, diet culture, PCOS, self-care, mental health, eating disorders, wellness

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dieting and Food Voice

06:00 Navigating Diet Culture and Anxiety

12:14 Reflecting on Past Diets

15:05 The Power of Temporary Decisions

In this episode, Julie interviews Donetta Floyd, a registered dietitian and diabetes expert, about GLP-1 medications and their impact on diabetes management. They discuss the importance of being informed about the medication's side effects, the need for nutrition education alongside medication use, and the potential changes in appetite when starting or stopping the medication. Donetta emphasizes the importance of preparing for life after medication and maintaining a balanced diet. Listeners are encouraged to seek more information and consider their options before starting GLP-1 medications.

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Keywords: GLP-1 medications, diabetes management, side effects, nutrition education, appetite changes, balanced diet

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:58 GLP Ones and Medication for Diabetes

07:42 Preparation and Informed Consent

08:54 Nutrition Education and Balanced Meals

10:14 Appetite Changes and Managing Diabetes

12:26 Diabetes Group Class and Conclusion

13:25 Outro

In this conversation, Julie interviews Megan Hadley, a former pharmaceutical sales representative, about GLP-1 receptor agonists and their function in the body. Megan explains that GLP-1 receptor agonists work by increasing levels of GLP-1, a hormone that helps with insulin secretion and delays gastric emptying. She clarifies that these medications do not directly target fat cells and do not cause weight loss by melting fat away. Instead, they reduce appetite and food intake, leading to weight loss. Megan also discusses the potential side effects and challenges of using GLP-1 receptor agonists for weight management.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: GLP-1 receptor agonists, pharmaceutical sales, insulin secretion, gastric emptying, weight loss, appetite, food intake, side effects, challenges

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:20 Understanding GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

04:14 GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Weight Loss

05:41 The Function of GLP-1 in the Body

07:21 Potential Challenges and Side Effects

08:50 GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Blood Sugar Management

11:19 Conclusion and Where to Find More Information

Julie sits down with Rachel Popik and Coleen Bremner to discuss navigating systemic medical fatphobia and how to advocate for yourself and set boundaries at the doctor’s office. Rachel shares a recent experience she had with an endocrinologist and how she handled the very harmful interactions she experienced and Coleen discusses how she believes that her weight played a part in how the doctors treated her while she was in labor, giving birth to her daughter. 

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: Weight loss, weight gain, mental health, support, healthcare providers, eating disorders, body liberation, healthcare, medicine, medical system, medical fatphobia, boundary setting, doctor’s appointments

Chapters

00:00 Rachel's Healthcare Experience: Unpacking Fat Phobia

05:20 The Importance of Setting Boundaries

08:21 Socialization of Women and the Guilt of Boundary Setting

11:17 Advocating for Change in the Healthcare System

17:51 Experiences of Fatphobia in Healthcare

20:45 The Need for Education and Awareness in Healthcare

25:35 Navigating Healthcare: Self-Advocacy and Boundaries

28:38 Providing Compassion and Support in Healthcare

36:39 Unpacking Navigating Healthcare

37:38 Exploring GLP-1 for Diabetes Management

38:08 Understanding Weight-Inclusive Care

In this conversation, Julie chats with Jessie Spence to discuss Jessie's experience with Ozempic. They talk about the side effects, changes in appetite, and the impact on blood sugar levels. They also explore the nuance and controversy surrounding the use of GLP-1 medications for weight loss and diabetes management. Jessie shares their perspective on the intersection of body liberation, diabetes, and medication. They discuss the need for more understanding and support in navigating these complex issues. They talk about the initial excitement of weight loss, the fear of gaining weight back, and the mental health challenges that arose. Jessie emphasizes the importance of support from healthcare providers and the need for a nuanced approach when prescribing these medications. They also highlight the need for education and screening for eating disorders in individuals with larger bodies who may be prescribed GLP-1 medications. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the multifaceted nature of using GLP-1 medications and the need for comprehensive support.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: GLP-1 medication, Ozempic, side effects, appetite changes, blood sugar levels, weight loss, diabetes management, body liberation, nuance, controversy, understanding, support, GLP-1 medications, weight loss, weight gain, mental health, support, healthcare providers, eating disorders, body liberation

