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03 Aug 2020Why am I so obsessed with food?00:22:40

Have you ever felt like you just cannot stop thinking about food? Dalina & Melissa take a dive into these "obsessions" and break down where they come from. Are you hungry? Are you stuck in black and white thinking? Listen to us break down what is really going on and how you can take a step back and learn from your cravings and needs. 

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

14 Feb 2022Is Health About More Than What You Eat and How You Move? with Deanna Belleny Lewis MPH, RDN00:42:00

Have you heard about the social determinants of health before? Addressing the impact of systemic problems on health is becoming more common - and for good reason! Though individual behaviors matter to your health, they are not the be-all-end-all solution that diet culture says they are. In this episode, we interview public health expert and Registered Dietitian Deanna Belleny Lewis MPH, RDN to discuss:

  • What are the social determinants of health? Why does knowing about social determinants matter?
  • How can people who live with low access to health care, groceries, and safe spaces to move work on their health?
  • What can people with privilege be doing to dismantle the structures that reinforce social determinants others can’t change?

We’ve included some resources to keep learning about this topic. What were your reactions to this episode? Direct message us with your reactions - we want to hear from you!

Finding our podcast useful? Leaving a rating or honest written review helps us get found so we can support more women in becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle! Thank you for your support.

Episode Resources:


This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Join the Chula Club at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

20 Jul 2020How do I get over feeling guilty when I eat "bad foods"? 00:24:23

In today's episode Melissa + Dalina take on their first BTDC podcast listener question: how do I get over feeling guilty when I eat bad foods?

In this episode, you will:

  • hear a struggle from one of our listeners who called in to tell us: she hasn't been able to stop labeling foods "good" and "bad" -- even though she is trying to stop dieting and heal from her food guilt.

Can you relate to this struggle? Then we have your back! Melissa + Dalina put on their coaching caps to explain:

  • how to give yourself unconditional permission to eat food you want - not just when you're "skinny enough" to deserve it
  • what food voices are - and how to listen for the Food Police
  • what to do to quiet the food police so you can create a more peaceful relationship with food

If you want your Intuitive Eating struggle featured in an upcoming episode - we want to hear from you! Follow @break.the.diet.pod on Instgram and click the link in bio to record your 60 second question. 

For more support, follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

06 Dec 2021[repost] why am I so obsessed with food?00:23:46

Have you ever felt like you just cannot stop thinking about food? Dalina & Melissa take a dive into these "obsessions" and break down where they come from. Are you hungry? Are you stuck in black and white thinking? Listen to us break down what is really going on and how you can take a step back and learn from your cravings and needs.

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

23 Aug 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 5: Discover the Satisfaction Factor00:24:32

Dalina’s interview her client and fellow Chula Adriana to discuss Dalina’s favorite Intuitive Eating principle: discovering the satisfaction factor. Next to rejecting diet mindset, this is one of the most important skills you can learn as an intuitive eater, and in fact, is the ENTIRE point of the process!

In today’s episode we cover:

  • How food satisfaction increases LIFE satisfaction
  • How has eating without fear helped Adriana regain control of her health
  • What would Adriana say to someone afraid of giving into satisfaction?

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

31 Oct 2022is it okay if eating sweets makes you happy?00:24:10

Favorite halloween candy on three! 1, 2, 3. JUNIOR MINTS! Whatever your go to halloween sweet - we need to talk. It's okay if you love sweets - including halloween candy. And, it's okay if you love food in general. Too often new Intuitive Eaters try to banish their love of food by turning Intuitive Eating into a restrictive diet. When it comes to sweets, if you focus too much on *whether or not you should keep sweets in the house* and *stopping when full* you miss the bigger picture: allowing SATISFACTION to guide your eating effortlessly, so you finally feel free! What if you could relax, and confidently keep sweets in the house with no more guilt? This week, you can use available halloween candy as an opportunity to learn how to create this exact kind of relationship with sweets. Instead of spiraling out this week over candy, Melissa will use this solo episode to show you how to find some peace as you:

  • Let go of food morality, guilt, and shame that hurts your intuitive eating process
  • Consider the satisfaction you get from your food (and life!) - this week, and generally
  • Feel more comfortable with an “All foods fit” mindset as part of your gentle nutrition approach
  • Self-assess where candy binges are coming from if you’ve already stopped dieting and no longer really call foods “good” and “bad” in your mind

Melissa also gives you some reflection questions to reframe your relationship with food by surfacing thoughts and feelings that might be getting in the way. 

Dm Melissa @no.more.guilt anytime you’d like to say hello and share a favorite takeaway from the episode. Really loving the pod? Your 5 star review and feedback means the world! Thank you for supporting the pod so we can help others become the first in the family to break the diet cycle, just like we are!

Episode Resources:

  • Melissa mentions a recent Reel video she made on Instagram about Halloween candy, you can watch it here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CkMImg4ggKH/
  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. You can apply at www.melissalandrynutrition.com or message her on Instagram @no.more.guilt to learn more. Group coaching programs are currently on hold, but Melissa may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

05 Jul 2021How did your mother impact your relationship with food?00:27:43

In anticipation of their upcoming Intuitive Eating Series, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk about how relationships between moms and daughters impact food guilt and body shame, how weight stigma within families can hurt (bad) and how to not let that hurt get the better of your desire to find food freedom.

Melissa’s shares part of her personal story with her Mom and together your co-hosts offer practical tips about moving forward toward feeling peaceful in your body.

We discuss:

  • techniques for cultivating compassion for what our mothers did not know
  • how to acknowledge the hurt others caused you (especially if you still want to be in a relationship with someone who hurt you, today)
  • the importance of therapy and boundary setting work alongside the Intuitive Eating journey for our clients
  • how to prioritize yourself so you can actually move on living life without food guilt and body shame

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

08 Nov 2021[repost] but how do I deal with family judging the way I eat? 00:24:45

This episode is WORTH repeating. Why? Trying to be the first in your family to break the diet cycle can be HARD. Do you often struggle with family members making comments about your body and food choices? It's like in one breath they want you to eat all the food on your plate, but then make comments on your weight. This is super tough, especially if you are new to intuitive eating and just trying to figure it all out for yourself.

On this episode we discuss how to handle comments from your family and friends and how to be comfortable with setting boundaries.

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

26 Oct 2020Does losing weight help pain and mobility? with Danny Shapiro, PT00:38:16

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Danny Shapiro, Physical Therapist to set the record straight on the relationship between weight, pain, and mobility. 

Many of our clients fear weight will hold them back from being fit and enjoying life. When they decide to stop focusing on weight loss for their mental and emotional health, they can feel worried: what will that mean for their physical health over the years? Are they doomed to a life of pain and immobility?  Especially if they gain weight?

If you have ever struggled with similar fears, but you still want to break the diet cycle - this episode is for you. 

Danny will show you how to approach your aches and pains  without a side of diet culture - so you can feel confident in improving your body's physical ability and feel your best at any size.

Danny talks us through why - and how - he teaches physical self-care (instead of weight loss) to improve the physical wellbeing of his clients, and how you can do this too!

In today’s episode we discuss:

  • what your doctor may have wrong in prescribing weight loss to treat pain
  • common problem areas like knee and hip pain- are they related to weight gain? what can you do about it?
  • what to do when pain or mobility issues trigger negative body image and harmful dieting behaviors

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching

03 Oct 2022how to find the best books for your weight inclusive reading list with Amy Rapone, MS, RD00:34:34

CALLING ALL BOOK LOVERS! Is your anti-diet, body positive “TO BE READ” pile just eyeing you, collecting dust? In this episode, Amy Rapone MS, RD (@radlovenutrition), fellow Anti-Diet Registered Dietitian, talks about:

  • How to find the best books for your Intuitive Eating and body image journey
  • Fiction vs. non-fiction books - which are better to support your understanding of yourself and the anti-diet, fat positive philosophy?
  • The importance of telling fat stories for individual healing and to push back on biased body standards we see in society
  • How book club discussions can help you understand different lived experiences from your own
  • Tips to “jump in” on your growing anti-diet book list, without it feeling like homework!

Amy kindly shares her favorite, curated book list for you to stock your bookshelf. Here’s her Bookshop.org Affiliate Link: https://bookshop.org/shop/radlove

If you *have* the books, but just aren’t reading, I highly recommend you find community and join Amy’s next book club!  Enroll today and you’ll start on 10/18/2022: https://www.radlovenutrition.com/book-club

Episode Resources:

Want coaching support through Melissa's No Guilt Framework? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. However, may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

09 Aug 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 3: Make Peace with Food00:27:27

We’re continuing on in our Intuitive Eating Skill series with Principle 3: make peace with food. In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Dalina Soto interviews her former client Vanessa to discuss her experience:

  • Getting out of the binge-restrict cycle so many chronic dieters find themselves in
  • overcoming fears when giving yourself unconditional permission to eat
  • Eating with connection and intent (instead of mindlessly and full of guilt!)
  • Plus “pro tips” to neutralize food past diets labeled as “bad” or “forbidden” so you can feel peaceful around these foods again!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

What did you think of this episode? Leave us a review letting us know how the pod is positively impacting your Intuitive Eating journey. We love hearing from you!

02 Aug 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 2: Honor Your Hunger00:24:43

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss Intuitive Eating Principle 2: Honor your Hunger as they walk you through Intuitive Eating with more detail. In today’s episode we discuss:

  • Primal hunger: what is it?
  • The importance of carbs and eating enough
  • What does hunger even feel like?
  • How chronic dieting can mess up your hunger cues
  • How to get started exploring your hunger without judgement or guilt

This episode includes several practical takeaways for you to improve your ability to honor your hunger. Direct message Melissa or Dalina with what you learn from today’s exercises!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

27 Dec 2021[repost] how can I honor my culture and eat intuitively? with Christyna Johnson00:42:47

Today on the pod, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Christyna Johnson, MS, RDN, LDN.

Do you sometimes think you how can I keep my cultural foods and eat intuitively when I am constantly hearing they aren't healthy? In this episode, we're calling BS on that! Why? Because many of the nutrition recommendations were not made with other cultures in mind, leaving us feeling like we need to cut our cultural foods in order to be "healthy". 

If you are ready to stop on-again, off-again dieting, but you feel confused how you'll ever make peace with your cultural foods our guest Christyna discusses how we can embrace our culture and eat intuitively. In this episode, Christyna offers tips to help you work through these thoughts and provides us with great insight! In today’s episode…We talk to Christyna about honoring your culture and eating intuitively.
Learn how to advocate for yourself and your needs when looking for healthcare providers, especially when dealing with an eating disorder.
*bonus topic* how do you date confidently when you don't feel confident?

Episode Resources:
Follow Christyna on Instagram @encouragingdietitian
Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist
This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist, Dalina Soto

Get your quick intro to intuitive eating!Are you ready to nourish your body and learn to respect it? Become a diet culture disruptor and apply to my 1:1 program!

29 Nov 2021[repost] how do I get over feeling guilty when I eat "bad foods"?00:25:12

In today's episode Melissa + Dalina take on their first BTDC podcast listener question: how do I get over feeling guilty when I eat bad foods?

