In this episode, I’m joined by Whitney, a registered dietitian who is also a GLP-1 patient herself. Whitney lives with type 1 diabetes, PCOS, Hashimoto’s, and a long history of weight struggle — and she brings a perspective that sits on both sides of the table: clinician and patient.We talk honestly about intuitive eating, food noise, and why “just eat intuitively” often isn’t enough for people living with obesity and complex medical conditions. Whitney shares how GLP-1 medication didn’t replace intuitive eating for her — it finally made it possible. We also get into thin privilege within the intuitive eating space, the judgment many patients (and professionals) face for using weight loss medication, and the emotional weight of being taken more seriously only after losing weight.We discuss stigma around GLP-1s, misinformation online, access and affordability, and why obesity treatment should be viewed the same way we view long-term care for diabetes or mental health — not as a shortcut, but as support.This is a grounded, nuanced conversation about weight, bias, relief, and what it means to stop having to prove your struggle in order to deserve help.This podcast shares lived experiences and opinions. It’s for informational purposes only and not medical advice. Always talk to your healthcare provider for personal medical guidance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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