100 episodes

Where a real doctor - who really recovered from an eating disorder - talks about your real struggles with food, body image, and weight.

Straight talk from the professional and personal perspective...

Behind The Bite Cristina Castagnini

    • Health & Fitness
    • 4.9 • 67 Ratings

Where a real doctor - who really recovered from an eating disorder - talks about your real struggles with food, body image, and weight.

Straight talk from the professional and personal perspective...

    Unapologetic Eating with Alissa Rumsey

    Unapologetic Eating with Alissa Rumsey

    Is eating still something that feels like a complicated task for you? Do you want to cultivate a more peaceful relationship with food and your body? Did you know that the problem is not really just about the food?
    In this podcast episode, I speak about about unapologetic eating with Alissa Rumsey. We reflect on how you can let go of trying to "fix" your body and how you can build a healthier relationship with food.
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 43 min
    Binge Eating Disorder and Trauma with Expert Amy Pershing

    Binge Eating Disorder and Trauma with Expert Amy Pershing

    How is perfectionism related to trauma? Why do many children start using food as a coping mechanism? How does one break the cycle and make a positive, long-lasting change?
    In this podcast episode, I speak with expert Amy Pershing about binge eating disorder and trauma. We reflect on the causes of perfectionism and how to avoid moralizing about food.
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 42 min
    Making Peace with Food with Expert Judith Matz

    Making Peace with Food with Expert Judith Matz

    Why are diets always going to fail? What does the diet cycle look like? How can you identify emotional eating?  
    In this podcast episode, I interview expert Judith Matz about making peace with food. We discuss how therapists can support clients by promoting self-care, and why its important to understand emotional eating.
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 41 min
    Rethinking Diets, Weight, Health, and "The Wellness Trap" with Expert Christy Harrison

    Rethinking Diets, Weight, Health, and "The Wellness Trap" with Expert Christy Harrison

    How can research shift our perspectives around weight and health? What are some of the ways to identify toxic diet culture? What's causing the Ozempic crisis?
    In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini interviews Christy Harrison about diets, health, "the wellness trap", and Ozempic. 
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 54 min
    Do You Have "Fear" Foods?" And So Much More with Certified Coach Meg McCabe

    Do You Have "Fear" Foods?" And So Much More with Certified Coach Meg McCabe

    Do you have “fear” foods that you have been avoiding in ED treatment and recovery? How do you tell the difference between a real recovery coach and an influencer? What are the early steps that you can take to overcome your fear foods and create a healthier relationship with food?
    In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini discusses “fear foods" with certified eating disorder recovery coach Meg McCabe. We reflect on self-worth, finding a certified coach, and how to tackle fear foods. 
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 48 min
    Healing From Diets, Healthy Movement, And Listening To Your Body wit Lara Days

    Healing From Diets, Healthy Movement, And Listening To Your Body wit Lara Days

    Were you a former athlete? Are you confused about food and exercise because of all the misinformation on social media? Do you want to improve your mindset and unlearn past conditioning to live a fuller, more authentic life?
    In this podcast episode, I speak about healing from diets, healthy movement, and listening to your body with Lara Days. We discuss how you can become aware of your body's cues and engage in healthy exercise.
    Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to recovery. We reflect on the harm caused by mirrors, comparing ourselves, and wearing the wrong clothing sizes. 
    SHOW NOTES: Click here
    Follow me on Instagram @behind_the_bite_podcast
    Visit the website: www.behindthebitepodcast.com

    • 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
67 Ratings

67 Ratings

562Libby ,

Podcast guest

I loved the convo Christina and I had and we need more providers like her! ❤️

Susan P Stylist ,

Real talk about all bodies

Cristina is such a wonderful host, bringing insight and guidance on how we can all be kinder to ourselves and our bodies. It was an honor to be one of her guests!

cherylgoguen ,

Great podcast

Cristina is the absolute best and I credit her with my recovery from binge eating disorder. Whenever I find myself struggling I listen to this podcast!

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