Nourished & Free: The Podcast

Michelle Yates, MS, RD, LMNT
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Nobody likes talking about their relationship with food or with their body... so let's talk about it. Welcome to Nourished & Free® - the podcast to help you become nourished & healthy while being free from a toxic relationship with food. This show creates space for conversations around having a healthy, balanced, realistic relationship with food while being free of food guilt, disordered eating, and diet stress... all while dodging the misinformation we see left and right in our toxic "wellness" culture AND the toxic “anti-diet” culture.Episodes cover a range of topics including binge eating, critical breakdowns of popular diet and wellness trends, and stories of real women who have walked the road of overcoming a toxic relationship with food/body.I've had my own battle with body dysmorphia and disordered eating, so I get it. I've now made it my mission to help women conquer anything that stands in the way of mental or physical health. Find me on IG for more @yatesnutrition

  1. 1 DAG SIDEN

    Overeaters Anonymous EXPOSED! A Dietitian Review

    Is Overeaters Anonymous (OA) a lifeline for food struggles, orrrrrr another "just don't eat it" diet in disguise? In this tell-all episode, I tap into the origins of OA, its 12-step model, and the red flags I’ve seen firsthand working with clients who turned to OA for help with binge eating and emotional eating. 🚩 You’ll hear the history, the philosophy, and the claims behind OA, plus the reasons why it might actually fuel food noise and binge-restrict cycles rather than solve them. I’ll also share better alternatives that are backed by research, compassion, and long-term sustainability. If you’ve ever wondered, “Does OA actually work?” or “Could Overeaters Anonymous help me?” ... this episode is for you. And if you find the show helpful, don’t forget to leave a rating and review — it helps this podcast reach more women who need freedom from food guilt and binge eating. 😁😁😁 RESOURCES MENTIONED: Get a behind the scenes look at our process that reduces binge eating by an average of 92% [for free] in The Binge Free Blueprint TOPICS COVERED The surprising origins of Overeaters Anonymous (OA)Why comparing food to alcohol doesn’t hold upThe 12 steps of OA, and what they mean in practiceHow OA turns food into a moral issue (and why that’s a huge mistake)The risks of abstinence-based “trigger food” rulesWhat ex-members say about meetings, sponsors, and food plansWhy OA may do more harm than good for binge eating and/or binge eating disorderEvidence-based alternatives that actually support healingHow to quiet food noise without shame or abstinence JUMP TO: 00:00 OA Under the Microscope: Why I’m Talking About This  07:41 The 12 Steps of OA — Helpful or Harmful?  16:45 Food, Faith, and Shame: The Higher Power Debate  21:02 Red Flags: Where OA Misses the Mark  31:00 Better Options: What Works Instead of OA  37:55 Final Verdict: My Honest Review of OA Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    39 min.

  2. 16. SEP.

    Does Insulin Make You Fat or Metabolism Slow Down with Age? (with Dan Feldman, MS, RD, CPT)

    Scrolling through social media for health tips can feel like navigating a minefield. One minute you’re told carbs make you gain weight, the next you hear metabolism tanks as you age — but what’s actually true? In this episode, I’m sitting down with Dan Feldman, a registered dietitian and personal trainer who’s uniquely positioned to decode the wellness chaos online. We dive into: Why certain health trends blow up, even when they’re not backed by scienceThe biggest nutrition myths you’ve probably heard (carbs, insulin, metabolism, creatine, abs are made in the kitchen — we’re tackling them all)How to tell helpful advice from harmful hype in the wellness worldThe challenges of balancing evidence-based info with the need to capture attention onlinePractical tips for health pros struggling to find their voice amid the noiseIf you want to stop spinning your wheels on confusing health advice and finally get clarity on what really matters, this episode is a must-listen. Hit play and learn how to scroll smarter, not harder. 👀 CONTACT/FOLLOW/WORK WITH DAN Dan's Instagram Dan's website Dan's Dietitian Mentor Instagram Nutrition for powerlifters course SOURCES/GRAPHICS MENTIONED Dan's insulin graphic Dan's metabolism graphic Metabolism study on Pubmed Creatine meta analysis on Pubmed Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    48 min.

