Nourished & Free: The Podcast
Episodes
Why Binge Eating Can Return After Weight Loss Surgery (Client Confessional with Kim)
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You did the thing that was supposed to fix it.The surgery, the weight watchers, the fresh starts.And for a while, it worked... Until it didn't.Th...
Afraid to Fail Again? Listen to This Before You Give Up.
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You’re successful in every area of life… except food.You’ve tried the diets. The plans. The rules. The white-knuckling. And now you’re tired.P...
The weight came back AGAIN. Now what?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve lost weight before, but it came back... this episode is for you.Let's break down why weight loss often becomes the common denominator...
"I Stopped a GLP-1 and the Food Noise Came Back. Now What?" (Client Confessional with Heather)
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens after you stop a GLP-1? If you're like Heather, you might see 30 of the 45lbs you lost come back, food noise return, and ask yoursel...
PCOS Nutrition Without the All-or-Nothing Spiral (Book Review of "PCOS Is My Power" with Cory Ruth, MS, RD)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SHE'S BACK!!! Cory Ruth (aka The Women’s Dietitian) is here to talk about her brand new book, PCOS Is My Power, and why she’s determined to m...
How to Quiet Food Noise Naturally (Without Ozempic)
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If food feels like the background noise of your entire life, this episode is for you. GLP-1 meds like Ozempic and Wegovy can quiet food noise dramati...
Fixing 50+ Years of Food Obsession. Here's What We Did That a GLP-1 & Weight Loss Surgery Failed To | Client Confessional with Heidi
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when you’ve spent your whole life thinking about food and your weight from the moment you wake up to the moment you go to bed… and su...
Biblical Truths for a Healthy Relationship with Food and Body: 4 Things Every Christian Should Hear
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does the Bible really say about health, food, and body image? You asked, I'm delivering! Due to popular demand, here's another episode...
"I can control everything… except food." An Episode for the Type-A or Perfectionist
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You can crush it in your career, manage a family, and hit every goal on your vision board… But your secret stash of food says otherwise 👀In this ...
If "Brain Over Binge" Didn't Work For You, Here's Why (Dietitian Reacts | Book Review)
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You read Brain Over Binge. You tried to “just stop binging.” You waited for your “animal brain” to quiet down… but somehow you still ended u...
Overeaters Anonymous EXPOSED! A Dietitian Review
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Overeaters Anonymous (OA) a lifeline for food struggles, orrrrrr another "just don't eat it" diet in disguise? In this tell-all epis...
Does Insulin Make You Fat or Metabolism Slow Down with Age? (with Dan Feldman, MS, RD, CPT)
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scrolling through social media for health tips can feel like navigating a minefield. One minute you’re told carbs make you gain weight, the next you...
Binge Eating Is Normalized in Powerlifting… But Should It Be? (with Malisa Nguyen, RD, LD
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Binge eating isn’t just something that happens when you’re stressed out with a pint of ice cream; it’s often built into the culture of certain s...
Bonus Episode: Nicholas's Birth Story
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This one’s a little different from the usual Nourished & Free® vibes because today I’m joined by my husband, Vincent, to share the story of o...
Biggest Loser Doc: Registered Dietitian (and Her Husband) React
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My husband Vincent and I are unpacking Netflix’s brand-new documentary Fit for TV, a deep dive into The Biggest Loser. We're sharing our though...
The Science Behind “I Know What to Do, But I Don’t Do It” (with Kasey Jo Orvidas, PhD)
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to follow through on your goals OR getting your clients to follow through — even though they know what to do? It’s not a willpower prob...
Reading Survey Responses I Was Low-Key Nervous to Open From Past Clients ✨ 5-Year Anniversary Bonus Episode ✨
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WOW Yates Nutrition, LLC has officially been established for 5 years! I AM SO BLESSED.Seems like a great time to (potentially) roast myself and see wh...
