The Ease With Food Podcast: Recent Episodes
Shannon Western
Hey, I'm Shannon. I love to help people like you heal their relationship to food.
I'm here on The Ease With Food Podcast to bring you the tips and tricks of disordered eating recovery & to help you navigate health and wellness.
I'm a Nutrition Counsellor with a Masters in Nutrition. Which is what makes me qualified to chat with you about these topics on this podcast. But, I'm not you (duh). Which is why we might not always agree, and why this podcast is not a substitute for 1-1 support from medical, nutritional, or mental health professionals.
I dive into ways you can set goals and intentions and "upgrade" your life without it being food/body-focused. I give 10 examples with lots of little ideas in each.
Connect with me:
Follow me on Instagram here
My website
Work with me or the team [1-1 support] here
Join my free VIP mailing list for exclusive email support
⭐️FREE GIFT⭐️
Rate + Review the podcast and you will be gifted a complimentary copy of my Seven Steps to ED Recovery Guide! Here's how:
- Rate + review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Screenshot your review + send it to my email [shannon@easenutritiontherapy.com]
- I’ll send you back your copy of the guide as a thank you for supporting the pod
Got hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA)? I give an overview of HA, nutrition for HA, and give you 10 foods to include in HA recovery.
Connect with me:
Follow me on Instagram here
My website
Work with me or the team [1-1 support] here
Join my free VIP mailing list for exclusive email support
⭐️FREE GIFT⭐️
Rate + Review the podcast and you will be gifted a complimentary copy of my Seven Steps to ED Recovery Guide! Here's how:
- Rate + review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Screenshot your review + send it to my email [shannon@easenutritiontherapy.com]
- I’ll send you back your copy of the guide as a thank you for supporting the pod
I dive into practical strategies for reducing your takeaway food expenses. Discover how to be honest with your eating habits, plan a realistic budget, and identify the triggers that lead to spending on takeaway. I also explore alternatives like "fakeaways" and pre-prepared meals, and discuss the importance of sharing cooking responsibilities.
Connect with me:
Website, Instagram
⭐️FREE GIFT⭐️
Rate + Review the podcast and you will be gifted a complimentary copy of my Seven Steps to ED Recovery Guide! Here's how:
- Rate + review my podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
- Screenshot your review + send it to my email [shannon@easenutritiontherapy.com]
- I’ll send you back your copy of the guide as a thank you for supporting the pod
In this episode, I explore the role of mechanical eating in ED recovery and other times you might eat ths why.
Learn why structured eating is essential, what it looks like in practice, and how to navigate the challenges it presents. Whether you're new to the concept or looking for support on your journey, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
Connect with me:
Website, Instagram
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Join me for a guest episode with fellow nutritionist Fumni.
Funmi's info:
Website, Instagram
Resources mentioned:
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Rethinking Wellness episode about 30 plant points + gut health
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Kristen Nef's self-compassion site
My info:
Website, Instagram, Join my mailing list
I cover my "smash or pass" of wellness trends! Including apple cider vinegar, green powders, hot girl walks, and magnesium.
My info:
Website, Instagram, Join my mailing list
5 signs of hunger I don't ignore! Did any surpise you?
I also answered the listener question "how do I know if I'm hungry or bored?"
See you next time
Hope this helps anyone who is going through a break-up or fall-out with a friend!
See you in the next episode - I'll be back to talk about the fear of weight gain next week.
Linn's info:
Website, Instagram, Podcast [Joyful + Nourishment pod, available everywhere pods are]
Shannon's info:
Website, Instagram, Join my mailing list
Resources:
- Listen to me speak about hypothalamic amenorrhea on Linn's podcast! Apple Pods / Spotify
- Centre for Mindful Eating
- How to Eat (*) book by Thich Nhat Hanh
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Resources mentioned:
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10 signs you're struggling with disordered eating
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The Intuitive Eating book (*) by Evelyn Tribole + Elyse Resch
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8 Keys to Eating Disorder Recovery (*) by Carolyn Costin
See you in the next episode!
