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Seems Like Diet Culture

Ever ask yourself "What the F does being healthy actually mean"? I mean there are 6000 diets, superfoods, wellness influencers, trends and somehow you're supposed to know what to do? Luckily there’s a podcast for that now…oh and you're looking at it. I’m your host, Mallory, a Registered Dietitian whose mission is to bring you no-bull information each week that will help you sift through all the health crap and misinformation that’s pervasive online. I’ll be giving you actionable information through a mix of solo episodes, guest shows and listener Q&As, all aimed at helping you learn what your version of health looks like. To work with me, go here https://pico.link/malloryjpage and to keep up with me, follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/malloryjpage/
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Episodes

167. Protein Obsession (& Signs You Have it)

Is it really about health —or just another food rule in disguise? In this episode, we unpack the protein obsession that’s taken over the wellness world. From 40g breakfasts to fear of carbs, we explore where this pressure comes from, what it’s doing to your relationship with food, and how to spot the signs it might be sneaking into your mindset. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podca...

Jun 26, 202519 min

166. Disordered Eating vs. An Eating Disorder

What is the actual difference between disordered eating and an eating disorder? And how do you know when it’s serious enough to get support—especially when everything around you says it’s “normal”? Let’s break it down. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Jun 19, 202515 min

165. Are We Making America Healthy Again?

It's time to talk about it. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Jun 12, 202524 min

164. Bethenny Frankel's Supermodel Snack Series

Sports Illustrated’s swim runway sparked a firestorm of commentary about Bethenny Frankel’s body. We’ll unpack her response in this episode—but more importantly, we’re diving into the deeper message this moment reveals about how women’s bodies are still treated in our culture. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Jun 05, 202523 min

163. Boredom Eating

You’re not hungry, but you keep reaching for something to eat. Is it boredom eating… or something else entirely? In this episode, we’re digging into the moments when food becomes a go-to—without judgment, tips to "just distract yourself," or shame. If boredom eating leaves you feeling confused or stuck, this conversation will shift the way you see it. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit...

May 29, 202524 min

162. What Is Gentle Nutrition (And Are You Ready for It?)

You’ve heard the term gentle nutrition, but what does it actually mean—and how do you know if you’re ready for it? In this episode, I break down what gentle nutrition is (and what it isn’t), how to know if it’s the right time to explore it, and what it looks like in real life. This is for you if you want to care about your health without falling back into food guilt, rules, or restriction. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a ...

May 22, 202538 min

161. Wellness Culture vs. Diet Culture

Wellness culture is everywhere right now, and it’s important to unpack what that actually means. Is it just a rebranded version of diet culture, or is it something new entirely? In this conversation, we’ll break down what wellness culture really is, why it’s become so dominant, how it affects you (often in ways you don’t even notice), and how to navigate it with a more critical, grounded perspective. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestrict...

May 15, 202531 min

160. This is Why Traditional Recovery Methods Haven't Worked For You

After working with over 500 people and taking thousands of consult calls, I’ve seen exactly why traditional recovery methods often fall short. These are the 5 biggest reasons they don’t work — and what actually does. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: The Nourished Nervous System Guided Audio Overcoming the Fear of Weight Gain Podcast What is Your Happy Weig...

May 08, 202540 min

159. Influencers Lying About Ozempic?!

We’ve known that some people have lied about taking Ozempic—but now it’s showing up among influencers who also sell weight loss plans and workout programs. Naturally, I knew we had to talk about it on the podcast. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: The New Weight Loss Miracle Drug? Ozempic Ozempic Causing Stomach Paralysis? Oprah's On Ozempic? Weight Managem...

May 01, 202519 min

158. Should You Weigh Yourself?

We’re tackling a question that stirs up a lot of opinions: should you weigh yourself? In this episode, I’m breaking down what stepping on the scale actually does (and doesn’t) tell you, can it mess with your mindset, and how to know if it’s helping or hurting your relationship with food and body image. Whether you weigh yourself daily, haven’t in years, or feel stuck in the in-between, this conversation will help you get clear on your why —and what to do instead if the scale is stealing your pea...

Apr 24, 202521 min

157. SKINNYTOK IS A SCAM

Why the content that seems “motivating” or “healthy” can actually keep you trapped in shame, comparison, and constant self-doubt. If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling after a scroll, feeling like your body isn’t enough or your meals aren’t “clean” enough… this one’s for you. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: Why Political Unrest Increases the Desire to B...

Apr 17, 202530 min

156. Overcoming the Fear of Weight Gain

Tired of being told to just “talk it out” or repeat affirmations when it comes to fearing weight gain? This episode goes deeper. I’m breaking down where the fear really comes from, why it makes so much sense, and what to do instead of just trying to mindset your way out. If this fear has been quietly running the show, you’re not alone—and this conversation will meet you right where you are. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a...

Apr 10, 202548 min

155. Neurodivergence and Disordered Eating

Today we’re exploring the often-overlooked intersection between neurodivergence and disordered eating. We’ll look at how traits like sensory sensitivities, executive functioning challenges, rigid thinking patterns, and emotional regulation differences can influence someone’s relationship with food. Our goal is to deepen understanding, reduce stigma, and highlight more inclusive, supportive approaches to care. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living U...

Apr 03, 202531 min

154. Why Political Unrest Increases the Desire to Be Skinny

Why do body ideals tighten when the world feels chaotic? In this episode, we unpack how political unrest and societal instability can fuel the desire to control our bodies—especially the urge to be thinner. If you've ever noticed your body image struggle spike during uncertain times, this conversation will help make sense of why. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Ment...

