41: How to spot unqualified health 'experts'. Hint: There's NO one-size-fits-all diet

12/12/22 • 16 min

A dietitian and nutritionist are not the same thing.
But don't worry, you are not alone if this concept is confusing!
Our lovely listener Caitlin, had a run in with a nutritionist who was dishing out dodgy advice. But thank goodness she had the tools of No Wellness Wankery, to see they were causing her more harm than good. And ditch them.
Caitlin asked Lyndi what the industry is doing about the fact that anyone can call themselves a nutritionist?
Remember it’s a dietitian and nutritionists job to make people healthier – not thinner.
There is no one diet that is perfect for everybody. Any ‘expert’ who pretends there is only one, magical way is probably just a health blogger (or celebrity) without any qualifications. What’s healthy for me may not feel right for you.
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Pps. Let’s stay connected on Instagram! No wellness wankery, I promise. Just bs-free and practical health advice, so that you can feel strong and confident in your already wonderful body.

LYNDI COHEN’S QUALIFICATIONS: I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Nutritionist having graduated with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Newcastle in 2011.

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Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at [email protected]

Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off.
You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired!

Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy.

Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry).
Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at [email protected]

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40: You CAN enjoy the holidays without food guilt or body loathing. Here’s how

It doesn’t take long before the non-stop eating and drinking at the Christmas parties and BBQs begins to feel overwhelming... and the thoughts around holiday weight gain creep in.

It’s cruel really when you think about it. At exactly the same time you know you’re meant to relax around food – festive season – the food guilt and weight worries turn up like unannounced in-laws just in time to ruin your holiday.

But what if the oh so lovely, intuitive eating was the answer to these problems yet again!

Spoiler: it is.

We want to eat the foods we love over the holiday period, rest and recharge with loved ones & treat our bodies with kindness.

Let’s learn how.
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Want to feel more in control around food? Check out my Stop Struggling With Food Guide, currently on sale for 40% off.
You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired!

Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy.

Come follow me on the gram at @nude_nutritionist (no nude pics, sorry).
Want to share some feedback or have an idea for an episode, I'd LOVE to hear from you - hit me up at [email protected]

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42: What food will a dietitian always have in their pantry?

Some ingredients are sassy. They pack a lot of flavour, without much work. And we need them.
Lyndi's pantry is always well stocked with pantry heroes, ready to spice up her meals. Because if she didn't, it would be Pad Thai every night while paying for Sam, the delivery guy’s upcoming wedding in Bali!

While we wish Sam the best, let's prefer save money, time AND eat healthily.

So what are the other ingredient's Lyndi always has in her pantry, fridge & freezer so that she is always ready to whip up a quick healthy meal?
Let's find out.
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You’ll also find 50 of my favourite recipes to get you inspired!

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Looking for more support to feel in control around food? I'd love to support you in my Binge Free Academy.

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No Wellness Wankery - 41: How to spot unqualified health 'experts'. Hint: There's NO one-size-fits-all diet

Transcript

Lyndi
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Hey, if you're struggling with disordered eating, if you feel like you're constantly trying a diet and don't know what to do, a really good starting point is to read or listen to my book, Your Weight Is Not the Problem. That book, that sweet little book has been on the best-selling list of Amazon Women's Health in Australia for weeks and weeks and weeks. I've had many people, hundreds of people reach out telling me that it has changed their life. So if you are thinking ab