In this episode, Bonnie is joined by Dr. Blair Burnette, an eating disorder researcher and assistant professor at Michigan State University to set the record straight on what intuitive eating really is. Together, they explore how harmful diet culture myths persist, why so much eating disorder research is biased, and what science says about intuitive eating and health. This honest, evidence-based conversation offers validation and clarity for anyone who’s ever felt confused, frustrated, or judged about how they eat or what they believe about their body.What You’ll Learn:What intuitive eating is actually about (and what it’s not)The psychological and emerging physical health benefits linked to intuitive eatingHow diet culture has shaped eating disorders and disordered eating behaviorsWhy so much existing research on eating disorders is limited and biasedThe concept of interoceptive awareness and why it matters for healing your relationship with foodHow structured eating can still align with intuitive eatingWhy centering weight in healthcare does more harm than goodHow personal and systemic change around food and body image beginsConnect with Dr. Blair:Website: https://ariselabmsu.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ariselabmsuStruggling with food, but not sure where to start?You don’t have to feel 100% ready to get support. If you're tired of obsessing over food or feeling stuck in the diet cycle, my team of Registered Dietitians is here to help. We offer one-on-one nutrition counseling—and we accept insurance! Spots are limited, so head to https://dietculturerebel.com/insurance to see if we’re covered in your state and learn how to get started.Connect with Bonnie on Instagram: @diet.culture.rebel

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