In this episode, you will:

hear a struggle from one of our listeners who called in to tell us: she hasn't been able to stop labeling foods "good" and "bad" -- even though she is trying to stop dieting and heal from her food guilt.

Can you relate to this struggle? Then we have your back! Melissa + Dalina put on their coaching caps to explain:

how to give yourself unconditional permission to eat food you want - not just when you're "skinny enough" to deserve it what food voices are - and how to listen for the Food Police what to do to quiet the food police so you can create a more peaceful relationship with food

If you want your Intuitive Eating struggle featured in an upcoming episode - we want to hear from you! Follow @break.the.diet.pod on Instgram and click the link in bio to record your 60 second question.

For more support, follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

06 Jun 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 3: Make Peace with Food00:27:27

We’re continuing on in our Intuitive Eating Skill series with Principle 3: make peace with food. In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Dalina Soto interviews her former client Vanessa to discuss her experience:

Getting out of the binge-restrict cycle so many chronic dieters find themselves in
overcoming fears when giving yourself unconditional permission to eat
Eating with connection and intent (instead of mindlessly and full of guilt!)
Plus “pro tips” to neutralize food past diets labeled as “bad” or “forbidden” so you can feel peaceful around these foods again!

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Get your free Intuitive Eating guide at: https://yourlatinanutrition.teachable.com/p/quick-intro-to-intuitive-eating
Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Apply for group coaching at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

What did you think of this episode? Leave us a review letting us know how the pod is positively impacting your Intuitive Eating journey. We love hearing from you!

26 Sep 2022getting over Intuitive Eating fears with Aston M00:48:59

So many people love the idea of Intuitive Eating but struggle with putting it into practice because it feels WAY too scary to start on your own. In this episode, former No More Guilt client Aston Moody shares her main fears about Intuitive Eating before coming into the No More Guilt program over a year and a half ago, how she overcame her fears of weight gain, redefined “doing the right thing” around food, and what’s been happening since she graduated. She talks about her love of Enneagram and how she used it as a tool alongside Intuitive Eating skills to heal her lifelong struggle with dieting. We talk about the impacts of growing up in the 80s and 90s on food and body image. Aston talks about what life is like now that she is no longer measuring time in terms of whether or not she is on a diet, cheating on a diet, or gearing up for the next one. Aston will share some key insights for your Intuitive Eating work, especially for anyone who considers themselves a “black and white thinker” who is too often hard on themselves in this inspiring episode.

Loving Break the Diet Cycle Podcast? Review it - and if you’re feeling like you want to pay it forward, send your favorite episode to a friend.

Episode Resources:

Melissa mentioned a group coaching waitlist in this episode. Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients, however, may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

13 Dec 2021[repost] how do I deal with my MLM friends on Insta?00:36:50

In the final episode of Season 1, Melissa of @no.more.guilt and Dalina of @your.latina.nutritionist unpack how multi-level marketing dieting companies can threaten your food freedom and how you can set boundaries in ways that feel positive. 

We'll cover:
how weight loss ads and multi-level marketing (MLM) company messages make their way into our day-to-day lives and personal relationships what to do when you need to *politely decline* a friend or family member's attempt to sell whatever product they say "works for them" the frustrations many women feel as these companies put tension on personal relationships how to cope with anger and disappointment you may feel when someone targets you for weight loss sales because of your size

We hope this episode helps you feel more empowered in your decision to find food freedom so you can more confidently navigate this difficult part of diet culture.

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

17 Aug 2020How do I deal with my MLM friends on Insta?00:36:00

In the final episode of Season 1, Melissa of @no.more.guilt and Dalina of @your.latina.nutritionist unpack how multi-level marketing dieting companies can threaten your food freedom and how you can set boundaries in ways that feel positive. We'll cover:

  • how weight loss ads and multi-level marketing (MLM) company messages make their way into our day-to-day lives and personal relationships
  • what to do when you need to *politely decline* a friend or family member's attempt to sell whatever product they say "works for them"
  • the frustrations many women feel as these companies put tension on personal relationships
  • how to cope with anger and disappointment you may feel when someone targets you for weight loss sales because of your size

We hope this episode helps you feel more empowered in your decision to find food freedom so you can more confidently navigate this difficult part of diet culture.

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

25 May 2020Are you dieting on the DL?00:28:23

Dieting has been linked to weight cycling, food guilt, and disordered eating. The problem we find? Most people don't think they are dieting when they really are! If you are struggling in your relationship with food and you are convinced that you're not dieting - this episode is for you. We'll cover:

  • what a diet is (and how diet culture tries to confuse you)
  • why diets don't work long-term
  • give examples of sneaky dieting behaviors to look out for (or "dieting on the down low" as Dalina calls it)
  • offer some ideas to address your diet mindset (and get relief from food guilt)!

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

16 Aug 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 4: Challenge the Food Police00:33:52

We’re continuing on in our Intuitive Eating Skill series with Principle 4: challenge the food police. In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss:

  • Where the inner “food police voice” comes from
  • How Intuitive Eating uses cognitive behavioral therapy to shift negative self-talk and food guilt
  • The difference between the self-talk of a  “dieter” and an “intuitive eater”
  • Types of negative thinking to look out for in your food freedom journey

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

What did you think of this episode? Leave us a review letting us know how the pod is positively impacting your Intuitive Eating journey. We love hearing from you!

01 Mar 2021Unapologetic Eating with Alissa Rumsey, MS, RDN00:38:57

Do you ever feel uncertain of your food freedom journey? Are dieting thoughts taking up all the space in your brain? Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview fellow Dietitian and author Alissa Rumsey explain why it's so hard to ditch diet culture as they discuss key themes in Alissa's new book: Unapologetic Eating (now available on Amazon).

In today’s episode we discuss:

  • how Intuitive Eating served as a gateway toward Alissa's social justice lens on food
  • diet culture as a symptom of societal and cultural issues like racism and fatphobia
  • how dieting behaviors can create a sense of belonging (even when they aren't working)
  • how you can dismantle diet culture through unapologetic eating

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutrition with Dalina Soto

Reminder that though we are dietitians, but we’re not *YOUR* dietitian. Podcasts don’t constitute treatment. If you have concerns about your dieting behaviors, seek out guidance from a medical or mental health professional. Dalina is currently enrolling clients into 1:1 programs, group programs, and, offering a self-paced course for diet culture disruptors.

Join Group Or visit website www.yourlatinanutrition.com

08 Jun 2020 But how do I deal with family judging the way I eat?00:23:38

Trying to be the first in your family to break the diet cycle can be HARD. Do you often struggle with family members making comments about your body and food choices? It's like in one breath they want you to eat all the food on your plate, but then make comments on your weight. This is super tough, especially if you are new to intuitive eating and just trying to figure it all out for yourself. 

On this episode we discuss how to handle comments from your family and friends and how to be comfortable with setting boundaries. 

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle. 

28 Sep 2020How to get the look you want in plus size with Josie Wass00:39:43

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry are back for Season 2 of Break the Diet Cycle with an all new format: interviews with experts! Our first episode features Josie Wass, music teacher and plus size fashion blogger.

Do you sometimes think you would feel happier and more confident in your clothes at a smaller size? In this episode, we're calling BS on that message! Why? Our clients keep choosing harmful weight loss diets instead of developing the skills they ACTUALLY need to feel confident in their bigger bodies!

If you are ready to stop on-again, off-again dieting, but you feel confused how you'll ever find a style that makes you feel good in a bigger body, our guest Josie can relate. In this episode, Josie offers tips to help you work through your clothing concerns so you can create a personal style you feel free and confident in, just like she did!

In today’s episode…

  • hear Josie's journey to food freedom and why she started a fashion blog on Instagram
  • learn how to introduce color into your wardrobe (and let go of the idea you can only wear black!)
  • get confident navigating plus sizing, especially if you are between sizes and sometimes "XL" in straight-size stores
  • stop buying clothes solely to hide body parts you feel ashamed of and feel great instead

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

04 Jan 2021Exercise for all bodies with Lauren Leavell00:37:13

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Lauren Leavell to discuss exercising for ALL bodies!

In today’s episode we answer YOUR listener questions …

  • Understanding modifications for YOUR body when working out.
  • How to tune out diet culture and enjoy your workouts!
  • Understanding the importance of recovering after your workouts!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

27 Jun 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 6: Feel Your Fullness00:33:38

Do you struggle to listen to your fullness? Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Ex-Dieter and member of Melissa’s No More Guilt Community, Suzanne, to talk about one of the most difficult to master Intuitive Eating skills: feeling your fullness. Suzanne gives her real-life take on:

In today’s episode we cover:

why she choose Intuitive Eating as her next step in healing food guilt Whether or not hunger/fullness scales are helpful to learn to trust yourself? Her biggest challenge listening to her fullness and how she worked through it How she connected to her body WITHOUT making it feel like pressure to be perfect with your fullness all the time after YEARS of chronic dieting

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram:@your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

20 Dec 2021[repost] how to get the look you want in plus size with Josie Wass00:40:32

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry are back for Season 2 of Break the Diet Cycle with an all new format: interviews with experts! 

Our first episode features Josie Wass, music teacher and plus size fashion blogger. Do you sometimes think you would feel happier and more confident in your clothes at a smaller size? 

In this episode, we're calling BS on that message! Why? Our clients keep choosing harmful weight loss diets instead of developing the skills they ACTUALLY need to feel confident in their bigger bodies! If you are ready to stop on-again, off-again dieting, but you feel confused how you'll ever find a style that makes you feel good in a bigger body, our guest Josie can relate. 

In this episode, Josie offers tips to help you work through your clothing concerns so you can create a personal style you feel free and confident in, just like she did!In today’s episode…hear Josie's journey to food freedom and why she started a fashion blog on Instagram learn how to introduce color into your wardrobe (and let go of the idea you can only wear black!) get confident navigating plus sizing, especially if you are between sizes and sometimes "XL" in straight-size stores stop buying clothes solely to hide body parts you feel ashamed of and feel great instead.

Episode Resources:

Follow Josie Wass on Instagram @aplusfatshion
Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist
This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching

30 Aug 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 6: Feel Your Fullness00:33:38

Do you struggle to listen to your fullness? Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Ex-Dieter and member of Melissa’s No More Guilt Community, Suzanne, to talk about one of the most difficult to master Intuitive Eating skills: feeling your fullness. Suzanne gives her real-life take on:

In today’s episode we cover:

  • why she choose Intuitive Eating as her next step in healing food guilt
  • Whether or not hunger/fullness scales are helpful to learn to trust yourself?
  • Her biggest challenge listening to her fullness and how she worked through it
  • How she connected to her body WITHOUT making it feel like pressure to be perfect with your fullness all the time after YEARS of chronic dieting

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

21 Dec 2020How do you raise kids to have a healthy relationship with food? with Jay Baum00:35:54

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Jay Baum to discuss raising Intuitive Eaters!

