How do we bridge the world of body positivity and functional nutrition? In this episode, Michelle and Nicki tackle the complex and controversial relationship between diet culture, disordered eating, and functional nutrition.You'll hear:How labeling weight loss behaviors as diet culture can hinder starting healthy changes [8:07]Social media’s role in driving fear of disordered eating from health behaviors [11:12]The demonization of diet culture and health behaviors benefits processed food companies [12:55]How in our current food system it has become harder to naturally consume healthier foods and requires more intention to make healthy choices [18:08]Understanding adaptive thermogenesis and debunking the starvation mode myth in weight loss and metabolism [25:53]The importance of tuning in to what we believe is best for our body when making decisions vs what we are seeing online [32:53]The challenge of balancing food cravings and health goals [39:15]There is a way to be compassionate and still push yourself towards habit changes that improve your well being [43:38]Nicki's own journey overcoming disordered eating and how utilizing systems like macros can be helpful vs harmful [44:30]Is it possible to have mild calorie deficits without having a restrictive mindset? [47:44]Recognizing our own personal triggers and assessing while avoiding fear-driven decisions [55:06]Strategies for balancing intention and practicality in a weight loss journey while prioritizing tuning in to our intuition [57:03]Just Start Somewhere: https://www.quietthediet.com/just-start-somewhereWatch the full episode on the Quiet The Diet Youtube ChannelThank you to our episode sponsors:Inside Tracker: Save 20% on all of inside Tracker's plansPodcast Links: Join the Highly Sensitive Body™ HubQuiet the Diet Podcast PageFollow the pod on IG Episode Page (with full transcript!)  Work with Michelle: Apply to work with a functional Registered Dietitian at MSN LLCJoin our holistic anxiety programLearn more about the practiceFree Resources: Get started with any of our free guidesSign up for the NewsletterJoin our FREE membership community!Connect with Michelle:Follow Michelle on IG