How This Christian Therapist Healed Her Relationship with Food (Client Confessional with Julianne)
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m joined by my former client and licensed therapist Julianne — who brings the perfect mix of clinical wisdom and “yep, I’ve been there...
Are Chiropractors a Scam? (with Trevor Zierke, DC)
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your Chiropractor’s Not Gonna Love This Episode 😬 I sat down with Trevor Zierke, DC, a disillusioned chiropractor who has a LOT of dirt to share...
Why Do I Binge on Foods I Don’t Even Like? (The Real Reason You Can’t Stop)
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You ever find yourself eating stale chips, freezer-burned ice cream, or the kid’s hairy granola bars and think:“This isn’t even good… so WHY a...
BRB, Having a Baby!
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I'm excited to share that I'm taking a break for maternity leave 🤰🏻 There won't be new podcast episodes for a bit, so I encourag...
Transforming Your Relationship with Your Body (with Dani Durazo, LMHC)
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of feeling like you're not enough because of your body? It's time for a change.In this episode, I chat with our very own body image co...
From Keto & Noom to Feeling Nourished & Free (Client Confessional with Riley)
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of the diet rollercoaster? 🎢 In this episode, I'm joined by Riley, a former client who shares her powerful journey of healing he...
How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 3)
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? 2025 is your year to break free! As a registered dietitian, I’ve seen firsthand how a po...
How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 2)
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sick of the diet-binge cycle? Are you looking for ways you can escape? Then this series is for you!In part 2, I discuss two more ways you can break fr...
How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 1)
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? You're not alone. Many people struggle with this yo-yo pattern, feeling trapped in a cycle of...
Make America Healthy Again? Reacting to RFK Jr.'s Health Ideas
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
RFK Jr. has been making waves with his controversial nutrition and public health claims. His ideas have sparked heated debates, from the impact of flu...
Lost Your Period? Here's how to Restore Balance and Support Fertility (with Lindsey Lusson, MS, RD)
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is your period irregular? Maybe it's been for a few months or possibly for years. Whether you're looking for ways to restore balance in your...
How Strength Training Can Improve Your Physical & Mental Health (with Dr. Joey Muñoz)
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered WHY strength training is so important? Is it superior to other types of exercise? Dr. Joey Muñoz, a leading fitness coach and ...
Is Gluten Bad for You? Dietitian Explains
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🤔 Is gluten really as harmful as some claim? As a Registered Dietitian, I’m here to clarify those myths and help you navigate your relationship w...
5 Things That Makes Binge Eating Worse
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost every time that someone comes to me looking for help with their binge eating, they tell me, ‘They've tried everything’. And in the end...
Eating like a “normal person”… what is it, and why is it so hard for some people to do?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I just want to eat like a normal person"This is what women who struggle with a toxic relationship with food often say... and who can blame ...
Carnivore Diet Dietitian Review
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard or seen anything about the carnivore diet lately? It's been making waves in the health and wellness world, but is it really all it...
1 Year Later: Nourished & Free Graduate Tells-All (Client Confessional with Wendy)
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does life look like 1 year after healing your relationship with food? Wendy's giving us the insider look and sharing with us the lessons she...
When All You Want is Sweets 🍭
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does it seem like ALL you ever crave is sweets?The advice of “listen to your body” might feel like a 1-way ticket to a sugar coma. So what do you ...
Can Diet Really Cause Cancer? (with Dr. Joe Zundell)
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice about food and cancer? Ever wondered if sugar really feeds cancer cells or if red meat is an automat...
Managing IBS with Jessie Wong, RD
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling with IBS? I've brought IBS expert Jessie Wong, RD, on to help guide us through managing it. We start by explaining what IBS is...
Binge Eating Disorder - Signs, Symptoms, and How to Get Help
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder if you might have binge eating disorder? This episode is for you. I break down what binge eating is, how common it is, and what the diagno...
Can You Be Addicted To Food?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you may be addicted to food, especially those tempting salty and sugary foods? In this episode, I'm diving deep into the heated ...