In today’s episode we answer YOUR listener questions…

  • How can you encourage kids to try a variety of foods without pressuring them or creating "good" and "bad" food dynamics? 
  • How do you keep sweets neutral so kids don't obsess over them?
  • How can you get family on board and protect kids from outside diet culture influences when you are working hard to create peace around food at home?  Especially family stepped in diet culture who comment things like: "of course he loves to eat! look at his size"
  • When parents are managing work AND school from home - how do you keep food practical so kids eat enough?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

09 Nov 2020How can I be vegan and eat intuitively? with Taylor Wolfram00:37:19

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Taylor Wolfram MS, RDN LDN

Do you want to be vegan but are afraid of falling into diet culture trap?

Do you struggle with understanding how to be vegan and still be in recovery of your eating disorder? 

Do you struggle with understanding how you can be ethical about being a vegan and still meeting your needs?

In today’s episode…

  • hear Taylor discuss how to be Vegan/Vegetarian when struggling with an ED
  • make sure you are getting enough nutrients while being vegan
  • learn to deal with fatphobia/healthism in veganism & so much more!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist, become a diet culture disruptor today!

Are you ready to learn to nourish and respect your body while still keeping your culture alive? Apply to work with Dalina

12 Dec 2022what would you say to your inner child about body positivity? with Zoë Bisbing, LCSW00:37:49

Today we’ve enlisted Zoë Bisbing, an eating disorder therapist, activist, mother of three and co-founder of @fullbloomproject to talk about body positive parenting skills and inner child work.

If you’ve ever felt like you *WANT* to be body positive (so you can push back on the very diet culture that hurt you!)…but struggle to feel positive about YOUR OWN larger or changing body, you’re not alone. 

We talk about where the disconnect between your body positive heart and mind, why it's so hard to heal from past diet trauma, and what you can do to move forward, while preventing harm to others around you. 

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • The difference between your body genetics and body ancestry on body positivity
  • What it takes for the word  “fat” to become a neutral descriptor if you have a history of bullying, shame, and trauma around the word “fat”
  • Creative techniques to approach your own reparenting,  or inner child work, around food and body image, especially if you didn’t have a body positive parent yourself!
  • How to create a body positive environment for kids you encounter: as a parent, aunt, or, anyone close to young people!

Loving the pod and finding benefit? I’d love your honest review! Want to be my ABSOLUTE hero? Go on and share your favorite episode with someone you care about. Spreading the word helps us Break the Diet Cycle, together!

Episode Resources:

Do you ever wish you could have my full support alongside the pod? I’m currently accepting 1:1 clients- and I’d love to work with someone like you. Apply at: ​​https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxFfC_Jnsb_NL2p4urty02WVf3DcGCNv3lbBWrUCKJvcXoWg/viewform or visit: www.melissalandrynutrition.com for more information.

11 Jul 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 8: Respect Your Body00:45:00

Body respect can feel difficult after years of dieting. If all you’ve ever known is trying to change your body into something different, then you’ll want to know about Intuitive Eating Principle 8: Respect Your Body. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Allison Latham-Jones, stylist and Intuitive Eater to cover:

What body respect means to ex-dieters Why it is important to be comfortable and express your style through clothes Ways you can improve their relationship to clothing at home, work, and special events Ways to cope with weight stigma and letting go of the weight loss fantasy

In this episode, we mention new information we're learning about the about the ecological impact of renting clothing. In the spirit of supporting your value-driven decision making, here are the articles mentioned for you to consider as you balance your values for body respect and environmentalism:

https://www.fastcompany.com/90651753/renting-clothing-is-worse-for-the-planet-than-just-throwing-it-away-study-shows

https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1748-9326/abfac3/pdf

Episode Resources:

Follow Allison on Instagram: @best.dressed.styling Visit https://bestdressedstyling.com/ for more resources Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram:@no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

20 Jun 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 5: Discover the Satisfaction Factor00:24:32

Dalina’s interview her client and fellow Chula Adriana to discuss Dalina’s favorite Intuitive Eating principle: discovering the satisfaction factor. Next to rejecting diet mindset, this is one of the most important skills you can learn as an intuitive eater, and in fact, is the ENTIRE point of the process!

In today’s episode we cover:

How food satisfaction increases LIFE satisfaction How has eating without fear helped Adriana regain control of her health What would Adriana say to someone afraid of giving into satisfaction?

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod

Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Get your free Intuitive Eating guide at: https://yourlatinanutrition.teachable.com/p/quick-intro-to-intuitive-eating Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Apply for group coaching at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

21 Feb 2022How Do You Let Go of Wanting to Lose Weight?00:40:46

For many people, the idea of no longer dieting is the easy part of Intuitive Eating. If you’ve dieted since you were 15 years old - you’re SO exhausted by now. It’s kind of a relief to hear “diets don't work” - because you’ve known it all along.

But then what?!

What often DOESN’T feel like relief for clients is the idea they are going to be stuck in a bigger body that feels uncomfortable.

Today, Dalina and Melissa talk about how to work toward body neutrality, that is, respecting your body, so you don’t feel so much guilt and rebellion around food. First we’ll describe how to imagine body image on a spectrum, then we will cover some tips to go from there. You’ll learn:

  1. How to surface and calm your inner body police based on your lived experiences in a bigger body
  2. Why body neutrality matters to staying motivated (and being realistic!) with the body image process
  3. 3 exercises for body neutrality you can consider to find more neutrality in your bigger

What did you think of our conversation today? DM on Instagram us with your reactions - we love to hear from you!


Episode Resources:


This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

17 Jan 2022The 5 Most Diet Culture-y Things We Have Ever Heard (and Why They're Actually Harmful!)00:16:49

Today is Blue Monday! What’s that? It’s the day dieting companies hope you feel *SO* down about yourself, you fall for their dieting claims as a way to feel better about yourself. EYE ROLL.

We’re not falling for it! To help you focus on your goal of finding food freedom - and finally make this the first year you ditch diets for GOOD - we made a list of the TOP “diety” things we hear our clients talk about.

We’ll react to (and debunk!) popular fads and trends like: detox teas, diet pills, flat tummy lollipops, carb restriction, and “eating windows”. Rejecting diet culture ideas like these will help you feel empowered so you don’t feel so compelled to try them anymore!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

25 Oct 2021[repost] so, does Intuitive Eating mean giving up on yourself?00:26:59

We've opened up the vault! We're re-releasing past episodes while we work on Season 5 of Break the Diet Podcast. This episode is for you if you've ever wondered: "does intuitive eating just mean giving up on myself?" 

Dalina and Melissa break down the facts in this episode to help you understand what the real meaning of intuitive eating is and how you can embrace it. 

Are you ready? Let's break the diet cycle! Want more support? Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle!

22 Jun 2020How am I supposed to feel confident in THIS body?!00:23:36

Have you ever felt like you're ALL for body positivity for ~other women~, but can't really get there for yourself? We've got you covered here at Break the Diet Cycle Pod! In this episode Melissa and Dalina talk about:

  • the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence - and how you can have both at any size
  • why it's important to reach for body respect, which feels neutral, instead of body love
  • what to do to prevent, and quickly recover from, negative  body image days with resilience - so you don't run back to dieting and food guilt

We recommend checking out a few of our favorite instagram accounts that informed much of how we think about this topic. Follow and support @yrfatfriend and @bodyimagewithbri on Instagram. 

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

28 Feb 2022How Can I Be More Sex Positive If I Struggle With Body Image?00:42:45

Many clients tell us that intimacy issues come up because of their body image. If you’ve ever had the idea your body was not sexy or desirable because of your shape or size – you may wonder: how do you start to become more sex positive as part of your body image work? What do you do if you had a negative experience in the past where a partner made a negative comment about you or someone else’s body? This stuff is hard to talk about, so Melissa and Dalina brought in Cindy Luquin, a bilingual certified sex educator from @howlatthewomb so we could discuss:

  • What is purity culture? How does it impact our body ideals?
  • How do you reclaim pleasure for yourself vs. positioning the you look as solely serving your partner?
  • What do you suggest to help our listeners feel more at peace with parts of their body they’ve long felt shame about: bigger bellies, body hair, stretch marks, saggy boobs?

We felt nervous to talk about <seggs> as the kids on TikTok call it (we explain why that is, too!), but in the end found ourselves empowered by this conversation! How did you feel considering sex positivity in your body image work? DM us on instagram with your reaction, or, leave an honest review wherever you listened!

Episode Resources:

  • Follow our guest Cindy: https://www.instagram.com/howlatthewomb/
  • Visit Cindy’s website: ​​https://www.howlatthewomb.com/
  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
  • Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

13 Sep 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 8: Respect Your Body00:45:00

Body respect can feel difficult after years of dieting. If all you’ve ever known is trying to change your body into something different, then you’ll want to know about Intuitive Eating Principle 8: Respect Your Body. Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Allison Latham-Jones, stylist and Intuitive Eater to cover:

  • What body respect means to ex-dieters
  • Why it is important to be comfortable and express your style through clothes
  • Ways you can improve their relationship to clothing at home, work, and special events
  • Ways to cope with weight stigma and letting go of the weight loss fantasy

In this episode, we mention new information we're learning about the about the ecological impact of renting clothing. In the spirit of supporting your value-driven decision making, here are the articles mentioned for you to consider as you balance your values for body respect and environmentalism:

https://www.fastcompany.com/90651753/renting-clothing-is-worse-for-the-planet-than-just-throwing-it-away-study-shows

https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1748-9326/abfac3/pdf


Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

07 Mar 2022What Is Perimenopause?00:42:37

Dalina and I are not in menopause - but WE ARE NOW CONVINCED - we need to talk about menopause WAY sooner! We realized through this recording: we know nothing about our mother’s experience - and her story can be a major “tell” of how your menopause will go.

And if you are in menopause? “THE CHANGE” has you managing symptoms like hot flashes and body changes – so we know diets can feel especially compelling. You’ll do anything for relief!

Today, we’re interviewing fellow RD Jenn Huber to discuss how to recognize signs of menopause, prepare, and take care of yourself *without* a side of diet culture. We chat:

  • What is perimenopause? When should we start thinking about it?
  • How does menopause impact emotions and hunger as Intuitive Eaters
  • Normalizing the aging process
  • Jenn’s take on supplements for those managing menopause

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

20 Sep 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 9: Movement - Feel the Difference00:25:30

Do you have a complicated relationship with movement? You’re not alone. Though there are undoubtedly mental and physical benefits to moving regularly - many chronic dieters find themselves struggling to find motivation without goals of weight loss creating all-or-nothing extremes!

In today’s episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk about Intuitive Eating Principle 9: Movement - Feel the Difference. They discuss:

  • What is joyful movement?
  • How to stop seeing movement only as “calorie burn”
  • The importance of rest, “quality sitting” and balance in movement routines
  • Strategies to find joy in movement again

In this episode, Dalina mentions an article about the importance of quality “sitting”. You can check it out here: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/01/21/959140732/just-move-scientist-author-debunks-myths-about-exercise-and-sleep?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&fbclid=IwAR0aetPLhUc6efJ_h5j9z9VYNM0s_Sl64GxmmGZOg_wiSMYOB_CtxYmR95o

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

26 Jul 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality with Elyse Resch MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, FAND00:37:24

Does Intuitive Eating sound good, but you’re not sure if you can get past the idea of it being “bad for your health”? This episode helps dispel the myth that intuitive eating means “giving up” or “just eating what you want” as we kick off our Intuitive Eating skill series with Principle One: Reject the Diet Mentality!