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

04:29 Understanding Ozempic and GLP-1 Drugs

07:24 Long-Term Use and Effects on Appetite

10:21 The Impact on the Brain and Reward Pathways

12:32 Navigating Controversies and Opinions

15:29 The Intersection of Body Autonomy, Diet Culture, and Pharmaceuticals

17:29 Imagining a World Without Diet Culture and Weight Loss Industry

19:27 Concerns and Uncertainties About Ozempic

22:14 The Resurgence of Eating Disorders and Changes in Brain Function

27:49 Lack of Support from Healthcare Providers

30:35 The Dilemma of Weight Loss vs. Diabetes Management

34:27 Educating and Screening for Eating Disorders in Larger-Bodied Individuals

37:38 Addressing the Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Food and Body Image

40:59 Introduction and Gratitude

41:30 Handling the Topic with Care and Compassion

41:58 Upcoming Mini Episodes on GLP Ones

42:27 Farewell Message

In this mini session, Julie introduces the concept of writing a letter to food as a therapeutic tool to explore and heal one's complicated relationship with food. She explains that writing a letter to food helps to externalize any issues or concerns and allows individuals to connect with their own strengths and experiences. Julie shares her own letter to food, expressing gratitude for the joy and connection that food brings, as well as addressing the harmful effects of dieting and fat phobia. She emphasizes the importance of healing our relationship with food and reconnecting with our innate wisdom.

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Do you have a complicated relationship with food? I want to help! Send your Dear Food letter to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: letter to food, complicated relationship with food, therapeutic tool, externalize issues, connect with strengths, joy of eating, harmful effects of dieting, fat phobia, healing relationship with food, reconnect with innate wisdom

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mini Session Episodes

08:23 Using Narrative Therapy

13:14 Overcoming Fear and Resistance

15:42 The Power of Food in Joy and Connection

18:37 Healing and Support from Fat Positive Practitioners

20:19 Invitation for Solutions and Healing

In this episode, Julie sits down with Rachel Popik and Coleen Bremner to catch up on their lives. Coleen shares her experience as a new mom and navigating the challenges of identity and societal expectations. Rachel discusses the launch of her business, Stay Doughy, and the challenges of perfectionism and self-promotion. The conversation highlights the importance of support systems and doing things scared. In this conversation, Julie shares updates on her book writing process and her personal life. She talks about the challenges of meeting her book deadline and the editing process. Julie also discusses her experience with dating after getting divorced and shares her fears and successes in finding love again.

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Mentioned in this episode: Check out Rachel's newly launched business / Rachel's Instagram and TikTok / Coleen's Instagram / Join 8K fellow Voice Finders to get weekly info from Julie and her team and a free gift / Support this independent podcast / Lily Womble book, podcast and TikTok / Love Yourself First podcast / Deb Benfield

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: podcast, catch up, updates, new mom, identity, societal expectations, business launch, perfectionism, self-promotion, support systems, book writing, manuscript, deadline, editing, divorce, dating, fear, love

Takeaways

The importance of staying connected and catching up with friends

Navigating the challenges of new motherhood and identity

Overcoming perfectionism and self-doubt in launching a business

The value of having a support system and doing things scared 

Meeting deadlines can be challenging, but with determination and support, it is possible to accomplish your goals.

Dating after a divorce can be intimidating, but it is important to stay true to your values and not settle for less than what you deserve.

Society's narratives about aging and relationships are not always accurate, and it is possible to find love and have fulfilling relationships at any age.

It is important to prioritize self-care and enjoy your own company before entering into a new relationship.

