Imbodi Health Podcast

In this episode, we chat with Henry Rheinberger about:

1. Henry's journey so far in recovery from Anorexia Nervosa
2. Some of the challenges faced by those in the LGBTQIA+ community (especially gay men) when it comes to body image
3. The impact of body comments & pressure to look 'perfect' in the acting and musical theatre industry
4. How eating disorder recovery isn't linear (and that's okay!)
5. Finding the right health professionals to help you in recovery

Henry Rheinberger was born and raised in Nipaluna, or Hobart, and went on his first diet at a young age before yo-yo-ing between a few diets throughout his teen years. Eventually, Henry developed Anorexia. Henry moved to Perth in 2021 to study a Diploma of Musical Theatre. He then moved to Brisbane in 2022 to study a Bachelor of Musical Theatre.

Since 2021 Henry has taken part in a variety of inpatient and outpatient treatments for his eating disorder and other mental illnesses. Henry has now stopped pursuing professional musical theatre, is a mental health and eating disorder advocate on his social media, and has moved home to Nipaluna where he is focusing on his recovery.

Henry is also a Pilates and group fitness instructor who is passionate about women’s health and Health at Every Size. Additionally, Henry is a gay man who is an advocate for improving body image in the LGBTIQA+ community.

At Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditch diet culture, make friends with food and find peace with your body. Find your version of ‘whole health’ no matter your body shape or size.

Tune in weekly for bite-sized episodes on all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance.

• Join the community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbodihealth/
• Visit The Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/
• Imbodi Health website: www.imbodihealth.com

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When does 'healthy eating' go too far?

In this episode, we're chatting about orthorexia: an eating disorder that involves a fixation or obsession with healthy eating. Although it's not yet included in the DSM V as an official eating disorder diagnosis, you will commonly find it referenced in the media, blog articles and research papers and it is recognised by many mental health professionals and eating disorder experts.

In this episode, Kiah and Meg discuss:

• How orthorexia might develop, including risk factors
• Some red flags or possible signs of orthorexia
• How to tell the difference between healthy eating and orthorexia
• The 'clean eating' movement
• Food rules vs. food preferences
• Diagnosis & prevalence of orthorexia

At Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditch diet culture, make friends with food and find peace with your body. Find your version of ‘whole health’ no matter your body shape or size.

Tune in weekly for bite-sized episodes on all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance.

• Join the community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbodihealth/
• Visit The Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/
• Imbodi Health website: www.imbodihealth.com

If you enjoy our episodes, please give us a written review on Apple podcasts. It helps our podcast to be shown to more people!

In this episode, Kiah and Meg chat with Serena Nangia about:

1. Serena's journey in founding The Body Activists
2. How fatphobia (anti-fat bias) and weight discrimination cause harm, and their link to increasing the risk of developing an eating disorder
3. Media awareness and how to navigate harmful advice around food or bodies
4. Navigating the healthcare system and having difficult conversations with health professionals
5. Dealing with imposter syndrome: your voice matters

Serena Nangia (she/her) is a long-time advocate for eating disorder recovery, host of The Body Activism Podcast, CEO of The Body Activists, and Marketing & Communications Manager for an eating disorder nonprofit called Project HEAL. Her company, The Body Activists, is a start-up focused on collaborating with and educating businesses and community leaders to identify, dialogue about, and disrupt harmful stigma and discrimination based on weight and body size.
Serena has spent close to a decade building expertise on the way body image, media, and eating disorders affect people’s daily lives. Serena is also a frequent public speaker on the issue of fatphobia and actively works to elevate diverse voices of People of Color and Fat People. Serena’s inspiration comes from her sister, Ellen, who struggled with an eating disorder for over a decade and is now in long-term recovery.

At Imbodi Health, our mission is to empower you to ditch diet culture, make friends with food and find peace with your body. Find your version of ‘whole health’ no matter your body shape or size.

Tune in weekly for bite-sized episodes on all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance.

• Join the community on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imbodihealth/
• Visit The Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/
• Imbodi Health website: www.imbodihealth.com

If you enjoy our episodes, please give us a written review on Apple podcasts. It helps our podcast to be shown to more people!

Have you heard of the new weight loss drug Ozempic?
Chances are you have.
In this episode we tale a deep dive into the rising popularity of Ozempic—a drug initially developed for managing Type 2 Diabetes but now making waves as the latest weight loss "quick fix."
From celebrities to influencers, Ozempic has become a diet culture buzzword, praised for its appetite-suppressing effects. But what’s the real impact on health, especially when we factor in the risks around eating disorders?

We break down how Ozempic works, discuss the societal obsession with thinness, and explore the hidden costs of these weight loss medications.

Listen in to learn more about why quick fixes rarely lead to lasting health and the importance of understanding the risks associated with Ozempic.
Whether you’re familiar with this drug or new to the conversation, we dive deep into the implications for mental health and our relationship with food.

Welcome to Imbodi
Listen to the Imbodi Health Podcast for for bite-sized episodes where we teach you how to let go of the dieting cycle, break free from food rules and learn how to nourish your body (without the obsession). We chat all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance.
Want to connect?
Join the community on Instagram or check out the Imbodi Health Website to join our mailing list and learn more about what we do!
Want support?
If you're wanting to recover from an eating disorder, or break free of the yo-yo dieting cycle and build a healthy relationship with food, mind and body, book in a free 15 minute discovery call with Kiah or Jade.
Want freebies?
We have 2 freebies (in addition to our 100% free blog and podcast) to help kick start your realationship with food journey, download our ebooks - Break Up With Diets and 3 Steps To Stop Cravings!
If you enjoy our episodes, please give us a written review on Apple podcasts. It helps our podcast to be shown to more people!
Kiah

This week, we sit down with Tara, a 21-year-old Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics student & current team member here at Imbodi Health, as she shares her powerful story of recovery from an eating disorder amidst the challenges of being neurodivergent.

Tara opens up about her lifelong battle with eating disorders, from early childhood food anxiety to being diagnosed with ARFID and later anorexia. She takes us through the pivotal moments of her recovery, including her struggles with OCD, the impact of a significant overseas trip, and the challenges of navigating treatment with a neurodivergent brain.

Throughout her journey, Tara emphasizes the importance of finding the right healthcare providers, the importance impact of personalised care, and the relentless support of her family. She also discusses her experiences with epilepsy and gastroparesis, highlighting the lasting effects of eating disorders and the ongoing challenges she faces.

Follow Tara on instagram at @fuelledwithtara
Welcome to Imbodi
Listen to the Imbodi Health Podcast for for bite-sized episodes where we teach you how to let go of the dieting cycle, break free from food rules and learn how to nourish your body (without the obsession). We chat all things non-diet nutrition, disordered eating recovery, joyful movement, self-care and body acceptance.
Want to connect?
Join the community on Instagram or check out the Imbodi Health Website to join our mailing list and learn more about what we do!
Want support?
If you're wanting to recover from an eating disorder, or break free of the yo-yo dieting cycle and build a healthy relationship with food, mind and body, book in a free 15 minute discovery call with Kiah or Jade.
Want freebies?
We have 2 freebies (in addition to our 100% free blog and podcast) to help kick start your realationship with food journey, download our ebooks - Break Up With Diets and 3 Steps To Stop Cravings!
If you enjoy our episodes, please give us a written review on Apple podcasts. It helps our podcast to be shown to more people!
Kiah