Summer reading recs ’24 – our all-time favorites {with Kara!}
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Summer reading recs ’24 – our all-time favorites {with Kara!}

This summer reading recommendations episode is a little bit different than what we’ve done previously – this is an episode filled with great recommendations, but mostly not from what we’ve been reading this year. We wanted to spotlight more amazing books that aren’t talked about as much, books that live in our heads rent free even years later, and some overhyped books we unfortunately didn’t like. CHECK OUT THE FULL LIST

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SOS – Summer Body Image
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

SOS – Summer Body Image

This week on the podcast, we are talking all things summer body image – not surprising because all those summer clothes have everyone in their feels.  This episode is full of tips, support and ways to check in with yourself on how your body image is faring so far.  It’s action packed and full of love – we couldn’t think of a better episode to wrap up this season with!! We also have a free body image quiz and an action guide to go along with this week’s episode!

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A missing link in eating disorder treatment with Dr. Jennie Wang-Hall
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

A missing link in eating disorder treatment with Dr. Jennie Wang-Hall

Eating disorder psychologist Dr. Jennie Wang-Hall joins us to talk about what might be missing in your eating disorder treatment. We dive into how parts work is essential to understanding the roots of your eating disorder and how our eating disorders are bred from a protective part of us. Listen to learn more about how Dr. Jennie Wang- Hall brings attachment, parts work and intersectionality into their eating disorder support.

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The problem with food as a reward
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

The problem with food as a reward

In this episode we discuss why we view “food as a reward” with a side of skepticism and conflicting feelings. From childhood treats to adult indulgences like alcohol and retail therapy, we’re exploring why we feel the need to earn every bite. Why do we think of “food as a reward” as a bad thing? Why do we think certain foods need to be earned and others don’t? Join us as we break free from the cycle of “earning” and explore alternative ways to treat ourselves without guilt or shaming. 

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Social media, AI and body image with Sarah Egan & Amanda Bolton
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Social media, AI and body image with Sarah Egan & Amanda Bolton

Today we’re diving into social media, AI and body image with Sarah Egan and Amanda Bolton from Eating Disorders Training Australia! We’ll be talking about what the research says on the impact of social media on negative body image, the crazy world of AI, and tools you can use to set boundaries on social media to protect your mental health.

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Raising kid food explorers with Dani Lebovitz
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Raising kid food explorers with Dani Lebovitz

 In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Dani Lebovitz, the passionate force behind Kid Food Explorers, joining us. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Pediatric Dietitian, Dani is on a mission to empower parents in raising confident and adventurous eaters. Today, we’re exploring how to navigate the often-conflicting expectations and information surrounding children’s nutrition. Dani sheds light on the importance of fostering food competence through STEAM activities and steering away from shame and embracing a balanced approach between catering and consideration. Join us as we uncover practical strategies for creating harmony at the table and nurturing a positive relationship with food in our families.

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Natural ozempic – does it exist?
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Natural ozempic – does it exist?

This week we’re doing a deep dive on tools, foods, and supplements that are being touted as ” natural ozempic “, including oats, berberine, akkermansia, and continuous glucose monitors (CGM’s) . Does a natural ozempic even exist? How do these tools work in the body, and do they actuallly work as social media says they do? Why is no one talking about potential side effects (like pooping your pants on the regular??!) 

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Aging, botox and body image with Dr. Colleen Reichmann
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Aging, botox and body image with Dr. Colleen Reichmann

Dr. Colleen Reichmann joins us again this week for a very needed, very nuanced conversation around aging, self-care, botox and body image! We talk about how it’s normal to experience conflicted feelings about aging and ‘tweakments’ like botox, fillers, red light therapy, etc. We also discuss how insisting people should just love their bodies as they age and calling age a privilege doesn’t address the system that creates the fear of aging.

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Big Food and anti-diet influencers?
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Big Food and anti-diet influencers?

This week we have a nutrition in the news episode all about Big Food and anti-diet influencers & dietitians! A juicy article came up on Washington Post that we needed to dig into, titled: As obesity rises, Big Food and dietitians push ‘anti-diet’ advice – and you KNOW we were going to have some opinions on this one. We discuss how anti-diet language is being co-opted, but not in the way the article mentions. Big Food is also starting to cash in on the anti-diet “trend” and marketing to reach more people. Let’s discuss!

