Embracing Holistic Wellness & Challenging Diet Culture with Amy Cimo

Along the Gravel Road Podcast

Ever wondered why diet culture fails to deliver long-term health benefits? Amy Cimo sheds light on her personal battle with weight, depression, and anxiety, and how it led her to focus on internal healing rather than superficial markers of health. Gain invaluable insights as we dismantle common misconceptions about weight and explore the damage caused by chronic dieting, leaning into a more compassionate and respectful approach to self-care.
Imagine preparing for a storm—this is the analogy we use to discuss the physical and emotional toll of significant life events. We chat about the necessity of recovery periods and the importance of giving yourself grace and patience during stressful times. Amy emphasizes that your efforts toward maintaining health aren't wiped away by breaks or setbacks; they are building blocks in your ongoing wellness journey. Learn how to recognize and honor your body’s signals to rest and recover, embracing a balanced mindset over perfectionism.
Finally, we delve into the essential pillars for a strong health foundation: nutrition, physical activity, emotional well-being, and environmental factors. Amy highlights the significance of mindfulness and body awareness, offering practical advice on managing cravings and developing healthier eating habits. Understand the complex triggers behind eating behaviors and the benefits of whole foods over processed ones. Celebrate the journey toward self-acceptance and overall wellness with Amy's expert guidance on embracing body appreciation and nurturing a healthier relationship with food.
About
Amy is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who values the respect for health and self-compassion first. Her own health and weight loss journey coupled with depression and anxiety led her on a path to internal healing. She uses foundational elements to support the body’s own internal balance for optimal wellness, because weight is rarely an indicator of health. She has a passion for eliminating diet culture, weight bias, and the stigma that goes along with body shape and size through guiding others to find balance between nutrition, movement and mindset. Because everyone truly deserves to live a healthy, happy and fulfilling life.
Learn more about Amy at amycimo.com
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Chapters

1. Embracing Holistic Wellness & Challenging Diet Culture with Amy Cimo (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Wellness Beyond Diet Culture (00:00:03)

3. Healing and Recovery After Events (00:10:46)

4. Building a Strong Health Foundation (00:17:22)

5. Nurturing Body Awareness and Control (00:20:55)

6. Understanding Food Cravings and Nutrient Needs (00:28:59)

7. Embracing Body Appreciation and Recovery (00:36:27)