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, co-author of Intuitive Eating to explain:

  • How the authors came to the idea of intuitive eating
  • What it means to approach health holistically - and not just focused on weight loss
  • How the authors adapted Intuitive Eating over time
  • And lastly, Elyse’s hope for the future of Intuitive Eating so more people like you can #breakthedietcycle

Episode Resources:

  • Follow Elyse Resh MS, RDN CEDRD-S on Instagram: @elyseresch and Find Elyse’s books on Amazon: Intuitive Eating, The Intuitive Eating Workbook, The Intuitive Eating Card Deck—50 Bite-Sized Ways to Make Peace with Food, The Intuitive Eating Workbook for Teens and The Intuitive Eating Journal—Your Guided Journey for Nourishing a Healthy Relationship with Food
  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
  • Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

14 Nov 2022what would it take for doctors to stop focusing on weight? with Dr. Maggie Landes, MD00:47:43

The doors for The Gentle Nutrition Intensive are opening on Weds 11/16 through black friday 🎉 Add your name to the waitlist and I’ll send you all the details! https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

Today on the podcast Melissa interviews Dr. Maggie Landes - board-certified physician, public health nutritionist, and anti-diet wellness expert who specializes in educating health professionals and their patients about the Health at Every Size model of care. Through her Pro2Pro services, Maggie supports other health professionals to participate in, and promote, a weight-inclusive approach to their clinical practice. Which is why she was the *perfect* person to ask: what would it take for doctors to stop focusing on weight?

We talk:

  • Maggie’s “a-ha” moment that moved her toward the Health at Every Size practice
  • What doctors are learn (and don’t learn) about nutrition and weight during their medical training
  • The harms of medical weight stigma, and how to protect yourself as a patient
  • How grassroots and top-down efforts can work to change access to weight inclusive health care

Are you new to the pod? Been here a while? Your 5 star review and feedback means the world! Thank you for supporting the pod so we can help others become the first in the family to break the diet cycle, just like we are!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. You can apply at www.melissalandrynutrition.com or message her on Instagram @no.more.guilt to learn more. Group coaching programs are currently on hold, but Melissa may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

29 Aug 2022when does body image become a problem? with Nicole P [Melissa's client]00:44:06

I mean - we can assume most of us have an origin story here, right?! 

Food guilt doesn’t spring out of nowhere...when did it start for you? 

My client Nicole shares when her body image problems started, when she realized it was time for her to make a change, and how she leaned on the No More Guilt program for 3 months to:

  • Stop harmful dieting practices (hello, binge restrict cycle) every time she experienced negative body image
  • Play with her son on the beach…in a bathing suit…no drama, totally carefree like she never imagined
  • Let her friends in on her journey, instead of hiding it
  • Practice SUPER strong self-care
  • Use her intuitive eating mindset to improve multiple aspects of her life: including work, relationships, and her relationship with spending

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

19 Jul 2021How can women in bigger bodies find food freedom in a fatphobic world?00:50:25

In today’s episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Melissa Landry interviews her former client, Amanda Street to talk about how women in bigger bodies can find food freedom in a fatphobic world.

Prior to pursuing food freedom, Amanda believed in body positivity for herself and others... but still struggled with dieting behaviors and food guilt! We talk about how she used the No Guilt Framework to align the way she treated her body to her body positive aspirations. We review:

  • why Amanda chose food freedom over dieting “just one more time
  • barriers to finding food freedom for women in bigger bodies (like, people offering diet advice and always assuming you want to lose weight)
  • Ways amanda over came these barriers, plus
  • tips for anyone in a bigger body who feels they should "lose weight before trying intuitive eating” or feels that food freedom just isn't for someone like them!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

12 Jul 2021Why do high school #bodygoals linger so long? 00:28:26

In anticipation of their upcoming Intuitive Eating Series, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk through a common roadblock to becoming an Intuitive Eater: holding on too tightly to #bodygoals from your teenage years.

If you struggle with lingering shame over your body changing during your teenage years, or, shame it may never look the same as your teenage years - this episode will help you navigate your lingering teenage body ideals with a new perspective!

In today’s episode we discuss…

  • terrible 2000s trends like frosted lip gloss and trucker hats - yikes!
  • the no-to-so-awesome origins of why society values women who look young and small
  • how to let go of body goals that no longer serve you, like trying to fit in “your high school jeans”
  • deciding how you want to let your body change as you age (and it will!)
  • how to live in your choices for your body while still honoring the body autonomy of other women who may choose to cope with their body changes different from you

Episode Resources:

  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
  • Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist
  • To see the list of 2000s trends Melissa and Dalina discuss at the beginning of this this episode, visit: https://www.bustle.com/style/nostalgic-fashion-trends-from-the-early-2000s-that-will-make-you-miss-your-tattoo-choker

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

21 Nov 2022why can't our families be "normal" about food?00:23:20

Do you ever just wish your family was “normal’ when it came to food and body image stuff? 

Especially as you start to learn more about Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size, you can’t help but grieve what could have been if only YOUR mother had learned to break the diet cycle so that you didn't have to. 

What would life be like if diet culture weren't such a big part of your family's story? I think about that all the time for my own family. And the truth is, we both may never know. What I do know is that grief around your experience with family diet trauma can feel more tender around the holidays as you may be spending more time back inside the family unit your diet trauma came from. 

How do we allow differences within our family's healing journey work while also protecting our peace and calm as adult children of chronic dieters? Are  we doomed to stay stuck in our family diet trauma? 

With Thanksgiving this week and the holidays around the corner, Melissa is taking you beyond “boundary setting tips” by helping you consider:

  • What does it mean to have a “normal” family when it comes to food and body image?
  • What generational diet response are you most likely to experience over the holidays?
  • What boundaries can- and cannot - do for your Intuitive Eating practice
  • How to cope with kindness while practicing boundary setting with family stuck in diet culture (who might not understand...)
  • The pros and cons of different types of boundary setting techniques you see on social media

If this episode made you realize it’s time to get more support in your Intuitive Eating work, dm me @no.more.guilt on Instagram for more information about my current programs. This is the last week to enroll in the Gentle Nutrition Intensive small group. If you are on the waitlist, you have received your invitation by email. Go check it out and enroll today! The waitlist will remain open through Black Friday 11/25/2022. You can still add your name here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups or apply for coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

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24 May 2021why do dietitians disagree about weight loss? with Maria Sylvester Terry MS, RDN00:46:29

If you follow Registered Dietitians for advice and tips on Instagram you may notice two VERY different worlds.

Some Dietitians promote dieting for weight loss, while others adopt an "anti-diet" or "non-diet" approach of weight inclusivity. If you find these mixed-messages confusing, you're not alone. Like many evidence-based fields leaning on new and emerging research, there are differing philosophies around weight loss, including if and how it should be approached!

In today’s episode we called on fellow Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Maria Terry Sylvester MS, RDN, LDN to discuss:

  • the difference between a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and a nutritionist
  • what training ALL Registered Dietitian Nutritionists receive
  • how to know if the Registered Dietitians Nutritionist is right for your needs
  • how to navigate nutrition messages that confuse or trigger you

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry. Reminder that though we are dietitians, we’re not *YOUR* dietitian. Podcasts don’t constitute treatment. If you have concerns about your dieting behaviors, seek out guidance from a medical or mental health professional. And if you’re looking for the process, support, and focus you need to live life without food guilt apply for a coaching program from today’s sponsor. No More Guilt with Melissa Landry is currently enrolling clients into 1:1 programs, group programs, and, recently added a do-it-yourself learning format: the Ex-Dieter’s Guide to No More Guilt. Visit me on Instagram @no.more.guilt or go to www.melissalandrynutrition.com for your free guide to get started!

17 Oct 2022is it okay to track as an Intuitive Eater with Jessi Haggerty RD00:40:58

So you deleted your MFP (myfitnesspal) or other food tracking apps but still sometimes find your thumb hovering over the “download” button on your negative body image days? You're not the only one and it’s time we talk. Even when you want to stop tracking, you mind may gravitate toward it without your permission! In this episode, Melissa and fellow Anti-Diet Dietitian Jessi Haggerty RD talk it all out to help you use tracking and journaling in ways that are consistent with Intuitive Eating work. We answer:

- Is there room for tracking on an Intuitive Eating journey? 

- What’s the difference between “tracking” and “journaling”? 

- What are the pros and cons of these methods when you are trying  to find food freedom? 

- Is it “bad” to want to track?

- What are examples of things you could journal as an Intuitive Eater?

Jessi is the author of The Daily Check-In Journal (available on Amazon) and gives her perspective on how to meaningfully grow the “intuitive” side of “intuitive eating” with realistic journaling practices. We also talk about how to approach non-diet journaling of your emotions, thoughts, periods, and poops (!!) - all of which can relate to your gentle nutrition and food freedom work.

Episode Resources:

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. You can apply at www.melissalandrynutrition.com or message her on Instagram to learn more. Groups are on hold, but Melissa may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

22 Aug 2022does eating more help you lose weight? [part two]00:30:37

Last week we replaced the question “does eating more help you lose weight?” with an even better one: "what regulates our weight in the first place?" And is it even food?

As it relates to nutrition, there are two accepted theories about why some people are in bigger bodies compared to others. We talk about which theory makes sense with our available research, and which one doesn’t - as we continue chatting our way through a review paper from a prominent researcher in the weight loss world.

Melissa breaks down the limitations - and findings - of the current available population studies, as well as diet intervention trials as they relate to weight and diet.

She talks about why Intuitive Eating professionals come to different conclusions about what current research data means compared to weight loss researchers.

Melissa talks about ways you can be open, but critical, to new research findings from the weight loss world so you don’t fall trap to more diet culture thinking.

Melissa also helps you consider what to do instead of dieting, if you agree it’s not effective for your health.

She offers 4 health behaviors that benefit everyone, regardless of body size, and shows you how to work on your nutrition as a lifelong, n-of-1 self-study using your body cues as data to decide which nutrition, movement, and self-care choices best line up with your personal health values.

If you loved this 2 part series - Melissa wants to know! Rate, review, or dm her on Instagram @no.more.guilt to tell her how you are using the episodes in your Intuitive Eating work.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

10 May 2021How one pediatrician transformed her work with families by improving her relationship with food [Update with Dalina's Client]00:44:44

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Dalina's Client Meli, a pediatrician, discuss how lntuitive Eating impacted not only her personal experience with food and body image - but also impacted how she practices medicine! This episode talks about what it is like to learn Intuitve Eating, and, offers practical for tips for parents who interact with pediatricians. We cover:

  • How working with Dalina changed Meli's view as a pediatrician and how she practices
  • Tips for parents going to pediatricians and how to discuss weight concerns at the doctor's office
  • Tips for parents who are worried about their children's weight

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

15 Aug 2022does eating more help you lose weight? [part one]00:38:34

As the harms - and ineffectiveness - of dieting become more well known, Melissa has noticed an interesting phenomena. A lot of “weight loss experts” are starting to give you messages like “of course you’re not losing weight, you’re not eating enough!” - in stark contract to older messages like “learn to eat less”.  In this episode, Melissa explains why this messaging is just more diet culture keeping you stuck in the “calorie model” and how “eating more calories” isn't the magic bullet to weight loss they say it is. In this 2 part series, Melissa walks you through a recent research paper to give you background so you can feel more confident in your choice to become an Intuitive Eater (and maybe, get better at explaining to other people!). We talk about the two main theories of why some people may be at a higher weight than others, and why rat and genetic studies aren’t really telling us much to prove them. Follow this podcast so you catch part 2!

