Hold The Gluten public
[search 0]
More
Download the App!
show episodes
 
Artwork

1
Culinary Now Podcast

Culinary Now Podcast

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
Hosted by Jaime Schick and Matthew Britt. Jaime and Matt are both Assistant Professors at Johnson & Wales University and both hold Master’s Degrees in Education and certifications from the American Culinary Federation.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Rethinking Wellness

Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CEDS

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Weekly+
 
Rethinking Wellness offers critical thinking and compassionate skepticism about wellness and diet culture, and reflections on how to find true well-being. We explore the science (or lack thereof) behind popular wellness diets, the role of influencers and social-media algorithms in spreading wellness misinformation, problematic practices in the alternative- and integrative-medicine space, how wellness culture often drives disordered eating, the truth about trending topics like gut health, how ...
  continue reading
 
Learn all about PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) with your hosts Tallene & Sirak! We are a husband and wife duo who specialize as a PCOS dietitian & a PCOS personal trainer to help break down the root causes of PCOS and provide you the best information on PCOS treatments, supplements, and much more! www.PCOSweightloss.org
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
#239: It’s the 5 year anniversary of The Cysterhood! Today we're turning the spotlight to the women of our amazing community of women who have stayed committed to their PCOS journeys. For this special episode, we'll be sharing their raw, unfiltered stories, their challenges overcome, and their triumphs celebrated. This episode is for you if: - You …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Jenn Romolini, author of AMBITION MONSTER, joins us to discuss how ambition and overwork affected her well-being, why workaholism is often a response to trauma, why she developed an eating disorder as a teenager (and the specific personality trait that hel…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about the food rules she stopped following—and shares four food-related principles she tries to practice. The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to the first question here, and sign up for a pa…
  continue reading
 
#238: Cystic acne from PCOS is one the first things that wreck our confidence in front of others. And we want to help you target the root cause of your PCOS acne without taking a risk on expensive skincare that may not work. In this episode, we’ll share our top skincare tips for PCOS so that you get your confidence back and heal this symptom for GO…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Jessica Steier of The Unbiased Science Podcast joins us to discuss the need for empathy and bridge-building in science communication, why she’s critical of restrictive diets and other wellness trends while holding space for their proponents to evolve (and …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about going autoimmune diets and celiac disease, and there’s a bonus one for paid subscribers about going gluten-free for an autoimmune thyroid condition. Become a paid subscriber to hear the whole thing! Get full show …
  continue reading
 
#237: Feel like you’re trying every diet under the sun and you’re still not losing weight because of your PCOS? You’re not alone! In this episode, we talk about the 4 reasons losing weight can get difficult with PCOS. We know how frustrating this can be, so we’re sharing our solutions as a PCOS registered dietitian and personal trainer! There is ho…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Psychologist Alexis Conason joins us to discuss her background in “obesity” research, how she came to question the conventional weight paradigm and move to a weight-neutral approach, the industry influence behind the American Medical Association’s decision…
  continue reading
 
#236: We dive into the impact of dairy on women with PCOS and explore how going dairy-free can transform your health. We’ll uncover the hidden hormones in dairy, like IGF-1, and how they can worsen insulin resistance and elevate testosterone levels, leading to acne, irregular periods, and weight gain. Plus, get practical tips and delicious alternat…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Science communicator Jonathan Jarry joins us to discuss his history of turning to alternative cures for chronic pain, how he came to be skeptical of the wellness industry, the problems with science journalism, why you probably don’t have a leaky gut (despi…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about how much protein you really need—and explores why a certain piece of incorrect advice is so popular among influencers and “protein girlies.” The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to the …
  continue reading
 
#235: Feeling frustrated by PCOS and its impact on your dreams of getting pregnant? This episode is like sitting in the office of your dream PCOS doctor who will instill hope in your fertility journey! We're joined by the inspiring Dr. Aviva, a Yale-trained MD, Board Certified Family Physician, Midwife, Herbalist, and NYT Best Selling Author. Dr. A…
  continue reading
 