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Breaking down gut health trends (part 2)
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Breaking down gut health trends (part 2)

In this episode we’re breaking down more gut health trends, gut supplements, testing, and more – inspired by your questions! In this episode we’re covering: food sensitivity testing, stool testing, hydrogen water, Seed probiotic, $100 probiotics (from Pendulum), and at-home breath testing for symptom management. Don’t forget to check out part 1 – Colostrum, creatine,...

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Negative Body Image: Is your gut health to blame?
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Negative Body Image: Is your gut health to blame?

This week we’re doing a deep dive on the negative body image and gut health connection! It’s natural when things aren’t going great internally with your body that you’re not going to feel good about your body image. Why is this? We’re digging into the gut-brain connection, how and why having a diagnosis (or cluster...

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Cycle syncing and shark bait OOH HA HA
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Cycle syncing and shark bait OOH HA HA

We’re bringing you another trending topic in the nutrition and wellness world this week – cycle syncing! This is a recently re-popularized trend where more functionally-minded circles are sharing how you can live, eat, exercise, etc. in line with the four phases of the menstrual cycle. And while it’s refreshing to see more information out...

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Colostrum, creatine, and 75 no thanks I’m busy that day {listener questions}
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Colostrum, creatine, and 75 no thanks I’m busy that day {listener questions}

Today we have an episode driven by your questions on a lot of recent nutrition and wellness trends lately: we’re digging into 75 hard, colostrum, creatine, and collagen! What do the studies actually say? Are these worth the hype? And what would we avoid with a 100-foot pole? PS – check out the studies mentioned...

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Managing IBS and stress overload with Kate Scarlata, RD
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Managing IBS and stress overload with Kate Scarlata, RD

Kate Scarlata joins us to talk about managing IBS and stress overload, the gut-brain axis, IBS mimickers, and when to re-examine your gut symptoms with your doctor. What do you do when you feel like you’ve tried everything to manage IBS, and you’re still experiencing symptoms? We also discuss: the more stressful the diet is...

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Why Millennials Can’t Love Their Bodies
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Why Millennials Can’t Love Their Bodies

This week we have a body image-centered episode for Valentines’ Day week – Why Millennials can’t love their bodies. We know a lot of millennials can relate to the “oh that’s cool for them, but not for me” to embrace body acceptance and neutrality. We’re digging into the layered impact that diet and wellness culture

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When resolutions lead to burnout (and what to do about it)
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

When resolutions lead to burnout (and what to do about it)

If you’re feeling like your resolutions or intentions for the new year have already crashed and burned, or if you’re feeling on very shaky ground – you’re not alone! On this week’s episode we’re talking about when resolutions lead to burnout, and what we can do about it. Raise your hand if you feel like...

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Is dry January the new Whole30?
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Is dry January the new Whole30?

On this week’s episode we’re discussing: is dry January the new whole30? And how to examine your relationship with alcohol in a non-diet way. We talk about the similarities and differences between dry January and strict food elimination protocols, and how dry January can be used in a way to examine your relationship with alcohol..

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Body image healing through somatic experiencing and IFS with Meg Doll
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Body image healing through somatic experiencing and IFS with Meg Doll

Meg Doll joins us to dive into the world of trauma healing, somatic experiencing and IFS, which have been super hot button topics on social media lately. Meg is helping us demystify these concepts, sharing insights into why trauma healing is gaining popularity, and dispelling misconceptions surrounding its connection to weight loss. Meg sheds light..

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Unf*ckwithable confidence: science backed body image work with Kara Loewentheil
Cristina Hoyt Alvarez Cristina Hoyt Alvarez

Unf*ckwithable confidence: science backed body image work with Kara Loewentheil

Kara Loewentheil joins us to dive into the intricacies of de-programming and re-programming the mind and science backed body image work. We’re discussing the internalized belief that a woman’s life hinges on the other side of a weight loss journey, and how sexist thinking can trap you in a body image spiral. Kara is the...

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