Episode Resources:

  • In this episode Melissa discusses a review paper by Dr. Kevin Hall and colleagues, you can read it here: https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/115/5/1243/6522166
  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

25 Apr 2022What Is Healthism? with Patrilie Hernandez, MS00:46:43

In this episode Registered Dietitians Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss healthism with Patrilie Hernandez. We discuss the common refrain “I’m all for body positivity, but what about health?” - where it comes from and why concerns about health are so often the last hurdle when it comes to food freedom and body liberation. You’ll learn practical steps to pursue health (authentically to your values - Patrilie shares interesting ideas about why health and productivity are so connected) and improve body image, as well as consider ways to change the culture around you that equates your health to your worth.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

07 Dec 2020How do I talk to my doctor about my weight? With Susanne Johnson00:39:34

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Susanne Johnson, Fat Positive Nurse Practitioner, to discuss how to talk about weight more effectively at your next Doctor's visit. Women in bigger bodies often fear, and even avoid, the Doctor because of shame and guilt they feel over their size. Learn how to communicate with your medical team so you can find healthcare that leaves you feel empowered toward your best health.

In today’s episode we answer YOUR listener questions …

  • how use of Body Mass Index (BMI) can drive weight stigma in primary care 
  • what you can do to avoid weight triggers at the doctor's office
  • what to focus on (other than weight) to enhance your health in a bigger body

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

05 Dec 2022losing the weight of generational dieting with Summer R [Melissa's former client]00:43:10

For years, Summer didn’t even consider her dieting to be a “problem”. How could it be? A self proclaimed “good girl’ - she was convinced clean eating and weight loss were good girl things to do. Her takeaway when diets failed her? SHE was the problem. Coming from a family of generational dieters, and eager to do whatever it took to get dieting “right", Summer eventually wound up in a scary, restrictive on-and-off dieting pattern. 

Today, Summer speaks about her experiences with chronic dieting recovery, including insights from her 1:1 coaching work with Melissa inside the No More Guilt Coaching program. This episode will help you:

  • make meaning of the sadly, all-too-common generational diet trauma experience of dieting with your Mother as a teen
  • unpack how magazines like “Seventeen” and “Shape” normalized disordered body ideals and dieting practices
  • explore why so many people say "it's not that bad" about their disordered eating (as Summer shares the scary dieting moment that ultimately brought her to Intuitive Eating)
  • figure out the difference between true Intuitive Eating and just “tricking yourself” you are doing it (but actually you are still dieting)

You will love Summer's simple tips on what she did to finally stop snapping back into diet culture in a never ending spiral, and learn what she loves most about her newfound food freedom, just 7 months after starting her work with Melissa inside the No More Guilt Coaching program.

If you loved this episode, let me know! Your review helps keep this show going, so if you have a moment - review the pod, or, share this episode with a friend. I’d be so grateful!

Episode Resources:

Do you ever wish you could have my full support alongside the pod? I’m currently accepting 1:1 clients - and I’d love to work with someone like you. You can grow into someone who feels confident around food and in their body, just like clients like Summer. Apply at: ​​https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxFfC_Jnsb_NL2p4urty02WVf3DcGCNv3lbBWrUCKJvcXoWg/viewform or visit: www.melissalandrynutrition.com for more information.

15 Nov 2021[repost] how am I supposed to feel confident in THIS body?!00:24:25

Have you ever felt like you're ALL for body positivity for ~other women~, but can't really get there for yourself? We've got you covered here at Break the Diet Cycle Pod! In this episode Melissa and Dalina talk about:

  • the difference between self-esteem and self-confidence - and how you can have both at any size 
  • why it's important to reach for body respect, which feels neutral, instead of body love 
  • what to do to prevent, and quickly recover from, negative  body image days with resilience - so you don't run back to dieting and food guilt

We recommend checking out a few of our favorite instagram accounts that informed much of how we think about this topic. Follow and support @yrfatfriend and @bodyimagewithbri on Instagram.

Follow Dalina @your.latina.nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

12 Oct 2020How can I honor my culture and still eat intuitively? with Christyna Johnson00:41:40

Today on the pod, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Christyna Johnson, MS, RDN, LDN

Do you sometimes think you how can I keep my cultural foods and eat intuitively when I am constantly hearing they aren't healthy? In this episode, we're calling BS on that ! Why? Because many of the nutrition recommendations were not made with other cultures in mind, leaving us feeling like we need to cut our cultural foods in order to be "healthy". 

If you are ready to stop on-again, off-again dieting, but you feel confused how you'll ever make peace with your cultural foods our guest Christyna discusses how we can embrace our culture and eat intuitively. In this episode, Christyna offers tips to help you work through these thoughts and provides us with great insight!

In today’s episode…

  • We talk to Christyna about honoring your culture and eating intuitively.
  • learn how to advocate for yourself and your needs when looking for healthcare providers, especially when dealing with an eating disorder.
  • *bonus topic* how do you date confidently when you don't feel confident?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist, Dalina Soto 

01 Nov 2021[repost] are you dieting on the DL?00:29:12

Today we're re-visting what dieting *REALLY* is so you can spot sneaky dieting behaviors that hold you back!

Dieting has been linked to weight cycling, food guilt, and disordered eating. The problem we find? Most people don't think they are dieting when they really are! If you are struggling in your relationship with food and you are convinced that you're not dieting - this episode is for you. We'll cover:

  • what a diet is (and how diet culture tries to confuse you)
  • why diets don't work long-term give examples of sneaky dieting behaviors to look out for (or "dieting on the down low" as Dalina calls it) 
  • offer some ideas to address your diet mindset (and get relief from food guilt)!

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

07 Nov 2022how to get past fear of needing medication with Kristie Messerli, RD, CDCES00:39:30

Do you take any medications? If not, do you ever worry you’ll have to go on them some day because of your health habits? Many people worry no longer dieting will lead to health concerns that require medications. This idea is a MAJOR roadblock to progressing in your Intuitive Eating work. How do you stop letting this common fear hold you back from becoming an Intuitive Eater? In this episode Melissa talks to fellow Dietitian Kristie Messerli about why even the IDEA of going on medication comes with so much guilt, fear, and shame and how to get past it.

As a Certified Diabetes Educator, Kristie shares how to use informed decision making when it comes to deciding (with your doctor!) how medication might fit into your health care plan.

Though these examples center on Kristie’s experience with diabetes medication, this episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to understand more about Health at Every Size and how the philosophy considers medication as a tool for health. We discuss:

  • Common fears people experience before going on medications
  • What different diabetes medications do in the body - including pros and cons
  • Can you go from pre-diabetes to normal range without medication?
  • What kinds of things should you be considering before you go on medication?
  • What is informed decision making? How can you practice it in your everyday life?

Of course - Kristie and I are Dietitians, but we’re not YOUR Dietitian so please consult with your doctor before making any changes to your lifestyle behaviors or medication usage. Our opinions are our own and do not serve as a substitute for medical advice.

Are you new to the pod? Been here a while? Your 5 star review and feedback means the world! Thank you for supporting the pod so we can help others become the first in the family to break the diet cycle, just like we are!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. You can apply at www.melissalandrynutrition.com or message her on Instagram @no.more.guilt to learn more. Group coaching programs are currently on hold, but Melissa may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

21 Jun 2021[Bonus Episode] Let's Get to Brass Tacks00:08:08

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry are back for Season 4 of Break the Diet Cycle starting next week!

Do you feel confused as you scroll body positive and anti-diet accounts on Instagram? Are you trying to figure out how to become an Intuitive Eater, but are having a hard time knowing exactly HOW to move forward?

We see you there trying! And we have your back.

This bonus pre-season episode talks about our new special format to help you take your Intuitive Eating journey to the next level, why we chose to switch it up this season, and how you can actually FOCUS to find food freedom with us

Want your question or story featured in an episode? Leave us a message!

Episode Resources:

For free resources or to work with Dalina, visit: www.nutritiouslyyoursllc.com/

For free resources or to work with Melissa, visit: www.melissalandrynutrition.com

07 Jun 2021how to have a body positive summer 00:27:51

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry close out season 3 with three tips to help you kick off a body positive summer. We discuss the three most common summer struggles our clients face when it comes to the food freedom journey: barbecues, bathing suits, and booze. Listen and learn:

  • how to avoid all-or-nothing diet mindset at barbecues and outdoor summer events 
  • steps for feeling good in you bathing suit (including Dalina's personal example!)
  • why it's important to be okay with listening to your body, instead of calories targets and peer pressure, when it comes to alcohol

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

19 Sep 2022when "eating what you want" backfires00:30:31

Do you ever worry “eating what you want” will 100% backfire on you? Like you can’t handle the responsibility of being without ANY kind of structure or plan? You’re not alone. Having grown up in a diet culture - it would make sense! Many generational dieters never had a role model for a healthy relationship with food and need more structure than the boilerplate Intuitive Eating advice to “eat what you want”. In this solo episode, Melissa covers what can go wrong when you don’t have enough structure in your Intuitive Eating journey, how to figure out how much structure you need, and how to recover from common pitfalls like: feeling even GUILTIER as an Intuitive Eater than you did on a diet, struggling with excessive fullness, feeling low-energy, or feeling like you’re only eating “junk” food all the time. Melissa covers how to plan ahead, without getting “diety” and how to stop falling trap to the latest tik-tok food trend that makes you feel bad about the way you eat. Loving the pod? Don't forget to rate and review so others can find out about it. You can even share this podcast with a friend who’s looking to break the diet cycle, too!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

03 Jan 2022Can You Start a New Year WITHOUT Dieting?00:24:41

We’re back for Season 5! Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss the tricks the diet industry plays to get you to diet year after year. We’ll show you how to stop falling for yet another “quick fix” trend this New Year, and instead take steps toward food freedom.

In today’s episode we cover:

  • Why you keep falling into the diet cycle every new year
  • How the diet industry identified “Blue Monday” as the most likely day you’ll start a diet after the new year ( you do not want to miss the explanation of how diet culture markets you)!
  • Tips to set SMART goals and intentions that are aligned with intuitive eating, so you can stop the diet cycle for good

Dm us on Instagram after this episode to let us know your thoughts. What is your intention for this new year?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

21 Mar 2022What is Orthorexia? with Lauren P [Melissa's Former Client]00:47:32

Do you think about food 24/7? Does it make you feel distracted and guilty? Many people minimize this experience by telling themselves “it’s not bad enough to get help” - which is why we want to share Lauren’s story as a former client of No More Guilt group coaching.

Lauren talks about the ways in which her disordered dieting behaviors get normalized - and even praised through her life. We discuss what orthorexia is and how it doesn’t always link to body image concerns. Lauren reveals when she realized her relationship to food was a valid problem in her life, and how she overcame the idea that certain foods are “good” and others are “bad” in order to let go of dieting for good.

