The ping-pong of inner chatter of “should I or should I not” can put our brain in a confusing place because it wants to have clarity. But sometimes there is no clear answer, so how do we move forward? Beth and Jessica talk through what some thoughts might come up and how to work through them. The topic discussed in this episode is weight loss, but you could apply the same concepts to all kinds of decision-making situations, especially those requiring a behavior change.Follow us on Instagram @path_nutritionWant to work with us? Visit us at Path Nutrition to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you find you find yourself beating yourself up mentally or restricting food or over-exercising - basically punishing yourself - if you overate or didn't eat "healthy"? You might be punishing yourself for a behavior that is just a sign that you are missing a skill. The food and eating behavior often do NOT have anything to do with why you are in the cabinet or freezer after a hard day. Tune in to learn more from Jessica and Beth on how eating patterns are about so much more than just food! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conversation around GLP-1 medications for weight loss continues as we unpack the recent Oprah Special on ABC - "Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution." Some great points were made in the special, but one thing was glossed over very quickly - the food supply's role is disrupting our natural GLP-1 production. Beth gets fired up this week talking about the gross negligence on the part of food companies and the regulation of what our food is doing to us. Listen in and let us know your thoughts!You can watch this episode on YouTube Connect with us on Instagram: Instagram.com/path_nutritionWant to work with us? PathNutrition.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When someone sees the number on the scale go down, they get happy - "YAY I've lost weight!" But hold up, when the scale moves it does not always mean you are losing fat. If you are going about dieting, in most of the methods out there, you are likely losing more than fat, and that's not a good thing. Be sure to listen to the know the difference between losing fat and losing weight. Knowing the difference determines long-term health and more.You can find us at:Instagram.com/path_nutritionYouTubePathNutrition.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The body positivity (BoPo) movement has been working to break down barriers to accepting all body sizes. It's so great showcasing that we can't all be the same size and we are here for all the bodies. But now some BoPo influencers, who have built their whole community around body acceptance, aren't being accepted because they want to lose weight. What the heck? It's damned if you, damned if you don't. Beth and Jessica discuss body positivity and why people get upset about change in the community. As well as how to support your mind around your body, health, and online communities when wanting to make a change. Find the video version on our YouTube ChannelConnect with us on Instagram https://instagram.com/path_nutrition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you or someone you know identify as a people pleaser? What even is a people pleaser? This week Beth and Jessica discuss the different ways we may be people-pleasing, how it relates to health, and how to break free from this behavior.Looking for the Needs and Values Sheet Jessica mentioned? You can find it, here, on our website.See you on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/path_nutrition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oh man, what a conversation we had about what, if any, is the optimal diet for most people! We discuss the books, How Not to Diet and Pegan, and other podcasters/health influencers take on plants and animals as food. We do not hold back on our opinions, which are solely ours. You may have different needs and viewpoints on what your body wants and needs are, and guess what? That's ok!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica and Beth binge-watched Nexflix's latest health documentary, You Are What You Eat and give you our hot take on it. There are some points we thought they did well, some things that we may disagree on, and what to take away from the information provided. The show leans heavily towards proving that vegan/plant-based diets are the most beneficial, but is that true? Will that work for everyone? Listen in as we continue to dispel the all-or-nothing viewpoints.Listen or Watch Video at: https://pathnutrition.com/weight-a-minute-podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/path_nutrition Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Changes in behavior are sometimes challenging or frustrating, maybe because we are out of alignment with where we are in the stages of change process. This week we dive into the different stages of change and offer guidance on how to get unstuck or keep be-bopping through those stages to make the behavior stick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to the second part of your questions answered by Beth & Jessica. In part 2 we dive into questions about grocery shopping, weight loss, when does lifestyle changes start to feel normal, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You asked us questions and we've got answer's on this special episode of Weight a Minute. Beth and Jessica answer listener questions about:carbs and weight liftingexercise and your hormonal cyclecounting stepsseeking health vs chasing perfectionPart 2 coming soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experiencing hunger seems simple, your stomach feels empty so you eat; except it is way more nuanced than that. There are all sorts of influences on feeling hunger and fullness that we don't even notice or think about. Listen in this week as we talk all about hunger, fullness, and how it might relate to other parts of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weight loss is typically seen as an "I need to it happen yesterday" change. Beth and Jessica offer up the idea that rushing to a weight loss goal might be keeping you from the change that you desire. How can you settle in for the journey and calm the urgency that keeps you spinning? Maybe it's time to rethink the race and embrace a sustainable path towards weight loss (if that's what you want) and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it okay for nutrition professionals to have sponsored posts on social media paid for by food industry groups? Are they being unethical by posting their "professional opinion" on a sponsored post? Beth and Jessica discuss the recent Washington Post article that highlights the practice, as well as how the food industry has long influenced messaging; social media just happens to be the new format for reaching people where they hang out. Do Beth and Jessica have a price they would accept to promote products or ingredients? Listen in to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we got to chat with multi-talented Katie Sturino, author of Body Talk and founder of MegaBabe Beauty, about finding freedom from body shame and moving into body acceptance to empower herself and millions of women. We have a joyful conversation about 7-11 in Japan, weight loss advertising, finding the freedom to love yourself regardless of size, working on the inner narrative to reduce the shame monster and so much more. It was a delight to cover all the topics with Katie; we know you will too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk about the power of beliefs, which can shape not only our day-to-day lives but also our bigger goals. We explore how to question whether beliefs are serving us or not and how to shift beliefs when the ones we have no longer serve us. A must listen for everyone whether you feel stuck or just a gentle reminder about how interesting it is to live this human life with our brains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we are doing a brief chat on how nutrition supports our hormones. We have a lot of hormones to make our body hum and they all require something from the nutrients in the food we eat. So just another friendly reminder that food is more than just controlling your weight. Before we dive into our main topic we discuss the Pendulum probiotics ads. Their marketing went from gut health to weight loss. Grr. Why does everything we market have to be about weight loss? Can’t we just support our guts without a weightloss tease? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jessica and Beth had a great conversation with freelance writer, consultant, tarot card reader, and former food columnist of The Austin Statesman Addie Broyles. We touched on a wide variety of topics like the Barbie movie, her experiences of writing about food while being mindful of the detriments of diet culture, honoring our family through food, her new creative works in The Feminist Kitchen newsletter and zine, and how tarot cards help her be attuned to her life. A must listen in to the insightfulness that Addie brings to the relationships with food and body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's that time of year we discuss detox and cleanses and the facts vs diet culture stances. Can they can be helpful or is it just a complicated way to go on a short-term diet? Listen in to find out more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some new functional sodas on the market contain fiber and other prebiotics that make claims on digestive health, blood sugar, and more. The question is, do they taste good and are there any benefits to these products? In today's episode, we do a taste test between Olipop and Poppi sodas and give you a rundown on how beneficial they might be. Be ready for an ASMR delight and our unpaid/unsponsored thoughts on the products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.