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You Are What You Eat
Heavy Metals In Chocolate

Rethinking Wellness offers critical thinking and compassionate skepticism about wellness and diet culture, and reflections on how to find true well-being. We explore the science (or lack thereof) behind popular wellness diets, the role of influencers and social-media algorithms in spreading wellness misinformation, problematic practices in the alternative- and integrative-medicine space, how welln... more

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Registered nutritionist, author, and friend of the pod Laura Thomas joins us to unpack the problematic notion that you need to eat a ridiculously large num... more

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Christy answers an audience question about what to do if you’re wary of buying supplements but want to listen to your doctor’s recommendations.

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Body image scientist and researcher Charlotte Markey, PhD returns to the show to discuss the many factors that impact body image and how parents can help t... more

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Christy answers an audience question about going autoimmune diets and celiac disease, and there’s a bonus one for paid subscribers about going gluten-free ... more

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Recent Guests

Charlotte Markey
Body image scientist and author of The Body Image Book for Girls (PhD)
Rutgers University (as referenced in interview)
Episode: Parenting for Positive Body Image with Charlotte Markey, PhD
Sarah-Jane Garcia
Pharmacist and certified intuitive eating counselor
Self-employed / sarajaygarcia.com
Episode: From Pharmacy to Functional Medicine to Healing from Orthorexia Through Intuitive Eating with Sarah-Jane Garcia
Ragen Chastain
A weight-inclusive speaker, writer, and health and fitness professional
Episode: The Dangers of Diet Drugs: Behind the GLP-1 Weight-Loss Hype with Ragen Chastain (Best Of)
Maxine Ali
Wellness researcher and advocate who critiques wellness culture and micro-influencers.
King's College
Episode: The Rise of Micro-influencers: Wellness Misinformation and Parasocial Relationships with Maxine Ali
Leah Kern
Intuitive eating dietitian and fellow anti-diet advocate
Episode: Anxiety Dieting, Disordered Eating, and the Crunchy-Granola-to-Wellness Pipeline with Leah Kern (Best Of)
Renée DiResta
Social media researcher, professor, and author
Episode: Rumor Mills, Propaganda Machines, and Debunking Anti-Vaccine Misinformation with Renée DiResta
Mallary Tenore Tarpley
Journalist and professor, author of the book Slip: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery
Episode: The Elusiveness of “Full Recovery” from Disordered Eating with Mallary Tenore Tarpley
Katja Rowell
Family doctor, author, and feeding specialist
The Feeding Doctor
Episode: How to Feed Picky Eaters (Without Diet Culture) ft. Katja Rowell, M.D.
Jackie Silver
Registered dietitian specializing in nutrition for neurodivergence and disability
Jackie Silver Nutrition
Episode: Neurodivergence and Nutrition: Separating Myths from Facts with Dietitian Jackie Silver

Host

Christy Harrison
Host and registered dietitian focusing on wellness culture critique and promoting a healthier relationship with food and body image.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 465 ratings
  • Would love to listen…

    Man I’d really love to listen to this podcast, the episodes sound interesting, but it’s all locked behind a paywall.

    Apple Podcasts
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    ComcastSucksAnyway
    United States9 months ago
  • I won’t pay, sorry

    I purchased and read both Christy’s books. Her previous podcast was a sounding board for me in the pandemic. Sadly, I am unsubscribing from newsletters and doing digital cleaning of so many spruces I follow. I have so much content to digest for free and it is sad this very important voice is not as accessible as the ones she critiques which have a lot of free content. I understand money must be made, maybe finding sponsors whose values align? Products from fat business owners BIPOC etc. I would ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Yoipod4yBB
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always gentle, always evidence-based

    I’ve been listening to Christy’s podcasts for over 7 years and recommend her to everyone. She conducts an unparalleled amount of research to be able to present us with accurate data and evidence in accessible ways (mostly—sometimes I have to listen more than once to process the info). And she’s genuinely kind and empathetic! I feel empowered and emboldened with what I’ve learned from her, not least of which is self-acceptance, self-love, and patience. If I could only listen to one podcast for th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    corinna_hotpink
    United Statesa year ago
  • For Paid Subscribers Only

    I respect needing to sustain oneself and make a living, but this may as well be a paid podcast, for both this and the newsletter because at least each time I’ve tried to listen or read several times over the year, a subscription is required to listen to the full episode or read the full article or post.

