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Ease With Food: A Real-Life-Ready Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

Shannon Western
Hypothalamic Amenorrhea
Bulimia
Exercise
Nutrition
HA Recovery
Energy Availability
Hormones
Carbohydrates
Food-Related Disorders
Disordered Eating
Intuitive Eating
Energy Deficit
Eating Disorder
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Emotions
Regular Eating
Body Signals
Food and Nutrition Relationship
Mechanical Eating
Recovery

The Ease With Food Podcast is here to bring you the tips and tricks of eating disorder and disordered eating recovery. Let's chat ED recovery, and all things health and wellness. Hosted by Shannon Western — nutritionist, therapist, and founder of Ease Nutrition Therapy — we explore how to heal your relationship with food and body. Expect chats about recovery tools, straight-from-the-clinic tips, a... more

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In this episode, I give three more insights about bulimia recovery you might not have heard before:

* Tolerate discomfort without immediately escaping it

* Stop controlling and punishing your body

* A stable way of eating reduces urgency

Resour... more

In this episode, I give three insights about bulimia recovery that most people never hear:

* Permission to stop treating bulimia as the enemy — Understanding what your bulimia is protecting you from, rather than being at war with it.

* Widening th... more

If you’ve been told to “just eat when you’re hungry” in recovery and it’s not working — this episode is for you.

In early eating disorder recovery, your hunger cues are often unreliable. After months or years of restriction, your body adapts by turn... more

What are you looking forward to today? If the answer is your evening snack, we need to talk. In this episode, I break down why making food your only source of joy keeps you stuck in binge-restrict cycles, the anticipation-disappointment trap that lea... more

Episode 8 of the Heal from HA Series is a big ol' frequently asked questions episode about hypothalamic amenorrhea and recovery.

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Email me suggestions for the HA series: sh... more

Episode 7 of the Heal from HA Series on what recovery from HA looks like and what life is like after.

Episode on safety behaviours

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Episode 6 of the Heal from HA Series on social media for hypothalamic amenorrhea

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Email me suggestions for the HA series: shannon @ easenutritiontherapy.com

Episode 5 of the Heal from HA Series. I talk about rest, exercise, and why rest is the best form of productivity when recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea!

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Shannon Western
Host of Ease With Food, nutritionist, therapist, and founder of Ease Nutrition Therapy

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Amazing

    So grateful to have come across this podcast. A massive support and motivation during ED and HA recovery 💛 each episode holds so much insight and info

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    In12@.
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • So insightful

    A great listen if you want to learn more about disordered eating and how to manage your own habits healthily! Very useful resources to aid you in bettering your physical and mental health 💗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rhirhi0107
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great Recovery Podcast

    Shannon is knowledgeable, kind and down to earth. She gives excellent advice, and the information is well organized and easy to follow. I like that she gives the invitation to find more kindness even as we step forward with so much strength.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cannonball Babe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtful and comforting

    An insightful podcast that breaks down more complex topics with ease. I especially loved the episode on sleep which is something I desperately needed help with. I’ll be searching out magnesium supplements soon. Thank you, Shannon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thriftingbibliophile
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this !!

    I love this podcast, has helped me so much and honestly life changing 🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LaneBøy
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Super illuminating

    Shannon has helped me so much, thank you! Xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FSevestyanov
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fab

    Love this thank you cxxxxx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MickShaw37372
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Emma Vs

    Amazing 👏🏻⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Appleaberdeen
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • ☘️🌎🍂🌒🍄‍🟫🌸💕💕

    🌸🌸💕💕💕 love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JessicPdnxnxnxn
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this, so helpful ♥️♥️

    Xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Molly321H
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • My favourite

    I love this podcast so much ❤️ I was lucky enough to work with Shannon in my recovery from bulimia. Love her and this pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MeliJ 882
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Weight inclusive and so knowledgeable

    Shannon is knowledgeable and one of the safest people to listen to. Her podcast is full of wisdom and well worth listening to if you are experiencing an eating disorder or disordered eating.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeni2121212131
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Ex client here

    Love this podcast. Shannon is wonderful and I’m grateful for how she’s helped me. I continue to listen to her here and I’ve been doing so much better

    Thanks Shannon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shona.P0312
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Erin

    💕💕💕💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erinmich 0090
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Nikki

    Love this podcast and Shannon xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nikki37282
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many value the evidence-based steps and real-life recovery examples.
Fans note episodes are easy to follow and well organized.
Listeners praise the host for compassionate, practical guidance.
The show is described as supportive, hopeful, and non-judgmental.

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98. I Answer FAQs about Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (Heal from HA Series 8/8)
Q: Final question: what if I'm doing everything right and I still don't get my period?
If periods are still absent after several months of consistent recovery behaviors, consult specialists such as an endocrinologist or gynecologist, and remember that healing is non-linear and may take more time.
98. I Answer FAQs about Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (Heal from HA Series 8/8)
Q: Question six is about contraception. If you've been on contraception for years, how do you know if you have HA?
Contraception, especially hormonal forms, can mask HA by inducing withdrawal bleeds without true ovulation; discuss with a clinician to explore non-hormonal options like a copper IUD if appropriate.
98. I Answer FAQs about Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (Heal from HA Series 8/8)
Q: Question four, can I drink coffee during recovery?
Coffee can be consumed in moderation, but it's wise to limit caffeine and avoid it around meals to prevent interference with nutrient absorption and to manage cortisol/spike in stress hormones.
98. I Answer FAQs about Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (Heal from HA Series 8/8)
Q: Can I recover without completely stopping exercise?
Sometimes light, gradual reintroduction of movement can occur later in recovery, but initially rest is typically recommended to reduce energy demands and stress hormones while the body recovers.
98. I Answer FAQs about Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (Heal from HA Series 8/8)
Q: Question number one, do I have to gain weight to recover from HA?
Yes, in many cases weight gain is a common part of recovery because HA often stems from an energy deficit, though the exact weight target varies and some may recover at different weights once the body feels safe.

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The show centers on real-life recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating, offering practical, therapist-informed guidance on rebuilding a healthier relationship with food and body. Episodes frequently tackle structured eating, managing urges without shame, and rethinking common recovery myths, often pairing clinical concepts with tangible tools like meal plans, feelings wheels, and gradual exposure strategies. Noteworthy is the pragmatic, empathetic tone that blends clinical expertise with lived experience, plus a focus on HA recovery, relapse prevention, and integrating rest, sleep, and stress management into long-term wellness. Listeners can expect actionable frameworks, compassionate coaching, and resources designed for those n... more

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