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Resources mentioned:
- Self-assessment for exercise obsession
Books for exercise addiction:
- Train Happy (*) by Tally Rye
- Fitness for Every Body (*) by Meg Boggs
- No Period, Now What? (*) by Nicola Rinaldi et. al
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I answer a listener's question about Intuitive Eating and feeling like they're not doing it "right" because they keep eating chocolate.
Resources:
- The Intuitive Eating book (*) by Evelyn Tribole + Elyse Resch
- The Intuitive Eating Official Workbook (*) by Evelyn Tribole + Elyse Resch
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I'm joined by Galway-based acupuncturist Helen to talk about all things acupuncture.
I ask her the basics of acupuncture, its role in hypothalamic amenorrhea and other hormone conditions, and its role in disordered eating recovery. Enjoy!
Helen's info:
Website, Instagram
Resources:
Evidence-Based Acupuncture
Shannon's info:
Connect on Instagram , website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review (thank you!)
Clara's details:
Instagram [Mind Wellbeing Therapy]
Shannon's info:
Connect on Instagram , website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review (thank you!)
Resources mentioned:
Intuitive Eating book(*)
How to Raise An Intuitive Eater (*) book
Chrissy Harrison resources
Unapologetic Eating book (*) by Alissa Rumsey
Body Image Fitness
Fat Talk book (*) by Virginia Sole-Smith
Body Happy Kids book (*) by Molly Fobres
Ela details:
Website, IG, FB group
Shannon details:
Connect on Instagram , Website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review (thank you!)
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🫶Resources mentioned:
- Kimberlé Crenshaw - On Intersectionality: Essential Writings (*)
- Aubrey Gordon: What we don't talk about when we talk about fat book (), "you just need to lose weight" and 19 other myths about fat people book (), BMI episode from the Maintenance Phase podcast
- Christy Harrison: Anti-diet book (*), Rethinking Wellness podcast
- Megan Jayne Crabbe: Body positive power book (*), Instagram
- Sofie Hagen: Happy fat book (*)
✨Mel's details:
Website, Instagram
✨Shannon's details:
Connect on Instagram Website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
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if you purchase this product/service, at no extra cost to you.
✨Jess' details:
Website, Instagram, Tiktok
✨Shannon's details:
Connect on Instagram Website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
Shannon shares 10 ways to cope with fullness when you struggle with food.
Buy our 7 steps to disordered eating guide for £5.99
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website, Shop, and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
Shannon shares how to cope with Christmas [or any holiday] when you struggle with food.
✨Shannon's details:
Connect on Instagram + website
Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review!
✨Resources mentioned:
Burnout book by Emily Nagoski + Amelia Nagoski (*)
Embrace documentary (*)
Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Triboe + Elyse Resch (*)
✨Christine's details:
Website, Instagram
✨Shannon's details:
Connect on Instagram Website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
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if you purchase this product/service, at no extra cost to you.
Welcome back! Join me to hear about 5 reasons why you're feeling obsessed with food and how to fix it.
Enjoy! See you next week for a guest ep x
🫶Resources mentioned:
The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf (*)
Maintenance Phase podcast
Anti-Diet by Christy Harrison (*)
Racism and diet culture w/ Prof. Sabrina Strings
I Weigh podcast w/ Jameela Jamil
✨Kim's details:
Body Image Fitness
✨Shannon's details:
Connect on Instagram Website and contact me
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
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if you purchase this product/service, at no extra cost to you.
Shannon answers a listener's question about craving sweet foods in recovery: why it happens, is it normal, and what to do about it.
Buy our 7 steps to disordered eating guide for just £2.99
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
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Shannon speaks to Elina about all things hypothalamic amenorrhea. Discover the signs, symptoms, risks, and most importantly: how to recover from HA.
Blog: Hypothalamic amenhorrea 101
Listen to: HA 101 w/ Shannon
✨Elina's details:
Instagram
Website
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
An impromptu recorded episode! Shannon talks about how you don't need to label meals and snacks as "meal" or "snack" - it can simply be a time to eat. And this is based on your body cues. I also give some tips to regain body cues if you don't have any.