Being open to new experiences and embracing differences can lead to personal growth and enriching relationships.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reunion

06:43 Life Updates: Launching a Business

12:56 Overcoming Perfectionism and Self-Promotion

17:44 The Importance of Support Systems

19:38 Creating Safe Spaces Through Cooking

23:46 Completing the Book Manuscript and Transition to Personal Life Update

26:59 Finding Courage and Joy in Dating After Divorce

31:53 Challenging Societal Narratives Around Aging and Relationships

40:18 Catching Up and Exciting Updates

40:46 Stay Connected and Support

41:15 Access Free Tools and Resources

41:41 Engage on YouTube or Podcast

This episode explores the concept of a 'food voice' and its distinction from 'food freedom' or 'food peace'. Julie, shares her journey as a dietitian and how she came to reject diets. She introduces the term 'food voice' as an internal system that helps individuals communicate when, how much, and what to eat. The definition of food voice is discussed, emphasizing its flexibility, kindness, and nurturing qualities. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize eating enough and access their unique food voice.

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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: Join 8K fellow Voice Finders to get weekly info from Julie and her team and a free gift / Support this independent podcast / FYFV Episode 372 / FYFV Episode 373

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: food voice, food freedom, food peace, dietitian, intuitive eating, self-care, hunger, fullness, satisfaction, neurodivergent, permission, flexibility, kindness, nurturing

Takeaways

The concept of a 'food voice' is introduced as an internal system that guides individuals in making choices about when, how much, and what to eat.

The definition of food voice emphasizes its flexibility, kindness, and nurturing qualities.

Accessing and prioritizing one's food voice is essential for developing a healthy and peaceful relationship with food.

Food voice is not limited to hunger and fullness cues and can be accessed through body awareness, thoughts and feelings, or structured self-care techniques.

Everyone, including those who are neurodivergent, deserves support in developing their food voice and finding a peaceful relationship with food.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Food Voice

08:42 Defining Food Voice

09:40 The Foundation of Food Voice

12:39 Accessing and Nurturing Food Voice

15:12 Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals

In this episode, Julie discusses her journey with the concept of food peace and why she no longer uses that term. She explains that she trademarked the phrase 'food peace' in 2010 and used it to describe her work as a non-diet dietitian. However, she realized that the phrase didn't fully capture the interconnectedness of food and the need for healing and recovery. She now focuses on helping people find their food voice and advocates for a more inclusive and equitable approach to food and body acceptance.

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Mentioned in this episode: Join 8K fellow Voice Finders to get weekly info from Julie and her team and a free gift / Support this independent podcast / FYFV Episode 372

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: food voice, food freedom, food peace, dietitian, intuitive eating, self-care, hunger, fullness, satisfaction, neurodivergent, permission, flexibility, kindness, nurturing

Takeaways

The concept of a 'food voice' is introduced as an internal system that guides individuals in making choices about when, how much, and what to eat.

The definition of food voice emphasizes its flexibility, kindness, and nurturing qualities.

Accessing and prioritizing one's food voice is essential for developing a healthy and peaceful relationship with food.

Food voice is not limited to hunger and fullness cues and can be accessed through body awareness, thoughts and feelings, or structured self-care techniques.

Everyone, including those who are neurodivergent, deserves support in developing their food voice and finding a peaceful relationship with food.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Food Voice

08:42 Defining Food Voice

09:40 The Foundation of Food Voice

12:39 Accessing and Nurturing Food Voice

15:12 Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals

In this episode, Julie discusses the concept of food freedom and its limitations. She emphasizes that food freedom should not only be about individual experiences but also about addressing systemic issues such as food insecurity, poverty, racism, and genocide. Julie encourages listeners to go beyond their own journey and work towards creating a world where everyone can experience food freedom. She also introduces the concept of 'food peace' and hints at exploring it further in the next episode.

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Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Keywords: food freedom, relationship with food, diets, should-eat script, guilt, weight loss, intuitive eating, non-diet, food insecurity, poverty, racism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, genocide, food peace

Takeaways

Food freedom is about connecting to food without rules and rejecting the guilt associated with certain foods.

Food freedom should not be tied to weight loss and should address systemic issues such as food insecurity and discrimination.

Addressing one's own relationship with food is important, but it should also extend to helping others and creating a world where everyone can experience food freedom.

Julie introduces the concept of 'food peace' and hints at exploring it further in the next episode.

Addressing one's own relationship with food is important, but it should also extend to helping others and creating a world where everyone can experience food freedom.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Food Freedom

01:37 The Definition and Limitations of Food Freedom

06:42 Considering Marginalized Communities in Food Freedom

09:10 Moving Beyond Personal Healing

11:35 Exploring Food Peace

A quick message from Julie before we go on a short podcast break while she is working on the next round of edits for the upcoming Find Your Food Voice book.