Through Lauren’s story, you’ll get an honest take about how to overcome the challenging parts of Intuitive Eating  - plus hear what she’s doing now to deepen her recovery over time!

This is a do not miss episode if you’ve ever wondered if your own relationship with food was worthy of help. DM us after this episode - we want to hear your take!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

04 Oct 2021 Learning to Be Okay with Body Change as an Intuitive Eater with Dalina Soto00:27:23

Now that you’ve finished our 10-part Intuitive Eating series, it’s time to get in touch with WHY you want to take the next step in practicing the skills you’ve learned. Understanding your reasons why will help you to organize and apply what you’ve learned.

In this episode, Melissa interviews co-host Dalina Soto, to talk about her personal story with Intuitive Eating.

We cover:

  • The emotional impact of praising women in smaller bodies during childhood
  • How Dalina’s used her “Diet Culture BS” detector whenever she saw demonization of culture foods in her early career
  • How Intuitive Eating changed her relationship with movement
  • Why she loves working with Latina women like her
  • Dalina’s process learning to be okay with body change

What parts of Dalina’s connect with yours? We hope this episode helps you to connect with the process and understand your motivation for Intuitive Eating even better!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

23 Nov 2020How does weight impact PCOS and your hormones? with Sam Abbott00:35:12

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Sam Abbott MSEd, RDN, LDN to discuss how weight impacts PCOS and your hormones.

In today’s episode we answer YOUR listener questions…

  • What is PCOS, or, polycystic ovarian synrdome
  • Why is it important to get a PCOS diagnosis? 
  • Why is it important to get treatment?
  • Did my weight cause my PCOS? Does weight loss cure it?
  • Does Intuitive Eating work for women with PCOS who have hormonal urges to eat all day? Won't they lose control?
  • Does a gluten and dairy-free diet work for PCOS?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

06 Sep 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 7: Cope with Your Emotions with Kindness 00:32:11

Feeling feelings is hard! In today’s episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk about Intuitive Eating Principle 7: Cope with Your Emotions with Kindness. Learn:

  • why emotional eating is NORMAL and NATURAL!
  • the difference between binge eating vs emotional eating
  • Why you emotionally eat and,
  • What tools you can use to neutralize emotional eating

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

15 Mar 2021How toxic positivity does more harm than good with Mimi Cole00:35:15

Toxic positivity, or stifling negative emotions for the sake of "good vibes only" often does more harm than good. Instead, we show you how to use negative emotions for what they are: signals pointing to your needs and wants.

In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Mimi Cole, therapist-in-training, to talk about how to express negative emotions productively, especially if you are an emotional eater during times of anxiety, stress, and, boredom.

We discuss:

  • what is "toxic positivity"? how does a the "good vibes only" attitude get in the way of us coping with emotions?
  • whats the difference between feeling anxious and an anxiety disorder? how does anxiety impact the way we eat?
  • as intuitive eaters we are trying to listen to our bodies to decide what, when, and how much to eat without external. what do you do when stress and anxiety impact appetite and cravings? can you really trust your body when you are an "emotional person"?

In today’s episode we discuss:

  • what is "toxic positivity"? how does a the "good vibes only" attitude get in the way of us coping with emotions?
  • whats the difference between feeling anxious and an anxiety disorder? how does anxiety impact the way we eat?
  • as intuitive eaters we are trying to listen to our bodies to decide what, when, and how much to eat without external. what do you do when stress and anxiety impact appetite and cravings? can you really trust your body when you are an "emotional person"? 

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry. 

Reminder that though we are dietitians, but we’re not *YOUR* dietitian. Podcasts don’t constitute treatment. If you have concerns about your dieting behaviors, seek out guidance from a medical or mental health professional. And if you’re looking for the process, support, and focus you need to live life without food guilt apply for a coaching program from today’s sponsor. No More Guilt with Melissa Landry is currently enrolling clients into 1:1 programs, group programs, and, recently added a do-it-yourself learning format: the ex-dieter’s guide to No More Guilt. 

Apply for a program at: www.melissalandrynutrition.com

Get your free starter guide at: https://melissalandrynutrition.com/resources/

25 Jul 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition with Rachael Hartley, RD00:37:22

Many people ask: how do you know when "gentle nutrition" is working for you without the scale?

If you too are healing your relationship with food and want to pursue health, then you’ll want to know about Intuitive Eating Principle 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Rachael Hartley, RD - fellow Dietitian and author of the book Gentle Nutrition to discuss:

What is Gentle Nutrition? How to measure your nutritional wellbeing without weighing yourself meal planning tips and "non-diety" ways to get back into the meal planning groove

This episode ends our Intuitive Eating Series! Go back to hear previous principles, or request a free guide to put what you are learning into practice: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide

Episode Resources:

Follow Rachael on Instagram: @rachaelhartlyrd Find Rachael’s book “Gentle Nutrition” on Amazon or wherever books are sold Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram:@no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

14 Mar 2022Is It Wrong For You To Be Eating Out So Much? with Shana from @the.nutrition.tea00:42:00

Do you remember hearing the words “hay comida en casa? Or “there’s food at home” whenever you asked your Mom to go to get pizza on the way home after school?

The expectation to ALWAYS eat at home (or else risk being wasteful and unhealthy) sticks with us! Especially if like Dalina - your Mom did EVERYTHING by hand and taught you not to waste money.

Or maybe your Mom would always say “this is so bad” if relying on take-out for dinner. If you had ANY of these experiences, it makes sense if you feel guilt for wanting to eat out today.

In today’s episode we’ve enlisted fellow Registered Dietitian Shana Minei Spence, MS, RDN to talk about why eating out feels SO taboo, and, we’ll help you enjoy eating out as an Intuitive Eater going forward: listening to your body and without guilt.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Join the Chula Club at www.yourlatinanutritionist.com

22 Nov 2021[repost] will I gain weight forever and ever and ever? 00:25:15

In this episode we tackle a question we constantly hear from followers on Instagram: "if I eat intuitively, will I gain weight forever and ever?"

We review:

what causes fear of weight gain weight set point theory, and how to safely explore your thoughts around weight gain so you can find food freedom for good!

Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

04 Apr 2022How Does ADHD Impact Your Eating Habits? with Becca from @adhd.nutritionist00:39:55

In this episode - we talk with fellow Registered Dietitian, Rebecca King. Rebecca was inspired to build her private practice to her own struggles with ADHD.

She explains why Intuitive Eating is the perfect fit for anyone else struggling out there, just like she was! This episode is for you if you struggle with ADHD, know someone with ADHD, or struggle with ADHD tendencies. We hope this gives you practical tips to practice Intuitive Eating with ADHD.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

28 Nov 2022it's never "too late" to become an Intuitive Eater with Patrice W. [Melissa's former client]00:40:00

How long have you been dieting? Has it been an ACTUAL lifetime? Extended exposure to dieting may come new worries: can you really change after all this time? Is it worth even trying at this point? Can you be healthy as you get older AND recover your relationship with food at the same time? Too many women tell themselves "it's not that bad" - further perpetuating the never ending diet cycle!

In this episode Melissa interviews her former client Patrice so she can share her successes inside the No More Guilt 3 month program after dieting for 50+ years. As a retired woman in her 60s, Patrice talks about how she approached intuitive eating work (first -on her own, and later with Melissa as her coach) in a way that folks of all ages can benefit from!

We discuss:

  • Patrice’s history with the binge-restrict diet cycle and what kept her saying "just one more time"
  • The moment when she realized Intuitive Eating was even “a thing”
  • Different types of support and providers available to help heal disordered eating (and how Patrice decided working with a Registered Dietitian would be right for her)
  • The big question Melissa asked Patrice to help her overcome body image fears in time for her son’s wedding, just as she imagined.

Finding benefit from the weekly stories, interviews, and support from Melissa on Break the Diet Cycle Pod? Your review helps keep this show going! If you have a moment - review the pod, or, share this episode with a friend. I’d be so grateful!

Episode Resources:

Do you ever wish you could have my full support alongside the pod? I’m currently accepting 1:1 clients - and I’d love to work with someone like you. You can grow into someone who feels confident around food and in their body, just like clients like Patrice.  Apply for coaching if you want me to take you through this process every step of the way! Apply at: ​​https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxFfC_Jnsb_NL2p4urty02WVf3DcGCNv3lbBWrUCKJvcXoWg/viewform or visit: www.melissalandrynutrition.com for more information!

01 Aug 2022what does future you want?00:18:03

Melissa’s back to talk you through how to sort yourself out when you’re feeling stuck in your Intuitive Eating Process.

In this episode, she’ll show you how to decide what to do next in order to *REALLY* progress in your Intuitive Eating Journey simply by asking: what does future you want?

If you've ever felt like you *know* what to do, but you’re just not doing it… this episode will help you avoid future feelings of regret by helping you organize yourself into action. This is the best way to get more benefits and freedom from Intuitive Eating!

Episode Resources:

  • Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
  • Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
  • Check out the Armchair Expert Podcast episode that inspired today’s episode: https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/daniel-pink

Loving the podcast and benefiting from Melissa’s support? Follow for future episodes and review this episode with 5 stars so more folks like you can find our community! I’d love to hear what you are working on there – you can  message me anytime on Instagram @no.more.guilt.

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

24 Oct 2022how does diet culture impact you during the college years? with Dr. Hortencia Jimenéz 00:48:12

What was your relationship to food and body image like in college? Many clients report their disordered eating behaviors began or worsened during the college years. And many did not receive care or support during this time which is why, in part, they still struggle with food and body image today.

What is the impact of diet culture on college students? In what ways does the college environment impact students from marginalized communities differently? Especially for those in bigger bodies who were routinely prescribed and praised for their (often harmful) weight loss efforts during the college years: what are ways you can heal from disordered eating, even years after you've graduated?

In today’s episode, Melissa interviews Dr. Hortencia Jimenéz, professor, sociologist, and health coach to discuss her perspectives on:

  • What it means to consider eating disorders and anti-diet work from an anti-oppressive lens
  • How generational diet trauma gets tangled up with college educational systems and environments 
  • How to make meaning of your own disordered eating behaviors during your college years so you can experience healing today
  • 3 ways community care can impact and support individuals at risk for eating disorders and disordered eating in the college setting

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. You can apply at www.melissalandrynutrition.com or message her on Instagram @no.more.guilt to learn more. Group coaching programs are currently on hold, but Melissa may entertain bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, you can put your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

10 Oct 2022 is reality TV negatively impacting your body image?00:50:34

Sam Abbott (@pcos.nutritionist) is back on the pod to share something near and dear to her heart: reality television. In this episode, Melissa and Sam talk about the way reality TV portrays stories about body image, diet culture, and eating disorders. We explore storylines from the Real Housewives franchise, Love is Blind, Love Island, Selling Sunset, and more. We hope you’ll learn how to use your body image skills to enjoy the “escapism” of these shows without activating disordered thinking, eating or body image struggles. We talk about how to challenge harmful body norms that impact both your individual anti-diet work and society as a whole.