  3. 2. SEP.

    Binge Eating Is Normalized in Powerlifting… But Should It Be? (with Malisa Nguyen, RD, LD

    Binge eating isn’t just something that happens when you’re stressed out with a pint of ice cream; it’s often built into the culture of certain sports. I'm sitting down with fellow dietitian and strength coach Malisa Nguyen, RD (founder of Strength and Intent) to pull back the curtain on how binge eating and disordered eating are normalized in the world of powerlifting — and what athletes and coaches can do differently. TOPICS COVERED: 🏋️‍♀️ The hidden side of powerlifting nutrition — why “making weight” often comes at the expense of health🍔 Binge eating after weigh-ins — how it’s normalized, glamorized, and why it can be harmful long-term🧠 Recovery & physique goals — can you pursue fat loss or body composition changes after disordered eating without relapsing?💬 The power of intention — why your why matters more than the macros👭 Support systems — how coaches, dietitians, and community can make or break an athlete’s relationship with foodWhether you’re an athlete, coach, or just someone who wants to know if you can pursue fitness goals without sliding back into old food struggles — this conversation is a game-changer. JUMP TO: 01:08 – How Malisa went from business major → dietitian 05:47 – Growing up with mixed food/body messages (clean your plate… but don’t get fat 🙃) 10:22 – Can you actually chase fitness goals without wrecking your head? 15:03 – The messy middle of recovery + learning to eat without tracking every bite 21:32 – Realizing “oh wait, I get to decide what’s best for me” 23:06 – Why you still need people in your corner (even if you’re a pro) 27:57 – Powerlifting has a binge eating problem… let’s talk about it 35:13 – How to fuel smart for performance instead of last-minute crash diets 37:21 – Building a community that doesn’t glamorize disordered eating 📲 CONNECT WITH MALISA: Instagram: Malisa NguyenInstagram: Strength & IntentWebsite: Strength and IntentNutrition for Powerlifters Course 💡 Ready to quiet the food noise, stop binge eating, and build a healthy relationship with food? Grab my free mini-course: The Binge Free Blueprint Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    41 min.

  4. 26. AUG. · BONUSINDHOLD

    Bonus Episode: Nicholas's Birth Story

    This one’s a little different from the usual Nourished & Free® vibes because today I’m joined by my husband, Vincent, to share the story of our son Nicholas’s birth. 🩵 If you’ve listened to Penelope’s and Cillian’s birth story episodes, you know I love recording these—not just to remember all the details for us, but because you all seem to love the wild, emotional, funny, real-life rollercoaster that birth always is. And trust me… Nicky’s story was a ride. TOPICS DISCUSSED: 🩵 The dramatic season leading up to his birth (house stress, business dips, and oh yeah—Vin rupturing his Achilles 6 weeks before my due date 🤦‍♀️) 🩵 What it’s like to be overdue (by my standards) and totally over it 🩵 The Miles Circuit, bloody shows, and the weird joy of finally being in pain 🩵 Why I was pushing Vincent around the hospital in a wheelchair while contracting to Justin Bieber 🩵 My experience in the low-intervention suite and choosing an unmedicated birth 🩵 The terrifying moment Nicholas was born and didn’t breathe right away—and the hours he spent in the NICU 🩵 How that season of struggle finally turned into a turning point for our family It’s raw, it’s real, it’s emotional, and it’s also filled with laughter (because how else do you cope when you’re both miserable but also bringing new life into the world?). Whether you’re a birth story junkie, a fellow mama who gets it, a friend who's curious, or you just love hearing how God reigns & rules over all, this one’s for you. JUMP TO: 00:00 – Pregnancy Recap 01:11 – When Life Piled On: house stress, business dip, and Vin's ruptured Achilles 9:41 – The Longest Two Weeks Ever 14:52 – Finally, Labor Begins 18:52 – Wheelchair Laps + Justin Bieber 32:29 – The Low-Intervention Suite 33:56 – Transition + An Unwelcome Surprise 40:49 – Twenty Minutes of Chaos: contractions, yelling, and helpless sidelines 43:40 – The Scariest Silence 53:13 – Meeting Our Angel Boy RESOURCES MENTIONED Miles Circuit Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    56 min.