Mar 27, 202520 min

153. What is Wrong with Wedding Culture?!

Ever heard, "You must lose weight before the wedding," or "What are you doing for wedding prep?" In this episode, we unpack the pressure brides face around body image, challenge toxic wedding culture, and talk about what real wedding prep should look like. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Mar 20, 202530 min

152. How to Balance Food Freedom & Health Effortlessly

Have you ever felt like you can't have food freedom because you only end up eating things that are unhealthy? Have you ever felt like intuitive eating just doesn't work for you because you end up losing control and eating too much? If so, you will learn exactly why this is happening in this episode and also learn how to effortlessly balance food freedom and health instead. Mentioned: FREE MASTERCLASS (dive deeper into this topic): https://elegant-sky-98819.myflodesk.com/j3xzlry0kv Let's connect:...

Mar 13, 202532 min

152. Marathon Running - Diet Culture or Healthy Passion?

Have you ever wondered, “Is marathon running and training part of diet culture?” or “Is there a healthy way to run marathons?” These questions come up all the time in my work and from you guys, so we're diving into them in today’s episode. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Mar 06, 202532 min

151. "Body Positivity is Dead"

Is it true... is the body positivity movement really dead? Let's discuss. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality Pro-Ana Content is Back...

Feb 27, 202526 min

150. Can You ACTUALLY Be Healthy at Any Size?

The concept of health being possible at any size has been discussed as of late, but is it actually possible? If so, does it mean that a person can be healthy at any size? Does it mean that every person is healthy regardless of their size? Or, neither of these? We will be discussing this in the episode and exploring the true meaning of the Health at Every Size movement. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call W...

Feb 20, 202527 min

149. Super Bowl Ads & Diet Culture (Controversy!)

The Super Bowl is known for its big-budget ads, but this year, some commercials sparked conversations about more than just products. From weight loss drugs to subtle diet culture messages, we’re breaking down how these ads reinforced certain narratives about food, bodies, and health. Why did they spark backlash, and what can we take away from the conversation? Let’s unpack it together. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free...

Feb 13, 202533 min

148. What is Your Happy Weight?

Your body has a natural place where it thrives—often referred to as your "happy weight." This idea, based on the concept of set point weight, is what we’re breaking down today. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand what happy weight is, how it works, the exceptions to the concept, and how it can ease fears around weight gain or the desire to lose weight. We dive deeper into this concept in: Freedom From Food Noise Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadma...

Feb 06, 202521 min

147. 6 Red Flags of Intuitive Eating 🚩

Intuitive eating has blown up in popularity, and while that’s awesome, it’s also led to a lot of misunderstandings about what intuitive eating actually is. The result? More people spreading the message (yay!) but also more people getting it wrong (yikes!). In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the biggest red flags to watch for, so you can spot misinformation and stay on track with your journey to food freedom. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Livi...

Jan 30, 202526 min

146. Red No. 3 is BANNED - Everything You Need to Know

On January 15th of 2025 the FDA announced it is banning Red No. 3 dye from foods, beverages, and medicines. In this podcast we break down: What does this actually mean? How long will it take to come into effect Why did this happen? Mallory's thoughts on this as a non-diet dietitian Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Resources: https://www.fda.gov/food/hfp-constituent-u...

Jan 23, 202518 min

145. How the Tiktok Ban Impacts Diet Culture

The TikTok ban is officially happening—but what does that mean for diet culture as a whole? We dive into the potential impacts in today's episode. Mentioned: Resources for the LA Fires Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Jan 16, 202517 min

144. Plastic Surgery, Botox, & Filler

Plastic surgery, fillers, and Botox have become significant topics in today’s conversations about beauty standards. A question I’m often asked is, “Are these procedures a part of diet culture?” It’s a question that sparks important conversations, and today, we’re exploring what these procedures represent in the broader landscape of diet culture and self-expression. Mentioned: Free workshop - 3 Phases to Freedom From Food Noise Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The R...

Jan 09, 202546 min

143. What If You Didn't Set a Weight Loss or Physique Goal?

If you listen to one episode in the new year have it be this one. Mentioned: Free workshop - 3 Phases to Freedom From Food Noise Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Jan 02, 202546 min

142. Earning Your Food is BS - Here's Why

Do you have a voice in your head that tells you to "earn" the food you eat? I know exactly what this is like as someone that dealt with it for years, but this mindset is total BS. Whether you know this, and are wanting new tools to break through it, or didn't know this episode is for you. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: Free workshop - 3 Phases to Freedom...

Dec 26, 202423 min

141. How to Stop Thinking About Food

One of the #1 questions I get asked and we’re tackling it today on the podcast. You’ll get the 3 specific steps to freeing your mind from food and body image thoughts. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests Mentioned: Free workshop - 3 Phases to Freedom From Food Noise...

Dec 19, 202424 min

140. Books and Beauty Standards

Have you ever felt as if every character in romance and fantasy books are the same type of beauty? Today, we’re unpacking the dynamics of mainstream fiction novels to examine how they might reflect or reinforce diet culture, and what implications that could have for readers and the genre as a whole. Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work With Me Submit Podcast Requests...

Dec 12, 202428 min

138. Alcohol - Can You Be Intuitive With It?

What does it mean to have a healthy relationship alcohol and how would you even cultivate it? We dive into the complexities of it all in this episode and explore whether or not you can be truly intuitive with alcohol. Support for alcohol problems: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/treatment-alcohol-problems-finding-and-getting-help Let's connect: Mallory's Instagram & Tiktok Free Community "The Roadmap To Living Unrestricted" Book a Free Discovery Call Work Wit...

Dec 05, 202438 min
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