She Couldn't Enjoy Her Trips Because of Body Insecurities - Here's What Changed (Client Confessional with Varvara)
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Varvara once had a healthy relationship with food, until she moved to the US, where everything changed. Suddenly thrust into the frenzy of American we...
Dietitian Reaction: Netflix’s Hack Your Health (with my husband Vincent)
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me and my husband Vinnie as we react to the Netflix documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut." We're dissecting the ...
Debunking Food Sensitivity Tests (with Andrea Love, PhD)
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried a food sensitivity test and felt more confused than ever (or STRESSED than ever)? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Andrea L...
My Intuitive Eating Icks (i.e. Critiques)
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about intuitive eating and the anti-diet movement? As someone who has been a huge fan of in...
Organic Food, is it REALLY any better? (with Dr. Adrian Chavez)
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder if organic food is really worth the extra cost? Well, today I'm joined by Dr. Adrian Chavez, and we chat about what exactly se...
Winning the War Against Food in Your 50s (Client Confessional with Sharlette)
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready to be inspired by a life-changing health journey? One that has been decades in the making...In this episode, I'm joined by Sharlett...
Intuitive Eating vs. Not Dieting vs. Reverse Dieting - Are they the same?
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is Intuitive Eating really any different from just not dieting? 🤔 Why is it so hard to know what it is and how to do it? But at the same time, you ...
Dietitian Reaction: Netflix’s You Are What You Eat (with my husband Vincent)
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm diving deep into the latest Netflix doc You Are Where You Eat and sharing my views as a registered dietitian. If you haven't heard about...
Losing Her Mind Because She Couldn't Quit Food (client confessional with Liane)
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From secretive snack theft to a relentless binge-and-fast cycle, Liane was struggling to have a healthy relationship with food and after trying every ...
BODi (formerly BeachBody) Dietitian Review
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since BeachBody rebranded last year to BODi they have stated that their approach has changed when it comes to fitness, nutrition and mindset. BUT is t...
Is Your Diet Mimicking a Toxic Romance? (with Toni Marinucci, RD)
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably never thought about how diets are similar to dating. You know the times when you're hiding your date from friends? Or should...
Escaping the Point System Roller Coaster (client confessional with Lindsey)
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like food was the only thing making you happy? But at the same time, it also makes you feel guilty every time you eat something not 'he...
The HAES® Controversy: Is it Evidence-Based? (with Dr. Idz)
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might remember when I was a Health At Every Size (HAES®) advocate. HAES is a compelling rival to diet culture, and it’s easy to get sucked into...
Nutrition Advice Red Flags To Look Out For (with Dr. Idz)
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's sometimes hard to know what advice online (and offline) is credible or not, and seeing someone who is a 'Dr', 'nutritionist&a...
Optavia® Secrets Revealed: Ex-Coach Tells All (with Former Client, Alizabeth)
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Optavia® diet gets some women great results, but at what cost? Today I'm joined by Alizabeth who is an ex-Optavia® coach, she initially wen...
Is Losing Weight Your Roman Empire? (Client Confessional with Danielle)
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been chasing losing weight your whole life? Jumping from diet to diet, worrying about your gut health or creating a negative relationship wit...
What's the Difference Between Emotional Eating and Binge Eating?
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever found yourself reaching for that tub of ice cream after a tough day? We've all been there. But here's the burning question: When does e...
Am I Bingeing or Am I Overeating?
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you unsure if those instances of excessive eating are a harmless indulgence or a possible sign of binge eating? Join me as I explore the staggerin...
Lyme Disease Diet: Do You Really Need to Make Changes? (with Andrea Love, PhD)
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you wondering if your diet can really make a difference when it comes to Lyme disease? Today, we're here to unravel the mysteries surrounding...
Navigating Body Image Pressures in the Entertainment Industry (with special guest, Actress/Model Maria Tornberg)
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what it's truly like to navigate the cutthroat world of show business while battling insecurities about your body? In this...