  5. 19. AUG.

    Biggest Loser Doc: Registered Dietitian (and Her Husband) React

    My husband Vincent and I are unpacking Netflix’s brand-new documentary Fit for TV, a deep dive into The Biggest Loser. We're sharing our thoughts on the stories, scandals, and shocking truths behind one of the most infamous weight-loss shows of all time. Whether you have seen the doc or would rather skip it and hear what someone else thought, I think you'll enjoy sitting in on our thoughts after watching. From “temptation challenges” to behind-the-scenes medical battles, we've got plenty of unfiltered thoughts on what the show got wrong, what the documentary revealed, and why shows like this shaped an entire generation’s views on weight, health, and self-worth. Expect plenty of "did that seriously happen!?", marital bickering, and some metabolism 101. Also, highly recommend listening on 1.2x speed. In this episode you’ll hear about: What Fit for TV revealed about The Biggest Loser’s hidden dangersThe shocking calorie and exercise demands contestants enduredWhether weight loss reality shows create lasting harm or quick entertainmentHow weight stigma and shame feed binge eating and body image strugglesWhy metabolism myths (like “starving breaks your metabolism forever”) are misunderstoodWhat Michelle wished the documentary had covered about binge eating disorderStudies mentioned: Biggest Loser Study Kevin Hall's follow up analysis Minnesota Starvation Experiment FAST FORWARD TO 00:00 – Why my husband doesn’t listen to my podcast01:31 – First impressions: why Fit for TV felt different from other docs05:06 – Childhood memories & growing up with The Biggest Loser7:21 – Fat-shaming on primetime: how it shaped body image8:19 – Contestants’ stories: Danny, “secret donut runs,” and binge eating9:33 – Meet Dr. Huizenga: hero, villain, or just damage control?15:53 – Calories in, calories out… and why Jillian Michaels is a disaster28:04 – The infamous “temptation challenges” explained36:54 – Shame as motivation? Why yelling doesn’t build a healthy relationship with exercise42:57 – Rumors of drugs, and btw a contestant died!?!47:35 – The infamous "broken metabolism study" and what the show left out54:35 – Important quotes, why some contestants were glad they went on The Biggest Loser, and what we can learn todayTap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    1 t. 12 min.

  6. 5. AUG.

    The Science Behind “I Know What to Do, But I Don’t Do It” (with Kasey Jo Orvidas, PhD)

    Struggling to follow through on your goals OR getting your clients to follow through — even though they know what to do? It’s not a willpower problem… it’s a mindset one. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas — PhD in psychology, certified health and fitness coach, and creator of the Health Mindset Coaching Certification — to break down the actual science behind lasting behavior change. We dig into: Why you sabotage your goals (even when you want to succeed)The truth about willpower, motivation, and self-controlThe difference between guilt vs. shame — and why it mattersHow to build real consistency through self-efficacy and mindset shiftsWhat coaches and health pros need to understand to help clients change for goodWhether you’re tired of “starting over” or you’re a coach wondering how to help clients finally follow through, this episode is packed with practical psychology and zero fluff. 🔗 Links mentioned in this episode: Free Coaching Code EventFollow Kasey on InstagramLink to Work With Michelle TOPICS COVERED👇🏼 00:00 Intro to Mindset and Psychology 05:45 Kasey's Journey into Psychology 10:28 Merging Health/Fitness Coaching and Mindset 13:38 The Psychology Behind “I Know What to Do, I Just Don’t Do It” 18:33 Step 1 to Changing Your Habits 20:51 Guilt vs. Shame 25:47 Decoding Willpower, Motivation, and Self-Control 26:04 Out of Willpower? Here’s What to Do Instead (+Defining Willpower and Self-Control) 29:35 Motivation & the Science of Follow-Through 33:29 Building Self Confidence 41:49 Building Self Confidence in Coaching 44:23 How to Change Your Mindset to Work For You Instead of Against You Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    52 min.

