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Nutrition Math: You Know Doesn't Subtraction Add Up!

What are the pros and cons of limiting your intake and cutting out foods or even food groups? This episode explores how the math of subtraction doesn't add up to sustainable self-care.

Join me as I discuss the concept of 'food math' in diet culture. I want to focus on what are the pros and cons of subtraction. What are the costs? Does always subtracting foods from your diet lead to emotional and physical depletion?

You are curious about a weight-inclusive approach to preventing or managing diabetes, so grab a cup of tea and join me. In this conversation, you can explore whether adding foods back into your diet would help you feel better and improve your energy and blood glucose levels. Please join me!

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In this episode, explore:

  • Diet culture often promotes subtraction as a means to achieve health.

  • Subtraction can feel simple but may lead to emotional depletion.

  • Removing foods can limit variety and enjoyment in meals.

  • Willpower is costly and can lead to burnout.

  • Your body needs adequate nutrition to function effectively.

  • How familiar it is to blame ourselves for health issues without addressing the fact that dieting has depleted your reserves and resources.

  • Adding foods back can create balance and satisfaction in meals.

  • Focusing on color and texture can enhance meal enjoyment.

  • Personalized nutrition plans are essential for effective diabetes management. Work with a weight-inclusive dietitian at Nourish

  • Sustainability in health requires support and understanding.

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