No Wellness Wankery
Struggling to lose the last few kilos? Sick of hating your body or trying diets that don’t work? Wondering how to stop thinking about food all the time? The wellness world is full of dodgy ‘health’ advice.
Dietitian and nutritionist Lyndi Cohen (aka The Nude Nutritionist) helps you eliminate those pesky diet rules so you can be healthy, without the wellness wankery. In this podcast, Lyndi talks all things nutrition, shares actionable strategies for ditching your weight loss diet, and will inspire you to finally make peace with your body.
From intuitive eating principles, self-care strategies, and doing our part in changing our society's definition of health, to what to do when you're constantly worried about gaining weight - we cover it all.
Come join us and thousands of others on their journey to food freedom, be healthy and feel amazing! Have a question or topic you’d like us to cover? Email hello@lyndicohen.com.
Episodes
127 episodes
126: Finding strength through life's toughest challenges: Briony Benjamin's journey after a life-altering diagnosis
Have you ever faced a sudden life disruption that made you reevaluate everything you thought was important? In this episode, we sit down with the inspiring Briony Benjamin, ...
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30:34
125: Small changes, big impact: Dr Gina Cleo on mastering habits for a healthier life
Struggle to turn exercise and healthy eating into a regular habit?Join us as we chat with Dr. Gina Cleo, a habit change expert who shares her journey from dietitian to habit guru...
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31:14
124: Overcoming fame's dark side: Kate DeAraugo on addiction, food noise and body image challenges
Feel exhausted for not being able to live up to the society’s standards?Join us for an inspiring conversation with Kate DeAraugo, the 2005 Australian Idol winner, as she ope...
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28:48
123: How to help your partner love their body (even when they don’t)
Body insecurity in relationships is a tricky topic. But an important one. Nowadays, I truly love my body. But that wasn’t always the case. I used to hate my body. I never felt good enough. I would compare my body constantly. <...
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20:37
122: Can AI help us treat eating disorders? How to change your social media habits to help your recovery - with lead researcher Dr Gemma Sharp
Ever wondered about the impact of social media on our body image and its role in fuelling eating disorders?In this episode, we're joined by Gemma Sharp...
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25:58
121: How to build unstoppable confidence and live your best carefree life - with Shelly Horton
Want to feel more confident and learn how to deal with online negativity? This episode is your guide, featuring the incredible Shelley Horton, who shares her confidence-tr...
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31:25
120: Navigating depression, food struggles and anxiety: Julie Goodwin's journey to healing
On this week's episode, Julie Goodwin, the first-ever winner of MasterChef Australia, bravely shares her personal journey through depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma.
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32:58
119: The hidden struggles behind fitness competitions: Melissa's story of overcoming extreme dieting and binge eating
Curious about what really happens behind the scenes of fitness competitions? Join us as we chat with Melissa Bakhurst, who bravely shares her journey through the world of bodybuilding and bikini contests. Initially hitting the gym ...
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26:56
118: Always eating out of boredom? Here are 5 tips on how to stop and become a more mindful eater.
Often find yourself rummaging through the pantry out of sheer boredom? Let's explore why the kitchen often becomes a pitstop when boredom strikes and how dopamine and habits drive mindless snacking.We'll discuss practical ti...
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21:05
117: Exercise can be enjoyable - at any size. Here's how to find the joy in movement, and overcome the fear of judgement.
Struggle to make exercise feel enjoyable and easy to stick to? Worried you'll gain weight once you start eating intuitively?On today's episode, we're joined by the wonderful Shreen...
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35:07
116: Dietitian reveals: The worst diets for you
Thinking of starting a diet? Wondering whether it will be a success or just another failed attempt added to the list?In today's episode, I'm taking a deep dive into popular diets, from keto to calorie-restricted plans, and uncovering som...
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13:21
115: Why am I good all day and lose control in secret? Here's how to stop raiding the pantry at night.
Ever find yourself in a battle with the snack drawer after a day of 'perfect' eating? It’s like your self-control vanishes the second you're home alone. Leaving you stuck in the frustrating cycle of being disciplined during the day, and...
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21:30
114: Do I have orthorexia or am I just a healthy eater? Recognising the signs before your relationship with food turns into an unhealthy obsession.
Are you always trying to eat perfectly healthy? As a dietitian, I've watched the pursuit of perfect health become an all-consuming battle for many. Myself included. In today's episode, we dive into orthorexia nervosa, the ...
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10:35
113: "I want to be skinny!" How to navigate bad body image days
Does "I wish I was skinny. I HATE how my body looks" sound familiar?Wanting to be skinny is something Lyndi & Natalia know too well. We live in a world that tells us the most impressive thing a woman can be is thin. It's...
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22:40
112: 5 Lessons on intuitive eating from an ex-dieter - Brooke Palamo's real story
Sick and tired of constantly dieting, only to find that keeping the weight off feels like an impossible task? This is an all too familiar concept to many people. Including today's special guest, Brooke Palamo. Fro...
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32:29
111: Why celebrities are going booze-free and how you can too
Do you drink to feel better, only to end up feeling more anxious and tired? Alcohol has many consequences on our health. And as of recent years, more people are ditching booze and embracing the sober life. Including big names like Adele...
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23:50
110: Help! I can't stop at 2 squares of chocolate
Ever found yourself reaching for a few squares of chocolate, only to feel a wave of guilt as the last square disappears? You're not alone. In this episode, we unpack the science and psychology behind out-of-control chocolate eating...
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27:54
109: Why can't I stop overeating at night? I'm worried about my weight
Ever wondered why you can't stop eating at night? Can you relate to the feeling of late-evening pantry raids after a not-so-peachy day. You might eat a biscuit, then five minutes later a slice of cheese. Followed by a handful of gr...
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108: Nat's Real Story "I never thought I was thin enough"
"You're constantly striving for more, you want to be thinner, you want to look better. And it's just like this toxic path that never really ends and it never gets you anywhere. I should have asked for help..."On this week's epi...
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31:49
107: What is causing my bloating? Is it IBS? Featuring Chloe McLeod
Ever been stuck wondering where bloating ends, IBS begins, and your body's hunger signals fit in?This week I'm bringing back the expertise and my go-to gal for all things gut health Chloe McLeod
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26:38
106: Do I need to fear carbs?
Have you ever found yourself in a carb conundrum.. Staring down a plate of pasta while your diet plan screams "NO"? I, Lyndi Cohen, certainly have. And I'm ready to spill the beans on the love-hate relationship we have with carbohydrates....
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21:30
105: Featuring Sports Dietitian Chloe McLeod: What's the best way to eat to support my workouts?
Have you ever wondered what's the key to a turbo-charged workout that leaves you feeling energised? Well listen up!In this episode we'll uncover the truth with advanced sports Dietitian Chloe McLeod, who shares why fuelling your b...
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23:29
104: Should I avoid dairy to lose weight?
Do you avoid dairy, believing it to cause breakouts, weight gain, hormone problems, fatigue?Dairy has so many myths surrounding it - from being bad for your heart health, to causing weight gain or preventing weight loss. Yet most of this...
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9:27
103: Being kind to yourself and other health ‘ins’ no one is talking about
Struggle to be kind and more gentle with yourself? Last year, my goal was to be more kind with myself, find ease in adding healthy habits that don't feel so overwhelming and not beat myself up for not eating perfectly h...
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