  7. 29. JUL. · BONUSINDHOLD

    Reading Survey Responses I Was Low-Key Nervous to Open From Past Clients ✨ 5-Year Anniversary Bonus Episode ✨

    WOW Yates Nutrition, LLC has officially been established for 5 years! I AM SO BLESSED. Seems like a great time to (potentially) roast myself and see what past clients (those who have been on their own after working with me for at least 6 months) have to say about me. I took peeks here and there at what the responses were saying, but this is the first time I'm sitting down after the last wave of responders and seeing the final results. If you have ever wondered if long term healing is actually possible, what life after Nourished & Free® looks like, and if I actually do help people - stick around and find out. Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    32 min.

  8. 22. JUL.

    How This Christian Therapist Healed Her Relationship with Food (Client Confessional with Julianne)

    Today I’m joined by my former client and licensed therapist Julianne — who brings the perfect mix of clinical wisdom and “yep, I’ve been there” energy to this conversation. She gets honest about what brought her to Nourished & Free® in the first place — think postpartum chaos, generational baggage, medical trauma, and some real mixed signals from both church and culture about what her body “should” be. We get into the messy, often-ignored space where faith, food, and body image collide — and talk about what it actually means to honor God with your body (hint: it’s not obsessing over every calorie or shaming yourself into submission). We cover everything from performance vs. perfection to raising daughters in a world that still acts like thinness = holiness. Whether you share our faith or not, this episode is packed with raw honesty, relatable “oh my gosh, same” moments, and some hard-hitting truths about food shame, body image in the church, and finding freedom in the gray area. If this conversation hits home and you're tired of doing this food + body image stuff alone, Nourished & Free® might be exactly what you need. It’s my group coaching program where we ditch the guilt, unpack the shame, and rebuild your relationship with food in a way that’s actually sustainable (and not miserable). Learn more or apply here. TOPICS COVERED 👇 00:00 Introduction 03:36 Julianne's Journey with Food and Body Image 07:57 The Impact of Athletic Background on Body Image 08:52 Faith and Body Image: A Christian Perspective 13:16 Deconstructing Body Image Beliefs 21:38 Light Bulb Moments in Nourished & Free 25:51 Unraveling Lies About Food and Body Image 29:17 Redefining Success Beyond the Scale 30:18 Celebrating Strength and Body Adaptation 31:17 Cultural Pressures and Body Image 32:11 Navigating Conflicting Messages About Body Image 35:12 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Community Support 37:05 Healing Through Shared Experiences 39:06 Transforming Relationships with Food 42:13 Finding Balance in Food and Life 43:07 Encouragement for Women Struggling with Body Image 45:05 The Importance of Community in Healing 46:51 Navigating Faith and Body Image 48:44 Hope for Future Generations 49:30 Closing Thoughts and Resources CONNECT WITH JULIANNE: Visit her website or Instagram Tap me to send anonymous feedback Support the show LEARN MORE 🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free® 📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!) 📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE ⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes! 💰 Support the Show

    54 min.
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Nobody likes talking about their relationship with food or with their body... so let's talk about it. Welcome to Nourished & Free® - the podcast to help you become nourished & healthy while being free from a toxic relationship with food. This show creates space for conversations around having a healthy, balanced, realistic relationship with food while being free of food guilt, disordered eating, and diet stress... all while dodging the misinformation we see left and right in our toxic "wellness" culture AND the toxic “anti-diet” culture.Episodes cover a range of topics including binge eating, critical breakdowns of popular diet and wellness trends, and stories of real women who have walked the road of overcoming a toxic relationship with food/body.I've had my own battle with body dysmorphia and disordered eating, so I get it. I've now made it my mission to help women conquer anything that stands in the way of mental or physical health. Find me on IG for more @yatesnutrition

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    Michelle Yates, MS, RD, LMNT
  • Aktive år
    2022 - 2025
  • Episoder
    90
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    © 2025 Yates Nutrition
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    Nourished & Free: The Podcast

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