In celebration of reaching our
50th episode, Anna, Anna and Elizabeth have a conversation about
things we really wish parents knew about food and
bodies.
We discuss:
The dangers of “Clean Eating” and Wellness
Culture.
How kids and teens going vegetarian, vegan, or
wanting to “eat healthier” can be a red flag.
Absence of menstruation for teenage girls
isnotnormal (Amenorrea; RED-S)
Casual comments on weight loss or people’s
bodies are harmful.
Normalizing compensatory behaviors can lead to
disordered movement and eating.
Fitness trackers are generally a bad idea,
especially for kids.
It’s OK if your child doesn’t like to play a
sport.
Nutrition education is often diet and weight
focused, and not developmentally appropriate.
Disease & body-related jokes are harmful and
should not be tolerated, or worse, encouraged.
“Health” warnings from well-meaning adults
(e.g., healthcare providers, gym teachers and parents) can send the
wrong messages.