Katie Dalebout guest-hosts the show to interview Christy about her new book, The Wellness Trap! Christy shares why she wanted to write a book about wellness, the potential harms of integrative and functional medicine (and why we’re understandably attracted to these approaches), the connections between wellness culture and diet culture, the legacy o…
  continue reading
 
#234: We dive into the popular topic of going gluten free for PCOS weight loss. Is there solid scientific evidence backing going gluten free for PCOS or is it a fad? We’ll explore the latest research, hear from medical experts, and listen to personal stories from those who have tried a gluten free lifestyle for their PCOS symptoms. This episode is …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Psychotherapist, nutrition counselor, and author Pixie Turner joins us to discuss her history with wellness culture, the Belle Gibson scandal and how it ignited her skepticism, how we can think critically about the plant-based diet trend, the truth about “…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, Christy discusses Netflix’s new gut-health documentary—and why the film’s claims that gut microbes directly influence weight and disease are more hype than science. This episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to a free preview here,…
  continue reading
 
#233: Dr. Nadia Pateguana is an empowering force and trusted guide for women with PCOS for over 15 years. As a naturopathic doctor, dietary coach, and author, Dr. Pateguana takes a holistic approach to health, prioritizing her patients' well-being above all else. In this episode, Dr. Nadia shares how intermittent fasting can be a tool to reverse PC…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com New York Times bestselling author and former CNN political analyst Kirsten Powers joins us to discuss her history of chronic fatigue and illness, her experience with dubious diagnoses and wild wellness treatments, what she discovered about the true causes …
  continue reading
 
#232: Why do women with PCOS have higher rates of depression and/or anxiety? Many women with PCOS attribute their depression and anxiety due to concern about physical experiences but there’s more to the story than our physical changes. Having insulin resistance and other hormonal imbalances can interfere with our mental health. It’s been known that…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Writer, speaker, and weight-inclusive health/fitness professional Ragen Chastain joins us to discuss the potential side effects and other downsides of using GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic and its ilk) for weight loss, the massive influence the manufacturers of …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, Christy discusses the science (or lack thereof) behind the wellness-culture slogan “sunlight before screen light.” This episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to a free preview here, and sign up for a paid subscription to hear the f…
  continue reading
 
#231: Have you fallen off track during your PCOS journey? Or are you just too overwhelmed to get started? Our goal today is to encourage you and give you the next steps, whether you’ve been doing well on your journey but need a little push to get back on it OR if you are starting your journey from square one. In today’s episode, we will help you re…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Employee well-being consultant and health coach Heather Sayers Lehman joins us to discuss how workplace wellness programs often make people LESS well by promoting disordered eating, body shame, and even some woo-woo wellness trends. She also shares her his…
  continue reading
 
#230: Sonali is an amazing and inspirational Cyster from The Cysterhood! She developed symptoms of PCOS as early as 12 years old but just like many others, was not diagnosed for 10 years. It wasn’t until later that she found The Cysterhood and truly understood what PCOS was and how to manage it. She currently lives in London and is reaching her hea…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Journalist and author Kate Leaver joins us to discuss her experience with long Covid, all the weird wellness-y stuff she tried out of desperation, and why it’s so hard to think critically about interventions that promise healing when you’re so sick you bar…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, Christy discusses the GLP-1 hype pipeline, how celebrities like Oprah have helped keep the hype flowing, and how to keep your cool when the whole world is losing their sh*t over the latest wellness/diet fad. This episode is for paid …
  continue reading
 
#229: Need naps in the middle of the day? Studies show that women with PCOS are twice as likely as non-PCOS women to struggle with sleep disturbances and 80% have accompanying daytime fatigue. For this episode, we will be talking about how we can change the quality of our sleep in order to improve our fatigue! This episode is for you if: - You stru…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Registered dietitians and diabetes educators Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez join us to discuss why people with diabetes don’t need to focus on weight loss, why the popular wellness-culture notion of diabetes “remission” or “reversal” can be harmful, how the…
  continue reading
 