    I love the content, but I agree with others who proposed retaining the model. Perhaps have some shorter episodes that are free or free for a limited time. As it is now, it’s the frustration of ... more

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    K.Em.54
    United Statesa year ago
  • Misinformation

    I tried having an open mind but this took it too far. As someone with an autoimmune condition for 2 decades and not finding ANY relief until I leaned heavily into healing holistically.. yes through diet/supplements. If you put junk in your body, it’s not going to feel good, supplements allow us to fill in the nutritional gaps and give our body what it needs to regain health. If takes time and it takes work but yes you most definitely have the ability to reverse disease through diet lifestyle, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jjulius2008
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the exploration of complex topics, advocating for a nuanced understanding of wellness.
The content is thoughtful and evidence-based, addressing important issues within wellness culture.
There are concerns about the monetization model, with some feeling that paid content limits access to valuable discussions.

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Challenging the Hype About Gut Health and Ultra-Processed Foods with Laura Thomas (Best Of)
Q: Can you explain how ultra-processed foods are defined and their relation to gut health?
She outlines the NOVA classification, clarifying that most foods are technically processed to some degree, and ultra-processed foods are defined by formulations with additives and ingredients designed to mimic or enhance qualities, which can be problematic when used to demonize a broad category without considering context or individual health needs.
Challenging the Hype About Gut Health and Ultra-Processed Foods with Laura Thomas (Best Of)
Q: Where did the idea of 30+ plants per week come from, and is it evidence-based or hype?
Laura explains that the idea originated from a study within the American Gut Project, which looked at plant-based foods self-reported per week. However, this is a single study and does not justify replacing established guidance like five-a-day; there are significant issues with self-reporting, sampling, and overgeneralization.
Healing from Dubious Diagnoses, Disordered Eating, and Overwork with Kirsten Powers (Best Of)
Q: How did changes in media consumption and daily rhythms affect your health?
Reducing exposure to stressful media environments and social media dramatically decreased her nervous system arousal, allowing her to regain energy and stability, which was crucial for recovery.
Healing from Dubious Diagnoses, Disordered Eating, and Overwork with Kirsten Powers (Best Of)
Q: What was the turning point in your understanding of your health and wellness journey?
The turning point came when Kirsten realized that the pattern of restrictive eating and chasing dubious diagnoses was masking deeper issues, and that understanding her stress, trauma, and nutrition together gave her a clearer path toward healing.
Parenting for Positive Body Image with Charlotte Markey, PhD
Q: Can you talk about how parents' own attitudes toward their bodies influence their kids' body image?
There is strong evidence that parental body dissatisfaction can transfer to children early on, but positive modeling and ongoing, value-based conversations can mitigate that influence and encourage healthier attitudes over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rethinking Wellness

What is Rethinking Wellness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast engages listeners in a critical examination of wellness and diet culture, emphasizing the need for informed and compassionate approaches to health. It addresses topics such as the scientific validity of popular diets, the influence of social media and wellness influencers in spreading misinformation, and the problematic aspects of alternative and integrative medicine. With episodes focused on issues like disordered eating and the ways wellness culture impacts mental well-being, it provides insights into navigating a flawed healthcare system while promoting self-care without falling into common wellness traps. The unique aspect of this podcast is its blend of critical analysis and empathy, empowering listeners to challenge mains... more

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1. Food Psych Podcast with Christy Harrison
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2. Sarah-Jane Garcia
3. Ragen Chastain
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5. Leah Kern
6. Renée DiResta
7. Mallary Tenore Tarpley
8. Katja Rowell

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