Beating Binge Eating Disorder in Less Than 4 Months (Client Confessional with Breanna)
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourself in - you don't want to miss this. Breanna broke free from the chains of binge eating disorder despite being faced with the trauma ...
When Your "Health" Obsession Becomes Unhealthy (with Katie Kuhlmann, PLMHP, MS, NCC)
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where is the line between having a balanced, healthy diet and diet culture? I'm joined by my friend Katie Kuhlmann, a licensed counselor from Oma...
Going from Calorie-Counting to Food Freedom (Client Confessional with Jaime)
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever been stuck in a cycle of restrictive diets, counting every calorie, and battling guilt with every weigh-in? Join us as we talk with prev...
Exploring the Wounded Healer Phenemenon of Dietitians Who Suffer From Eating Disorders (with Co-Host Hannah Saffold, RDN)
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join me in this 2 part series with Hannah Saffold, RDN, LD. Hannah and I co-host this episode on the battles dietitians are facing daily with disorder...
Untangling the Complexities of Intuitive Eating (with Co-Host Hannah Saffold, RDN)
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final segment of my 2 part series with Hannah Saffold, a seasoned registered dietitian working with eating disorders, we untangle the complex w...
Dietitian Review: GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs and What NO ONE is Telling You
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered about weight loss drugs, particularly the massively popular GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro? Curious about what they are,...
From Likes to Loathing: How Social Media Drives Unhealthy Body Image and Disordered Eating (with Jillian Lampert, PhD, RD)
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What if the key to improving our mental health and relationship with food was to take a deeper look at the powerful influence of social media? In this...
3 Reasons Why You're Not Seeing Progress With Healing Your Relationship with Food
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have a bad relationship with food whether you struggle with feeling stressed with food, binge eating, turning to food for every emotion, or ar...
Bonus Episode: Cillian's Birth Story
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm joined once again by my husband, Vincent Yates, to discuss the quick and surreal birth of our son, Cillian (sill-ian) in honor of his 1st b...
Bonus Episode: Penelope's Birth Story
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I've always wanted to record the birth stories of our children, so I'm doing it now in honor of our daughter turning 3 and our son turning 1...
Help, I have PCOS! (with "The Women's Dietitian" Cory Ruth, MS, RD)
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's not sugarcoat it: PCOS sucks. In light of recent estimates are saying 1 in 4 women have PCOS, I think it's safe to say that we need to...
Ex Weight Watchers (WW®) Coach Spills the Tea (with Randi Cox)
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot that WW does NOT want you to know - and Randi Cox is here to tell us!Randi is a former WW coach who now helps women break free from...
Navigating Toxic Fitness Advice (with Michael Ulloa, PT)
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exercise doesn't need to be a form of punishing your body. It doesn't have to be about losing weight. Listen to this episode to learn abou...
Overcoming Binge Eating and Depression, Alejandra's Real Story of Hope and Recovery (Client Confessional)
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Since 6 years old, Alejandra has been battling binge eating and body image issues. She was ready to finally conquer her relationship with food and her...
Raising Kids to Have a Good Relationship with Food (with Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC)
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For women who are working on their relationships with food, it's natural to ask the question "how do I help my kids not have the same proble...
Weight Watchers (WW®) Dietitian Review
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a long time coming... I think I might have went too easy on them. You'll have to let me know! Here's a long-awaited, highly r...
How Christen Stopped Bingeing After 25 Years (Client Confessional)
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like it just isn't in the cards for you to overcome the toxic cycles you're stuck in?So did Christen.She was sure that there was n...
Autoimmune Paleo (AIP) Dietitian Review + Let's Talk Anti-Inflammatory Foods
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is an autoimmune paleo (also known as the autoimmune protocol) diet, and what does a dietitian think about it? Find out more in this AIP diet rev...
This is the Story That Will Transform Your Life.
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pour a glass of whiskey and grab a cigar - this is an episode you don't want to miss.S/o to Melissa Mulligan - you know what you did, here.Share ...
