Vicky Midwood
Vicky Midwood
Emotional Eating, Diet Culture & The Truth About “Healthy” Food | Registered Nutritionist Explains
Emotional Eating, Diet Culture & The Truth About “Healthy” Food | Registered Nutritionist Explains
Emotional Eating, Diet Culture & The Truth About “Healthy” Food | Registered Nutritionist Explains
Tuesday 24th February 2026
Join Vicky Midwood and Kate Wall as they discuss diet culture, emotional eating, and finding joy in food. Learn how to break free from food rules.
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the difference between nutritionists and dietitians.
- Diet culture often leads to shame rather than positive change.
- Emotional regulation is key to breaking the cycle of emotional eating.
- Community support can be vital for making sustainable changes.
- Finding joy in food can coexist with maintaining health.
"We are all human... when we can learn to accept ourselves as a human, that is a very grounding and helpful perspective to have."
How do people find hope in the darkest times? Dive into a refreshing chat with Vicky Midwood, also known as The Addiction Eliminator, and registered nutritionist Kate Wall as they tackle the misconceptions surrounding diet culture and emotional eating. With her extensive background in nursing and nutrition, Kate shares her journey from the intensive care unit to becoming a registered nutritionist. She highlights the critical differences between nutritionists and dietitians, shedding light on why food should bring joy, not anxiety.
Kate passionately discusses the impact of diet culture, societal food rules, and how they often lead to shame rather than change. You'll hear about the importance of understanding individual needs, especially for those with PCOS, menopause, or neurodivergence. The conversation also touches on how emotional regulation and stress management can aid in breaking the cycle of emotional eating.
This episode is more than just a talk about food; it's about creating a community where people can find support, share experiences, and celebrate small victories together. Kate's new community initiative, 'Nourish and Flourish,' aims to provide a supportive space for people to learn, grow, and find balance in their relationship with food. So, if you're tired of diet fads and ready for some honest, evidence-based advice, this episode is your perfect match.
After all, who doesn't want to enjoy their cake and eat it too? Tune in to learn how you can make peace with food and embrace your humanity.