Published Jul 8, 2021

Reclaiming Pasta with Anna Sweeney

Anna Sweeney challenges diet culture stereotypes by advocating for intuitive eating and the inclusion of pasta in a balanced diet, while critiquing the manipulative tactics of the diet industry with Virginia Sole-Smith.

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What kind of pasta is best to eat?
Asked by 4 people
What are some ways to improve satiety and fullness with meals?
Asked by 1 person
Should I just let myself eat until I am truly satisfied even if it feels like I'm getting way past my calorie goal?
Asked by 1 person
How can I adjust my diet to feel fuller?
Asked by 1 person

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Reclaiming Pasta with Anna Sweeney

Topics covered

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Pasta and Fullness

Pasta Perspectives

Diet Culture Exposed

Shifting Mindsets

Wellness Industry Myths

Diets vs. Psychology

Driving Independence

Embracing Body Awareness

Diet Manipulation Exposed

Questions from this episode

What kind of pasta is best to eat?

What are some ways to improve satiety and fullness with meals?

Should I just let myself eat until I am truly satisfied even if it feels like I'm getting way past my calorie goal?

How can I adjust my diet to feel fuller?

Episode Highlights

Intuitive Eating Insights

Reclaiming Pasta

Diet Industry Critique

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"I've Been Writing Food Porn for a Year."

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"We Only Like Change If It Makes Us Thin."

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Reclaiming Pasta with Anna Sweeney

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Intuitive Eating InsightsAnna Sweeney addresses the persistent challenge of coping with residual dieting thoughts and the importance of understanding fullness cues. She offers practical strategies for managing these thoughts and emphasizes the need for self-compassion and experimentation with food.

Intuitive Eating Insights

Reclaiming PastaAnna Sweeney debunks the myths surrounding pasta, advocating for its place in a balanced diet. She emphasizes that pasta is a versatile and nutritious food that should not be vilified by diet culture.

Reclaiming Pasta

Diet Industry CritiqueVirginia Sole-Smith and Anna Sweeney explore the pervasive influence of the diet industry and its cultural impact. They discuss manipulative tactics used to exploit consumer fears and the blurred lines between industry and culture.

Diet Industry Critique

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