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Mentioned in this episode: Stay in touch with Julie

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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In this episode, Julie discusses the topic of emotional eating and the importance of giving oneself permission to eat emotionally without judgment. She emphasizes that emotional eating is normal, healthy, and an effective coping mechanism. Julie also explores the connection between the cultural fear of weight gain and racism. Julie highlights the need to practice non-judgmental curiosity and compassion towards oneself when engaging in emotional eating. She concludes by stating that understanding the unmet needs behind emotional eating can help individuals find their food voice.

Keywords: emotional eating, permission, judgment, normal, coping mechanism, cultural fear, weight gain, racism, non-judgmental curiosity, compassion, unmet needs, find your food voice

Takeaways

• Emotional eating is normal, healthy, and an effective coping mechanism.
• Shame and judgment around emotional eating come from cultural fear of weight gain tied to racism.
• Practice non-judgmental curiosity and compassion towards oneself when engaging in emotional eating.
• Understanding the unmet needs behind emotional eating can help individuals find their food voice.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:51 Exploring Emotional Hunger

03:23 Practicing Non-Judgmental Curiosity and Compassion

04:44 Understanding Unmet Needs and Finding Your Food Voice

05:20 Conclusion

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Mentioned in this episode: FYFV Listen after part 1 / Belly of the Beast by Da'Shaun Harrison / Fearing the Black Body by Sabring Strings / Legalize Emotional Eating sweatshirt

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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This episode discusses experiencing a binge after panic hunger. Julie emphasizes that binging or out of control eating experiences are normal and occur as you find your food voice. The episode provides tips for dealing with panic hunger, including practicing self-compassion, allowing yourself to eat, and experimenting with self-care. Julie encourages listeners to view these experiences as valuable data that can inform their relationship with food.

Keywords: binge eating, panic hunger, out of control eating, finding your food voice, self-compassion, self-care

Takeaways

• Binging or out of control eating experiences are normal and occur as you find your food voice.
• Panic hunger is a normal response when your body doesn't get enough food or rest.
• Practice self-compassion and allow yourself to eat during panic hunger.
• Experiment with self-care and pay attention to your body's needs.
• View these experiences as valuable data that can inform your relationship with food.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:34 Importance of Tough Experiences

04:47 Strategies for Dealing with Panic Hunger

07:07 Using Binge Eating Experiences as Data

08:06 Conclusion

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In this episode, Julie discusses how to not be an almond mom when you had an almond mom yourself. She provides six ways to avoid projecting your own fears onto your children when it comes to food and weight. Julie also talks about the division of food responsibility and how it may not work for everyone. She emphasizes the importance of not categorizing foods as good or bad and teaches kids to be respectful of others' food choices. Lastly, Julie highlights the significance of not commenting on others' bodies and promoting body diversity.

Keywords: almond mom, projection, fears, food and weight, division of food responsibility, categorizing foods, respectful eating, body diversity

Takeaways

• Do your own work to avoid projecting your own fears onto your children when it comes to food and weight.
• The division of food responsibility may not work for everyone, and it's okay to prioritize other things.
• Avoid categorizing foods as good or bad and teach kids to be respectful of others' food choices.
• Don't comment on others' bodies and promote body diversity.
• Be mindful of how you talk about bodies, as it influences how kids perceive their own bodies.
• Continuously educate yourself and seek support to navigate the challenges of raising children in a diet culture.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Almond Mom Series

02:05 Chapter 2: Using Ellen Satter's Food Responsibility Guidelines

03:43 Chapter 4: Avoiding Food Labeling

04:13 Chapter 5: Teaching Respect for Others' Food Choices

04:56 Chapter 6: Promoting Body Diversity and Positive Body Image

05:29 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Mentioned in this episode: FYFV Almond Mom Part 1 / FYFV Almond Mom Part 2 / Ellyn Satter: The Secrets of Feeding a Healthy Family 

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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In this episode, Julie discusses how to mend your relationship with food if you had an 'Almond Mom' who influenced your views on body size and eating. She provides eight recommendations for healing, including using guardrails to make food choices, replacing diet-y thoughts with positive ones, relearning what eating enough means for you, playing with your food, spending time in 'donut land' to repair your relationship with food, prioritizing healing as a health-promoting behavior, and keeping the big picture in mind rather than focusing on individual food choices.

