89. Dismantling Diet Culture: Embracing Whole-Body Nutrition with Paula Carper

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Embark on a transformative journey with us as Paula Carper, a registered dietitian with an expansive three-decade career, returns to the Radiant Mission Podcast to unpack the challenges and triumphs of women's health in the face of toxic diet culture. Throughout our conversation, we navigate the often treacherous waters of online health information, guiding you toward a functional approach to nutrition that honors your unique needs. With Paula's expertise, we cast a light on the evolution of dietary guidance, dissecting the discrepancies between outdated government advice and the latest research that champions a whole-body perspective.
As we unravel the threads of diet culture's pervasive marketing, prepare to redefine your relationship with health and self-perception. We explore the historical allure of weight loss trends, the corporate machinations behind them, and their impact on our hormonal and endocrine systems. Alongside Paula, we foster an awareness of the psychological battles waged against women's body image and advocate for a critical mindset shift. This new perspective celebrates holistic well-being and a nourishing lifestyle over the detrimental narratives that have long been the norm.
The narrative crescendos as we discuss the crucial role of protein in our diets, especially for women at varying life stages. Whether you're postpartum or facing the natural changes of aging, join us for an empowering exploration into health, muscle maintenance, and body acceptance, leaving you with actionable advice and a renewed sense of what it means to truly nourish your body.

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1. 89. Dismantling Diet Culture: Embracing Whole-Body Nutrition with Paula Carper (00:00:00)

2. Women's Health and Toxic Diet Culture (00:00:32)

3. The Impact of Marketing on Health (00:15:01)

4. Reframing Body Image and Health (00:21:18)

5. Shifting Mindset Towards Body Acceptance (00:26:30)

6. Health Benefits of Protein Consumption (00:39:00)