Sam is a fellow registered dietitian nutritionist who helps those with PCOS ditch diets, improve insulin resistance and balance hormones without feeling guilty or stressed about food. She is the owner of PCOS Nutrition Company, where nutrition coaching services are centered around improving hormone balance without a side of diet culture or weight stigma. Sam is passionate about empowering people with PCOS to find peace and balance with nutrition, hormones, body and life. If you’d like to listen to her original Break the Diet Cycle podcast episode about PCOS nutrition, you can find it here: https://melissalandrynutrition.com/how-does-weight-impact-pcos-and-your-hormones-with-sam-abbott/

Episode Resources:

Want coaching support for a life of No More Guilt? Right now, Melissa is only accepting 1:1 clients. However, for Break the Diet Cycle listeners ONLY -  Melissa is considering bringing back groups in time for 2023 for the right set of women really ready to do this work! If you are interested in staying in the loop of any upcoming groups, add your name on the waitlist here: https://mailchi.mp/5d3986bd6987/nomoreguiltgroups

19 Dec 2022how to find food joy this holiday00:24:34

What if you could experience food joy instead of food guilt this holiday? You can! Before Melissa and the podcast go on break - she'll teach you how to plan ahead for food joy at upcoming celebrations using Satisfaction skills from the Intuitive Eating framework. To get you to this point where you're no longer in food guilt and extremes, Melissa will cover how to:

  • heal from the idea "you love food too much" to be trusted with Intuitive Eating 
  • ask yourself simple, impactful questions to easily guide your food choices at your next holiday party
  • use mindful eating tools without getting restrictive, "diety", and obsessed 
  • actually listen to your body!

While Melissa is on break - stay in touch and get support by joining her weekly newsletter for inspiration: https://mailchi.mp/melissalandrynutrition/newsletter

And - don't miss out, because you're invited! Join Melissa's free "Non-Diet New Year" workshop this January 10th 2023. Register here to grab your spot: https://mailchi.mp/2af209fde260/nondietnewyear

27 Apr 2020Not today, food guilt - not today!00:08:22

Before the official release of Season 1 next week, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry tell you a bit more about who they are, how they met and became friends on Instagram, and why they’re here to help you break the diet cycle. Want to become their Instagram friends too? Follow Dalina @your.latina.nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt to share why you want to the first in your family to #breakthedietcycle, just like they are in their families! 

30 May 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 2: Honor Your Hunger00:24:43

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss Intuitive Eating Principle 2: Honor your Hunger as they walk you through Intuitive Eating with more detail. In today’s episode we discuss:

Primal hunger: what is it?
The importance of carbs and eating enough
What does hunger even feel like?
How chronic dieting can mess up your hunger cues
How to get started exploring your hunger without judgement or guilt

This episode includes several practical takeaways for you to improve your ability to honor your hunger. Direct message Melissa or Dalina with what you learn from today’s exercises!

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide
Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

12 Sep 2022how to reframe your lifelong diet mindset with Megan C [Melissa's client]00:44:32

If you grew up in a family that valued thinness and diets… and then went on to diet yourself for YEARS - your brain is now set up to think of food as series of rules and steps to follow. 

Then enters Intuitive Eating with all its messages to: “jUsT LisTeN to YouR BoDy” and “eAt WHaT yoU wAnT”. Especially if you are a black-and-white thinker who *LOVED* the structure of dieting, this new world of Intuitive Eating can feel terrifying. 

If you’re sure that you’re done with diets, but still struggle to trust yourself to be “responsible” with the flexibility of Intuitive Eating – we're going to talk about how you can move forward.

In this episode, Melissa's client Meg shares her experience as a WW "lifer", her reaction to finding Intuitive Eating for the first time, how she approached things on her own vs. with a coach, how she let go of need for rules by inviting "healthy structure" into her IE journey. This episode will help you think about the best ways for you to learn intuitive eating based on your own preferences for structure and support. WE LOVE A GOOD CLIENT STORY! I’d love to hear your takeaways after hearing Megan today! Just message me on Instagram @no.more.guilt - I always love connecting with you between episodes.

Loving the podcast and benefitting from stories like Megan’s? Give the podcast a rate and review! Feeling *extra* generous? Send this episode to a friend who’s looking to break the diet cycle, too.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

18 Apr 2022What Are the Different Types of "Hunger"? with Jenn Q00:35:19

In this episode we interview Jen, a member of Dalina’s Chula Club, about the four types of hunger: emotional, physical/biological, practical, and taste. Jen gives real examples of how she went from diet extremes to Intuitive Eating. We hope you feel inspired to understand your hunger so you can eat, move on, and enjoy your life without all the guilt! Jen shares her perspectives on healing as a yoga teacher, plus, her tips for the perfect grilled cheese.

What were your thoughts on this episode? DM us on Instagram and let us know how you’re doing out there!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

11 Oct 2021Handling Uncertainty and Imperfection as an Intuitive Eater with Melissa Landry00:27:50

Last week, Melissa interviewed Dalina to talk about her personal story with Intuitive Eating. This week, the tables are turning as Dalina interviews co-host Melissa to learn HER experiences with Intuitive Eating!

After sharing our 10-part Intuitive Eating series, we hope our personal stories help you connect with your WHY as an Intuitive Eater so you can take your next step to becoming one yourself.

In this episode, Melissa shares:

  • What got her so passionate about Intuitive Eating in the first place
  • How her mother’s attempts to protect her from weight stigma fueled a mindset of perfectionism within herself
  • How Melissa copes with discomforts of perfectionist thinking and uncertainty from derailing her IE process
  • How Melissa was able to connect the dots about the negative impact weight stigma through her experience with her mother

What parts of Melissa’s story connect with yours? We hope this episode helps you to connect with the process and understand your motivation for Intuitive Eating even better!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

26 Apr 2021Is my fertility affected by my weight? With Nicola Salmon 00:36:00

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Nicola Salmon to discuss "Is my fertility affected by my weight?"

In today’s episode we answer YOUR listener questions …

  1. How diet culture impacts women's views on fertility
  2. How to talk to doctors and advocate for fat positive care
  3. What is the research on fertility and weight?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

24 Jan 2022What Every Intuitive Eating Beginner Should Know00:37:05

How long have you dieted for? Most people we talk to say “more than half my life!” If being a beginner at Intuitive Eating (IE) feels both exciting, and let’s face it, scary - you’re not alone.

We join forces with Bonnie Roney, Registered Dietitian and creator of @diet.culture.rebel to talk about ways for you to break through any beginner blues you may be feeling as a new Intuitive Eater!

We discuss:

  • why everyone is "ditching diets" and the common reasons people are becoming Intuitive Eaters more than ever before
  • the biggest misconception we see beginners struggle with when they start IE
  • Our favorite beginner tips to help you break through to find food freedom

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

04 Jul 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 7: Cope with Your Emotions with Kindness00:32:11

Feeling feelings is hard! In today’s episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk about Intuitive Eating Principle 7: Cope with Your Emotions with Kindness. Learn:

why emotional eating is NORMAL and NATURAL! the difference between binge eating vs emotional eating Why you emotionally eat and, What tools you can use to neutralize emotional eating

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram:@your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Get your free Intuitive Eating guide at: https://yourlatinanutrition.teachable.com/p/quick-intro-to-intuitive-eating Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Apply for group coaching at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

23 May 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality with Elyse Resch MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, FAND00:37:24


Does Intuitive Eating sound good, but you’re not sure if you can get past the idea of it being “bad for your health”? This episode helps dispel the myth that intuitive eating means “giving up” or “just eating what you want” as we kick off our Intuitive Eating skill series with Principle One: Reject the Diet Mentality!

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Elyse Resch, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S, co-author of Intuitive Eating to explain:

How the authors came to the idea of intuitive eating
What it means to approach health holistically - and not just focused on weight loss
How the authors adapted Intuitive Eating over time
And lastly, Elyse’s hope for the future of Intuitive Eating so more people like you can #breakthedietcycle

Episode Resources:

Follow Elyse Resh MS, RDN CEDRD-S on Instagram: @elyseresch and Find Elyse’s books on Amazon: Intuitive Eating, The Intuitive Eating Workbook, The Intuitive Eating Card Deck—50 Bite-Sized Ways to Make Peace with Food, The Intuitive Eating Workbook for Teens and The Intuitive Eating Journal—Your Guided Journey for Nourishing a Healthy Relationship with Food
Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod
Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt
Connect with Dalina on Instagram: @your.latina.nutritionist
This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Get your free Intuitive Eating guide at: https://yourlatinanutrition.teachable.com/p/quick-intro-to-intuitive-eating Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Join the Chula Club at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

24 Nov 2021[BONUS] how satisfaction can help you avoid overeating this holiday 00:29:35

Feliz Navidad y Buon Natale! Instead of entering the holidays in “defense mode” around food, Dalina and Melissa show you how to get reacquainted with your childhood holiday favorite foods in this bonus episode sponsored by Barilla Pasta. Dalina and Melissa talk about Dominican and Italian family traditions, how they found peace with food through the holidays, and help you consider how you can do the same!

Just in time for your first "real" holiday season since the pandemic started -- we discuss how to:

  • Approach the holidays with joy and satisfaction in mind
  • Avoid the scarcity mentality that drives binges and guilt
  • Benefit from the nutrition that comes from ALL foods - including your holiday favorites 

Looking to take the next step for a happier holiday? Refuse to fall into the old New Year, New Me fad diets? Enroll in Dalina’s new Holiday Master Class. Catch the on demand replay: https://yourlatinanutrition.ck.page/products/holiday-masterclass

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27 Sep 2021[Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition with Rachael Hartley, RD00:37:22

Many people ask: how do you know when "gentle nutrition" is working for you without the scale?

If you too are healing your relationship with food and want to pursue health, then you’ll want to know about Intuitive Eating Principle 10: Honor Your Health with Gentle Nutrition.

Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Rachael Hartley, RD - fellow Dietitian and author of the book Gentle Nutrition to discuss:

  • What is Gentle Nutrition?
  • How to measure your nutritional wellbeing without weighing yourself
  • meal planning tips and "non-diety" ways to get back into the meal planning groove

This episode ends our Intuitive Eating Series! Go back to hear previous principles, or request a free guide to put what you are learning into practice: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

18 Jul 2022[repost} [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 9: Movement - Feel the Difference00:25:30

Do you have a complicated relationship with movement? You’re not alone. Though there are undoubtedly mental and physical benefits to moving regularly - many chronic dieters find themselves struggling to find motivation without goals of weight loss creating all-or-nothing extremes!