Keywords: Almond Mom, relationship with food, healing, guardrails, diet-y thoughts, eating enough, playing with food, donut land, prioritizing healing, big picture

Takeaways

• Having an 'Almond Mom' can impact your relationship with food
• Using guardrails can help make food choices while exploring intuitive eating
• Replacing diet-y thoughts with positive ones can help mend your relationship with food
• Relearning what eating enough means for you is important
• Playing with your food and making a mess can be a fun way to repair your relationship with food
• Spending time in 'donut land' and eating pleasurable foods can help heal your relationship with food
• Prioritizing healing and repairing your relationship with food is a health-promoting behavior
• Keeping the big picture in mind and focusing on overall healing rather than individual food choices is important

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Recap of Part One

01:31 Chapter 1: Mending the Relationship with Food

01:57 Chapter 2: Replacing Dieting Thoughts

03:51 Chapter 3: Relearning Eating Enough

05:27 Chapter 5: Spending Time in 'Donut Land'

07:49 Chapter 6: Prioritizing Healing

09:42 Conclusion and Preview of Part Three

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Mentioned in this episode: Landwhale by Jes Baker / Summer Innanen / FYFV Almond Mom Part 1

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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In this episode, Julie discusses how 'food noise' can be triggered when people start dieting again. She shares the experiences of individuals who have been working on repairing their relationship with food and how they use food noise as a cue to recognize when they are being triggered to diet. She then introduces the term 'almond mom' and explains its origin as a parent or caregiver consumed by the diet trap. Julie identifies five reasons why almond moms can be problematic, including teaching distrust of hunger and fullness, promoting disordered eating, reinforcing body hierarchy, encouraging control of one's body, and prioritizing others' enjoyment of one's body. She concludes by emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and time to repair one's complicated history with food.

Keywords: food noise, dieting, relationship with food, almond mom, diet trap, distrust of hunger and fullness, disordered eating, body hierarchy, control of body, self-compassion

Takeaways

• Food noise can be triggered when people start dieting again, even after working on repairing their relationship with food.
• The term 'almond mom' refers to a parent or caregiver consumed by the diet trap, who teaches diet mantras and promotes disordered eating.
• Almond moms can be problematic because they teach distrust of hunger and fullness, reinforce body hierarchy, encourage control of one's body, and prioritize others' enjoyment of one's body.
• Repairing one's complicated history with food requires self-compassion and time.
• It is important to prioritize one's own well-being and not focus on changing one's body for others' approval.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Almond Mom Series

02:48 The Problem with 'Almond Moms'

04:40 Distrust of Hunger and Fullness

06:34 Reinforcing Body Image Hierarchies

07:18 The Control of Body for Societal Approval

08:15 Repairing a Complicated History with Food

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Mentioned in this episode: Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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What is the solution to food noise? Turns out it's easier than you might think. The key is eating enough and giving oneself permission to eat. Julie also discusses guardrails that you can implement to help you on this journey to reduce food noise and establish a healthier relationship with food.

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Mentioned in this episode: FVFV: Food Noise part 1 / FYVF: Food Noise part 2

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Are GLP-1s the cure for food noise or are they just a repeat of previous drugs that promised the same? Julie urges listeners to do thorough research on all of the risks of these drugs before taking them. Subscribe so you don't miss part three, coming soon!

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Mentioned in this episode: Ragen Chastain's Substack / FYFV: What's the deal with GLP-1s? / FVFV: Food Noise part 1

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Food noise, a trendy new name for a concept long researched, has blown up on social media these days, but what really is food noise and is it just a normal reaction to environmental stressors and deeper unmet needs. Subscribe so you don't miss part two

Summary

The conversation explores the concept of 'food noise' and its impact on individuals. Food noise refers to constant food thoughts and the compulsion to eat, which may or may not be associated with physical hunger. The episode discusses the experience of food noise and how it has been researched for almost 100 years. It challenges the notion that food noise is solely the individual's responsibility and suggests that it may be a normal reaction to something in the environment. The episode also highlights the influence of the diet industry and the importance of addressing deeper unmet needs.

