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Cultural Double Standards: Food and Body Image with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT
Cultural Double Standards: Food and Body Image with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT
Cultural Double Standards: Food and Body Image with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT
Wednesday 19th June 2024
Dive into cultural double standards around food and body image with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT, on Heal Your Roots Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Cultural narratives can create conflicting messages about food and body image.
- Men and women face different societal expectations regarding diet.
- Food often symbolises love but can also lead to body image issues.
- Therapists should address the role of food in mental health during sessions.
- It's important to challenge internalised negative thoughts about food.
It's almost like they're given something and then they're slapped in the face for taking it.
Ever wondered why cultural double standards around food and body image exist? In this episode of the Heal Your Roots Podcast, hosts Kira Yakubov Ploshansky, LMFT, and Dr. Katie Manganello sit down with Allen-Michael Lewis, LMFT, to unpack these complex societal pressures. Allen-Michael, a seasoned therapist and new team member at Heal Your Roots Wellness, shares his professional experiences and personal stories to shed light on the intricate relationship between food, body image, and culture.
He discusses how food often serves as a symbol of love in many cultures, yet paradoxically, the same cultures impose strict body image standards that can lead to a conflicted relationship with food. The conversation gets real about the societal expectations placed on men and women differently, highlighting how men are often praised for their eating habits while women face harsh scrutiny. With humour and authenticity, the trio explores how these cultural narratives impact mental health and relationships.
If you're curious about how cultural norms shape our views on food and body image, this episode is a must-listen.