In today’s episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry talk about Intuitive Eating Principle 9: Movement - Feel the Difference. They discuss:

What is joyful movement? How to stop seeing movement only as “calorie burn” The importance of rest, “quality sitting” and balance in movement routines Strategies to find joy in movement again

In this episode, Dalina mentions an article about the importance of quality “sitting”. You can check it out here: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/01/21/959140732/just-move-scientist-author-debunks-myths-about-exercise-and-sleep?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&fbclid=IwAR0aetPLhUc6efJ_h5j9z9VYNM0s_Sl64GxmmGZOg_wiSMYOB_CtxYmR95o

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram:@your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

Get your free Intuitive Eating guide at: https://yourlatinanutrition.teachable.com/p/quick-intro-to-intuitive-eating Ready to find food freedom with Chulas like you? Apply for group coaching at www.yourlatinanutritonist.com

07 Feb 2022What Does It Mean to "Eat Clean", Anyway? with Erin from @foodsciencebabe00:37:37

Today we’re sitting down with Erin from @foodsciencebabe on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Many of you struggle with food rules centered on the idea of “clean eating”. You want to do the best for your health by choosing high quality foods, but is that really necessary for your best mental, emotional, and financial health? As a food scientist and food industry expert, Erin talks to us about:

  • What inspired her to speak up about food safety misinformation on her page
  • Why people seem to be obsessed with “Eating clean” –  plus she shares her own personal journey letting go of biased beliefs about food
  • What kinds of strategies influencers on social media use to “fear-monger” around food
  • How you can be a critical consumer of science information to protect yourself from unnecessary “clean eating” food guilt

Dm us on Instagram after this episode to let us know your thoughts. What did this inspire you to do differently in your food freedom work?

Finding our podcast useful? Leaving a 5 star rating or honest written review helps us get found so we can support more women in becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle! Thank you for your support.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

10 Jan 2022Is Noom a Scam?00:31:37

Ever since Dalina found out about “Blue Monday” - aka the diet industry’s best sales day, we’ve wanted to give you a complete breakdown on the popular dieting app Noom. Why? This app is NOTORIOUS for using words like “intuitive eating” and claiming it's not a diet in its advertisements and search fields. That sounds promising, but is it?

Prior to the episode, Melissa downloaded the app, tried it for a few days, and reported back to Dalina what she found. We discuss:

  • what is the “psychology” the ads keep referring to?
  • what should you expect when signing up?
  • was there anything good about it?
  • ways noom could do better as an app

Dm us after this episode to let us know your thoughts. Will you be trying Noom anytime soon based on what you learned?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at melissalandrynutrition.com/

09 May 2022What's Your Money Mindset? with Bola Sokunbi00:48:16

In the work Dalina and Melissa do, we uncover a lot of *stuff* about mindset - and often hear the refrain "I realized my relationship to food is kind of like my relationship to money". Have you ever noticed this too? It’s like sometimes mindless, other times too restrictive, other times too "spendy” (aka a money binge)?

That’s why we asked Bola Sokunbi – Certified Financial Education Instructor, money expert, best-selling author, and CEO/founder of Clever Girl Finance – to talk a bit more about money mindset with us on this episode!

We answer how to measure financial health, how your parents' relationship to money impacts you today, common money mindset roadblocks (and ways to overcome it!) and more about financial health, so you can explore this important part of your overall health.

DM us your thoughts on this episode - we’d love to hear how it inspired you!

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

16 May 2022End of an Era00:20:15

It had to happen eventually, right?! It’s no less bittersweet to say: we’re taking a paise.

In this episode Melissa and Dalina reflect on their  2 years creating 80+ episodes of fun, informative podcasts with dozens of guests. We chat about why it’s time for our Break the Diet Cycle partnership to evolve, how our values for content creation are changing as we grow and Instagram becomes obsessed with reels. We reflect on rest, balance, and being true to yourself even as things change.

During the hiatus, will be sharing reposts of past episodes so that you can get inspired and kinda-sorta-hang out with us while Melissa steps back and reflects on her next step with the podcast, as she hopes to return with a new format in mind.

Want to say thank you for all the free episodes so far? DM us! And please, please, please - hop on our email lists so you can stay up with wherever the wind blows us next. One more time before we got….thanks for being here and being who you are. Peace, Love and Break the Diet Cycle.

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28 Jun 2021Why is it so hard to become an Intuitive Eater?00:27:42

If Intuitive Eating is as simple as “just eating” -- then why does it feel so hard to do?

This season, Melissa and Dalina are offering an Intuitive Eating series where they will walk you through the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating. Before this series starts, this episode will help you consider common mindset traps that have to do with the relationship between your family culture and American diet culture, like:

  • How public health nutrition messaging may have negatively impacted your ideas about what you should eat
  • How your family culture impacts your ideas about when and where to eat
  • If your family is more “individualist” or “collectivist” [and what that means for you when you are trying to set boundaries as an Intuitive Eater among them!]

Melissa and Dalina make the suggestion to actually write down your thoughts and feelings around the prompts in these episodes so that you can start labeling and addressing roadblocks within your family culture as you go through the Intuitive Eating process.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto:

11 Apr 2022Intuitive Eating Tips for New Moms with Steph P [Melissa's former client]00:27:09

In today’s episode, we interview Steph, Melissa’s former client, about her journey learning Intuitive Eating. Steph shares her "dieting story" and why she decided to pursue Intuitive Eating. We explore what it was like for her to be a new Mom and some of the unique challenges she faced around food and body image: including the pressure she felt to “bounce back”.

What did you think of today’s episode? DM us on Instagram your reaction to this one! We love sharing different stories to help you feel inspired in your Intuitive Eating journey!

Steph leaned on Melissa’s 1:1 program, which is accepting new clients.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

12 Apr 2021Do men struggle with food and body image? with Aaron Flores RDN 00:42:54

We often hear clients ask "do you have any good accounts for men who struggle with food?" In today's episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview fellow Dietitian Aaron Flores, RDN for his perspective on "bro culture", the danger of assuming all men's experiences with body image are the same (they're not), and how diet culture hurts all genders.

In today’s episode we discuss:

  • do men worry about dieting and body image as much as women? what unique pressures are men facing from diet culture?
  • how do we help boys and men experience positive body image? Is it different from other gender expressions?
  • partner dynamics across all genders: what do you do if your partner doesn't get why your ditching diets? what if one person wants weight loss surgery and the other believes in intuitive eating? How can you be more sensitive to your partner's experience around food and body image, especially if you are in a smaller body than they are and don't face the same societal pressure to lose weight?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry.

Reminder that though we are dietitians, but we’re not *YOUR* dietitian. Podcasts don’t constitute treatment. If you have concerns about your dieting behaviors, seek out guidance from a medical or mental health professional. And if you’re looking for the process, support, and focus you need to live life without food guilt apply for a coaching program from today’s sponsor. No More Guilt with Melissa Landry is currently enrolling clients into 1:1 programs, group programs, and, recently added a do-it-yourself learning format: the ex-dieter’s guide to No More Guilt.

Apply for a program at: www.melissalandrynutrition.com

Get your free starter guide at: https://melissalandrynutrition.com/resources/

31 Jan 2022What Do You Do If You Have IBS But Don't Want To Restrict?00:34:07

Have you ever struggled with gas, constipation, bloating, or diarrhea? We asked Samina Qureshi, RD to talk about how you can improve these symptoms WHILE ALSO working on your food freedom goals. Listen to this empowering interview and learn:

  • What causes IBS and why so many see improvements when they stop restricting
  • What to do if your favorite or cultural foods include spice, garlic, onions, tomato, and other irritants that may make symptoms worse
  • How to approach elimination/reintroduction diets if you are trying to avoid diets in general

Dm us on Instagram after this episode to let us know your thoughts. We felt so inspired to improve GI health WITHOUT a side of diet culture after listening to Samina. How about you?

Finding our podcast useful? Leaving a 5 star rating or honest written review helps us get found so we can support more women in becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle! Thank you for your support.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

13 Jun 2022[repost] [Intuitive Eating Series] Principle 4: Challenge the Food Police00:33:52

We’re continuing on in our Intuitive Eating Skill series with Principle 4: challenge the food police. In this episode, Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry discuss:

Where the inner “food police voice” comes from How Intuitive Eating uses cognitive behavioral therapy to shift negative self-talk and food guilt The difference between the self-talk of a  “dieter” and an “intuitive eater” Types of negative thinking to look out for in your food freedom journey

Episode Resources:

Join the Break the Diet Cycle Podcast Community: @break.the.diet.pod Connect with Melissa on Instagram: @no.more.guilt Connect with Dalina on Instagram:@your.latina.nutritionist

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry

Get the 3 Steps to Eat without Guilt Guide: https://mailchi.mp/d9207e0baf90/nomoreguiltguide Are you in a bigger body and ready to start your food freedom journey? Apply today for No More Guilt Coaching at www.melissalandrynutrition.com

What did you think of this episode? Leave us a review letting us know how the pod is positively impacting your Intuitive Eating journey. We love hearing from you!

29 Mar 2021What happens when you start intuitive eating? [update from Melissa's former client]00:42:42

Are you scrolling Instagram trying to make sense of Intuitive Eating? Do you feel like it "sounds good" but could never work for you? In today's episode Registered Dietitian Nutritionists Dalina Soto and Melissa Landry interview Rebecca (Melissa's former client) to share her story of finding food freedom through the No More Guilt Group Coaching program. By sharing her REAL LIFE experience navigating ups-and-downs, we hope you will feel inspired to let go of fear and find success with food freedom, just as Rebecca did.

In today’s episode we ask Rebecca her inside-take and advice for anyone who relates to her incredible story:

  • Why did Rebecca want food freedom? did she ever worry it meant "giving up"? 
  • Even though she felt unsure, what helped her choose a food freedom over dieting "one more time"?
  • What was it like setting food freedom goals through a PANDEMIC?!
  • Now that she's completed the No More Guilt program - where is she now?

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by No More Guilt with Melissa Landry.

Reminder that though we are dietitians, but we’re not *YOUR* dietitian. Podcasts don’t constitute treatment. If you have concerns about your dieting behaviors, seek out guidance from a medical or mental health professional. And if you’re looking for the process, support, and focus you need to live life without food guilt apply for a coaching program from today’s sponsor. No More Guilt with Melissa Landry is currently enrolling clients into 1:1 programs, group programs, and, recently added a do-it-yourself learning format: the ex-dieter’s guide to No More Guilt.

Apply for a program at: www.melissalandrynutrition.com

Get your free starter guide at: https://melissalandrynutrition.com/resources/

02 May 2022The Truth about Diabetes and Health00:34:59

As anti-diet dietitians we encourage you to eat what you want. This may be VERY different from what you have heard in the past about food, so it’s expected that we get asked: “what about health?” or “what about diabetes - are we REALLY going to tell people with DIABETES to eat what they want?” - and the simple answer is YES!

You are allowed to eat foods that taste good while you manage your diabetes. We talk about what the different forms of diabetes are, how you can treat and work with family history of diabetes through your Intuitive Eating work, and what it really means to “pair foods” for better blood sugars.

Love this episode? DM us your thoughts! We love hearing how the episodes impact you.

Episode Resources:

This episode was sponsored by Your Latina Nutritionist with Dalina Soto

11 May 2020So, does Intuitive Eating mean giving up on yourself?00:25:53

Have you ever wondered, "does intuitive eating just mean giving up on myself? I mean eating what I want when I want seems like a sure way to just not give a crap!" 

Dalina and Melissa break down the facts in this episode to help you understand what the real meaning of intuitive eating is and how you can embrace it. Are you ready? Let's break the diet cycle! Want more support? Follow Dalina @your.latina. nutritionist and Melissa @no.more.guilt on Instagram to get their free guides and join tens of thousands of women, just like you, becoming the first in their families to break the diet cycle.

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