Keywords

food noise, constant food thoughts, compulsion to eat, research, restraint, willpower, diet industry, unmet needs

Takeaways

Food noise refers to constant food thoughts and the compulsion to eat, which may or may not be associated with physical hunger.

The concept of food noise has been researched for almost 100 years.

Food noise may be a normal reaction to something in the environment, rather than solely the individual's responsibility.

The diet industry has a significant influence on food noise and the perception of food.

Food noise can be seen as a message about deeper unmet needs for individuals and the planet.

Sound Bites

"Have you ever experienced so much food noise, you're like, what the fuck is happening?"

"How can I learn how to trust my food voice when I'm terrified? It feels impossible to just eat whatever I want when I want."

"The experience of food noise is not new. It's just the phrase is new."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Food Noise

01:23 Paul's Experience and Temporary Solutions

03:14 Challenging the Notion of Personal Failure

04:14 Food Noise as a Message and Warning System

05:12 Exploring Non-Diet Approaches and Medications

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Mentioned in this episode: 

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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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!

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Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice

FYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?

• Part 1
• Part 2
• Part 3
• Part 4

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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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!

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Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice

FYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?

• Part 1
• Part 2
• Part 3
• Part 4

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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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!

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Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice

FYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?

• Part 1
• Part 2
• Part 3
• Part 4

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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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!

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Mentioned in this episode: Washington Post article "As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push 'anti-diet' advice

FYFV Series: Are anti-diet dietitians ignoring health and killing us softly?

• Part 2
• Part 3
• Part 4

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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This week, Julie interviews Adina Silverman and Carolyn Karoll, who are also committed to eradicating weight stigma, and are co-authors of an upcoming book called Eating Disorder Group Therapy, a Collaborative Approach. Adina and Carolyn share why adding group therapy to your healing process can help your complicated history of food and how to get started on that journey.

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Mentioned in this episode: Preorder Eating Disorder Group Therapy, a Collaborative Approach / Adina's website / Carolyn's website

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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This week, Julie interviews Judy Simon, award winning registered dietitian nutritionist who specializes in reproductive health, about her upcoming book, Getting to Baby: A Food-First Fertility Plan to Improve Your Odds and Shorten Your Time to Pregnancy. This rich conversation covers everything from the importance of adding in nutritious food, and not restricting, especially when trying to get pregnant to advocating for yourself at the doctor when in a higher weight body.

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Mentioned in this episode: You can preorder Getting to Baby here / Judy's Instagram and Facebook

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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This week, Julie is joined by FYFV resident anti diet chef, Rachel Popik, to talk about playing with food. Yup, you heard that right, how playing with food can help you heal your relationship with food. From learning to find joy in letting ice cream drip down your hands, to using cookbooks to find exciting new things to try in the kitchen, let your inner child out and reconnect to how fun food can be.

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Mentioned in this episode: Eat Up by Ruby Tandoh / Rachel's TikTok and Instagram

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Have you ever quit a diet to then be seduced by some program or regimen that promised you change, community, or safety? Listen in to hear Julie's advice to a listener question for avoiding these diet culture side monsters.

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This week Julie chats with Dacy Gillepsie, weight inclusive personal stylist, about how your personal style and shopping for clothing can be an alternative entry point to learning to live a diet free lifestyle. They get into finding a personal style while your body is changing, dressing professionally in a plus size body, and all things thrifting.

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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: Mindful Closet website / Dacy Gillepsie on TikTok and Instagram / Unflattering Substack / Cake Plus Size / Artemis / Curve Conscious / The Plus Bus Boutique

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Want your voice to be including in Julie's upcoming Find Your Food Voice book? Listen in to hear about how to write a Dear Food letter to possibly be included in the book!