#228: Why is it so challenging for women with PCOS to get the healthcare they need? PCOS is just so complex for us to be pushed out of the doctor’s office after only being given a band-aid solution and having so many questions left unanswered. For this episode, we will be talking about the current state of women’s health and what this means for us …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Writer and linguist Amanda Montell joins us to discuss “magical overthinking” and the cognitive biases that make us vulnerable to misinformation, celebrity culture and its intersections with wellness culture, how to deal with panic headlines, cultish langu…
  continue reading
 
Jaime and Matt connect with global master chef Karl Guggenmos and JWU alum Michelle Tulloch to discuss their newest venture: The Golden Plate, a global gastronomic experience that offers unique culinary retreats off the beat and path, combining history, culture, nutrition and a sense of meaning through travel. All chefs will benefit from the wisdom…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about the “adrenal body type” and unpacks the weight stigma, ageism, and pseudoscience embedded in this twist on the dubious diagnosis of “adrenal fatigue.” The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. List…
  continue reading
 
#227: Katie is a fellow Cyster of The Cysterhood and has been gluten and dairy free since June of last year. Before finding us, she struggled with irregular periods, horrible mood swings, and bloating, as I am sure many of you can relate! Katie will be sharing her experience with us on how she lost 20 lbs with PCOS, went gluten and dairy free, all …
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Endocrinologist Gregory Dodell joins us to discuss myths and facts about hormones, including the problems with doing diets and supplement protocols for “hormone balancing,” why weight-loss recommendations aren’t helpful for hormone health, how to manage th…
  continue reading
 
#226: We are continuing our Women’s History Month series with this main event…or MANE event. For this episode, we will be spilling the tea on PCOS hair. We know that as a woman, hair can be a big part of our confidence and self esteem. Unfortunately, hair loss is one the most difficult symptoms to overcome, so we are here to help you win! This epis…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Registered nutritionist, author, and friend of the pod Laura Thomas joins us to unpack the problematic notion that you need to eat a ridiculously large number of plants per week for gut health, and what we actually know about how plant foods affect the gut…
  continue reading
 
This episode is an audio version of this week’s newsletter, which is an essay about the one-year anniversary of this podcast, what’s working and what’s not, and a new experiment we’re trying with the bonus interviews starting this week. Upgrade to a paid subscription to support the show and get great perks like extended interviews, subscriber-only …
  continue reading
 
#225: What if you could sit down with a doctor who actually specializes in PCOS? What about a doctor who can give you steps on how to get your periods back that doesn’t require birth control? Cyster, in this episode we got you (and we won’t kick you out of the room earlier than you’d like to!) For this special Women’s History Month episode, we have…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Dietitian and author Julia Lévy-Ndejuru joins us to discuss fatphobia in health and wellness spaces, the problems with making sugar and snacks off-limits, the determinants of health that have nothing to do with our weight, how to recognize diets that masqu…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, writer and beauty-industry critic Jessica Defino returns to discuss the problems with skin products and skincare in general, why acne topicals aren’t long-term solutions, how to have compassion for yourself as you navigate through be…
  continue reading
 
#224: March is Women’s History Month! Today we're turning the spotlight to the women of our amazing community: the Cysterhood. For this special episode, we'll be sharing their raw, unfiltered stories, their challenges overcome, and their triumphs celebrated. This episode is for you if: - You find inspiration in hearing about real life before and af…
  continue reading
 
Writer and beauty-industry critic Jessica Defino joins us to discuss the intersections of wellness/diet culture and beauty culture, how she went from child beauty-pageant participant to working at the Kardashian-Jenner apps to eventually becoming an outspoken critic of the beauty industry, how social media is spreading harmful beauty ideals, the ag…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com In this bonus episode, psychologist and ATTENTION SPAN author Gloria Mark returns to discuss what to do when stress leads to difficulty focusing, how to reclaim your attention from your inbox, how to help kids cultivate attentional well-being, and more. Gl…
  continue reading
 
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Christy answers an audience question about wellness podcaster Andrew Huberman and his promotion of intermittent fasting, cold showers, and other dubious wellness practices. The full version of this episode is for paid subscribers. Listen to the first quest…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide