Podcast
Millennial Body Image Project
Hosted by Dana Monsees & Cristina Hoyt · EN
Raise your hand if your body image has been personally victimized by almond moms, wellness culture, or the rise of ozempic. You're not alone - it's in our DNA as millennials; we're here to flip the script. Welcome to the Millennial Body Image Project, where we empower you with the tools to dismantle wellness culture, challenge weight stigma, and discuss the intersectional systems shaping the way we view our bodies. Because your body is not a problem to be fixed. Cristina Hoyt, MS CNS LDN and Dana Monsees, MS CNS LDN are on a mission to call out harmful messaging, discern fact from fiction, and ultimately guide you through the messiness of body image, how it impacts your health and your relationship with food.
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Debunking food noise in the ozempic era
Sep 1700:34:15Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the new season of the Millennial Body Image Project! We're diving deep into the concept of 'food noise,' exploring its origins, how it's being marketed, and ways to address it. From diet culture's impact on our hunger cues to the role of medications like Ozempic, we discuss why this term resonates with so many and how to navigate the confusion it brings. If you're feeling overwhelmed by constant thoughts about food, this episode is for you. Tune in as we debunk myths, discuss client experiences, and offer practical strategies for managing food noise - without restriction. Resources mentioned: The natural ozempic? https://www.millennialbodyimageproject.com/podcast/natural-ozempic-does-it-exist Resource: Our Hunger-Fullness scale (w/emotional and physical cues too!) https://www.patreon.com/posts/132197555/ Help! I'm failing at intuitive eating https://www.realfoodwithdana.com/help-im-failing-at-intuitive-eating/ The truth about ozempic no one wants to hear https://www.patreon.com/posts/120494100 Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition
Transcribe →Season 2 Trailer - the Millennial Body Image Project
Sep 1000:01:18Tap to summarizeWelcome to the new season of the Millennial Body Image Project! We're two licensed dietitian-nutritionists bringing you conversations that cut through the food noise, debunk wellness trends, and remind you that it's not you—it's the systems stacked against you. Together, we'll explore the struggles so many of us carry, challenge the fearmongering that fuels them, and offer evidence-based, compassionate tools to support your body on its own terms. Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition
Transcribe →You're not lazy. The ADHD shame loop is keeping you stuck
Jul 16, 202500:42:12Tap to summarizeFeeling like you should be doing more but can't figure out why you're not? You're not lazy - you might be caught in the ADHD shame loop. In this episode, we unpack how perfectionism, executive dysfunction, and unrealistic expectations create a cycle of guilt, burnout, and overcorrection. Whether you're navigating meal prep, movement, parenting, or just trying to send that one email, we'll help you understand what's actually happening underneath the struggle and how to move forward with compassion, not shame. Thanks so much to Hungryroot for sponsoring today's episode! For a limited time, use this link or the code DANAM40 to get 40% off your first box, and a free item of your choice in every box for life. Resources mentioned: Breaking the cycle of ADHD and disordered eating Is it toxic productivity culture, or executive dysfunction and ADHD? Inside ADHD: the perfectionism and dysregulation connection with Sarah Kesty Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: this is the final episode of Season 8! Episodes will continue all summer on Patreon until we come back with Season 9 in the fall. Check it out Patreon here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject
Transcribe →What we get wrong about healthy summer eating
Jul 2, 202500:30:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we dive into the myths about 'healthy' summer eating and why you don't need to fall for the "detox, light, and grilled" trifecta if you don't want to. You'll get practical tips on how to enjoy the season's bounty, stay hydrated, and tackle the confusing messages around diets and nutrition. Plus, we discuss how to handle food noise, perfectionism, and how NOT to get stressed about food at every summer event. Thanks so much to Hungryroot for sponsoring today's episode! For a limited time, use this link or the code DANAM40 to get 40% off your first box, and a free item of your choice in every box for life. Resources mentioned: How do you know if you're eating enough? Your body is not a summer project Bonus episode: Yes, you still need to eat even if… Find your hosts: millennialbodyimageproject.com @millennialbodyimageproject @danamonsees_cns @cristinahoytnutrition Reminder: the last episode of every month is available exclusively in our Patreon community and for Apple Podcasts bonus episode subscribers. Check it out here - patreon.com/millennialbodyimageproject
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