Julie is looking for Dear Food letters about: early stages of working with a dietitian or therapist; being new to living a diet free life; experiencing oppression while finding your food voice; feelings that come up while trying to reject diets; connecting with health while trying to recover from diet culture; and diet culture related trauma

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: Dear Food Letter Guidelines / Submit your Dear Food letter

Food Voice resources: Julie Dillon RD blog / PCOS Power Free Roadmap / PCOS Power Course / 6 Keys To Food Peace 

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Time for another listener question! Listen in for Julie's 6 recommendations on how to not get sucked back into dieting when it seems like everyone around you is talking about their current fad diet. 

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: Legalize Emotional Eating / Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

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Join Julie, Rachel, and Coleen as they talk through the very unglamorous start to the New Year they are having and how they interact with the idea of new year's resolutions without being sucked back into diet culture. 

This episode is also Coleen's last before her maternity leave, and she poses the question to the team, as well as listeners, "what family traditions do you have that you love and cherish?" 

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: Rachel's TikTok and Instagram / Coleen's Instagram /Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

As we enter January, what we at Find Your Food Voice call, International Dieting Month, join Julie for a guided meditation and reflection exercise to help you get through this month and all the diet BS that comes along with it.

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! Submit your Dear Food letter here or send it to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: Belly of the Beast by Da'Shaun L Harrison / Your Body is Not an Apology by Sonia Renee Taylor / Fearing the Black Body by Dr. Sabrina Strings / Decolonizing Wellness by Dalia Kinsey

Food 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!

Welcome to the FYFV wintering minisode series! Join Julie as she gives you a pep talk about how to survive the upcoming onslaught of diet and weight loss talks as New Year resolution season approaches.

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! Submit your Dear Food letter here or send it to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: Belly of the Beast by Da'Shaun L Harrison / Your Body is Not an Apology by Sonia Renee Taylor / Fearing the Black Body by Dr. Sabrina Strings / Decolonizing Wellness by Dalia Kinsey

Food 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!

Welcome to the FYFV wintering minisode series! Join Rachel as she talks through how to still enjoy baking around the holiday season, while also healing from diet culture.

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! Submit your Dear Food letter here or send it to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: Rachel's TikTok and Instagram 

Food 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!

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Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!

Welcome to the FYFV wintering minisode series! Join Coleen for some tips and tricks on how to balance enjoying the holiday season, and times with friends and family, while also taking care of yourself.

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! Submit your Dear Food letter here or send it to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: Coleen's Instagram

Food 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!

It's time for another Diet Culture IRL. This month Julie and Coleen discuss the rollercoaster that can be the holidays, especially while trying to navigate your relationship with food.

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! Submit your Dear Food letter here or send it to info@juliedillonrd.com. 

Mentioned in this episode: Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

This week Julie answers her most commonly asked question: what is the deal with insulin and A1C? Are they the same thing? How do you test for them?

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: Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

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Thank you for supporting Find Your Food Voice!

With the holiday season upon us, Julie sits down with the FYFV team, Rachel and Coleen, to talk about ways to cope with, and prioritize your health and mental wellbeing while being around family. Setting boundaries, mindfulness, and quippy comebacks all help the team make it through the holidays.

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: Rachel's TikTok and Instagram / Coleen's Instagram /Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

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This week, we have another letter from a listener who has struggled with body image and disordered eating for her entire life and is just looking for control. Julie talks through food as comfort, healing generational trauma around eating, and some scripts to help the listener find a place of peace and safety with food.

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: Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community

Food 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!

If you spend any time on social media, you've probably come across the girl dinner trend. Rachel and Coleen join Julie to break down the trend and talk about both the possible harmful and empowering ramifications of the girl dinner trend.

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: Rachel's TikTok and Instagram / Coleen's Instagram /Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community / NBC- TikTok trend ‘girl dinner’ faces backlash / Please don't gender my dinner

Food 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!

Note: Information in this podcast does not replace advice from your individual health care providers. 

It’s time for the much awaited episode on GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy. Julie walks through the mechanics of how GLP-1s work, the research that has been done on the drugs, known size effects and resources so you can take a deeper dive. 

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: Follow Julie for co-working sessions on TikTok / Join Julie in the Circle Community / Laura Burns - My Ozempic Experience

Food 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!