4 Reasons You're Binge Eating
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Battling binge eating? You're definitely going to want to listen to this - the last one will surprise you!Read the article associated with this e...
Bonus Episode with Guest Host: Penelope Yates
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is intuitive eating suitable for toddlers? What is it like having a mom who works from home, and hosts her own show? Is it fair to expect that a 7 mon...
Why Diets Don't Work + What to Do Instead
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For women who want to lose weight, the first reaction is to go on a diet. But do diets work for weight loss long term? Spoiler: NO! Why do these diets...
How I Eat Donuts Guilt-Free
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling guilt about eating fun foods (such as donuts)?In this episode I want to walk through my journey through healing my relationship with things li...
Managing PCOS while Preventing Disordered Eating (with Megan Miller, RD)
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Women struggling with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) are often told to diet, lose weight, get on birth control, and then come back later when you ...
Are Eating Disorders Easy to Treat? (with Gayle Goldstein, Author of "Illuminate: A Memoir")
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I sat down with a friend of mine and gifted author, Gayle Goldstein, to talk about her journey through eating disorder recovery and the road that led ...
Health At Every Size (HAES) Criticisms - from a HAES Dietitian
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Updated 1/24/23. Take a deep dive into the follow up thoughts, clarifications, and corrections that I have about my article "Health At Every Size...
What if I Want to Lose Weight with Intuitive Eating?
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The purpose of intuitive eating is not to lose weight, but what if we know our weight is not at a healthy place?Rather than focusing on quick-fix diet...
Definition of Orthorexia... What is it?
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever found yourself obsessing over healthy food, you may unknowingly have orthorexia. I'm excited to dive into a few key questions...
How Christina Went From Bingeing 5-7x/week Down to ZERO (Client Confessional)
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christina tried getting therapy through Better Help for her binge eating, then did Noom 3 different times... she still couldn’t kick her bingeing ha...
Noom® Dietitian Review
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm back from maternity leave to answer the question: Is Noom a diet?I had a blast researching for this episode; you'll be shocked at what I...
Why BMI is Flawed
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever been to the doctor, you’ve likely been told by a health professional what your BMI is. If your BMI was “too high”, my guess is ...
15 Years of WW® (Client Confessional with Alyson)
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"WW had convinced me that I was uncontrollable with food, i.e. I could not be left alone with any food. They had scared me to the point where I t...
Optavia® Dietitian Review
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you look up Optavia on the internet, you’ll be shown a program that seems to have a lot of positive results and is rooted in science. However, as...
Ballet & Diet Culture (with Elizabeth Sterling)
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so thrilled to have Elizabeth Sterling (@TheWholePointe) join me today as she shares her story. Listen as we walk through her experience as a...
My Story: Recovery from Disordered Eating and Body Dysmorphia
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered, "did Michelle have an eating disorder?" Pretty much. Never diagnosed, but my relationship with food was severely disordered. ...
Ketogenic Diet Dietitian Review
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kidney stones, weight cycling, poor exercise performance... the list of side effects is LONG for those who follow the keto diet! Learn all about what ...
How Do You Know if You’re Binge Eating?
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When having a conversation with someone who says “I binge eat”, it’s important to learn what that means to them. Are they really binge eating, o...
Dietitian Review: 75 Hard (and Soft)
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the latest circulating 'challenges' or ''programs' is the 75 Hard program: aka, 'the ironman for your brain'...
What's the Difference Between Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders?
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a 'disordered eater'? You will hear me say that term a lot. In this episode, I'll break down exactly what that means as well as...
My Philosophy (and Why I'm Not a Weight Loss Dietitian)
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get to the philosophy behind my work and why I don't promote myself as a weight loss dietitian (even though sometimes the women I work with DO lo...
Intermittent Fasting Dietitian Review
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the questions I get asked the most is: "What do you think of intermittent fasting?" In the first of many dietitian reviews to come, I...