Helpful resources to go w/ this ep:
- Interoceptive awareness - this is how you feel and respond to body cues
- How to choose what to eat, episode 41
Shannon speaks to Lucy, a mental health nurse & ED recovery coach. We speak about what coaching is, how it differs from traditional treatment, and how you know it's the right time for a new approach.
Download: How dieting and restricting impact you
✨Lucy's details:
Instagram, TikTok
Website
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
Shannon answers a listener's question on coping with weight gain and feeling out of control with it.
Resources:
Purchase my How to Overcome Your Fear of Weight Gain Masterclass!
Download my free distraction guide
Download the "What has restriction do to you?" guide
Fear of Weight Gain book by Tabitha Farrar (*)
The Body is Not An Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor (*)
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review (thanks!)
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Shannon speaks to Aoife about all things intermittent fasting. Discover the downsides, how it promotes disordered eating, and understand the so-called benefits.
Download: How dieting and restricting impact you
Blog: The scoop on binge eating and intermittent fasting
Listen: Episode 20 of the podcast of the pod with Aoife on New Year diets
✨Aoife's details:
Instagram, Youtube, TikTok
Website
✨Shannon's details:
Instagram, Website and Contact
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
Shannon breaks down what you really need to know about milk and mylk. Dairy, oat, soya, almond, cashew, coconut..... Yup there's more, let's get into it.
The final episode before we break for the rest of summer - how to eat when it's hot! Hopefully, we have good weather for the next month or so.
Shannon will be back at the end of September - speak soon...
Shannon:
Connect on Instagram
Website and contact me
Join my mailing list for weekly emails
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
This is an important one! You count, you deserve help.
Mentions:
Free worksheet: the impact of dieting and restriction
The Intuitive Eating book (*)
8 Keys to ED Recovery book (*)
Shannon:
Connect on Instagram
Website and contact me
Send me an email
Enjoyed the episode? Buy Shannon a coffee or leave a review
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Thanks for joining Shannon + Lauren and Michelle from The Hope Space 🩷
Find resources below and speak next week 🫶
The Hope Space:
Toolbox
Website
Read the 10 pillars of coping skills
Shannon:
Connect on Instagram
Website and contact me
Download our free distraction guide
Shannon answers the listener's question "Is it intuitive not to eat?" - this is a common question, so hopefully it's helpful.
Speak soon
Shannon x
Mentions:
- The Intuitive Eating book (*)
Connect:
- Connect on Instagram
- Enquire for 1-1 eating disorder or disordered eating help
Submit a question by email - use the subject "podcast question"
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Shannon discusses the binge-purge cycle and gives a few strategies to break free.
Mentions:
- What is OSFED blog
- What is bulimia blog
- DBT Skills Workbook (*)
- Bulimia recovery workbook (*)
- Download our free distraction guide
(*) This is an affiliate link. I learn a small commission when you buy using this link, at no cost to you
Shannon discusses how to choose what to eat. Hope there are some golden nuggets for you to try in here.
Speak soon
Shannon x
Mentions:
- How to eat regularly (episode 25) - find on Spotify or Apple Pods
- 9 types of hunger (Cw: some diet-culture vibes)
Connect:
- Connect on Instagram
- Join my mailing list (scroll to the bottom)
- Website, contact page
Shannon looks up health tips for your holiday. Spoiler: they're tips you already know, they're disordered, and they're about weight loss 💩
CW: Discusses bad health tips
Join Shannon as she chats about all-inclusive holidays, buffets, and times in general when food is more abundant
Hope it helps!
Chat soon
Shannon x
Shannon talks about 10 signs you're not weight suppressed or in need of weight restoration.
Work with us - 1:1 nutrition therapy details
Read this podcast as a blog
🫶 Thanks to the listener for submitting their question. Please submit your questions to Shannon's email [shannon @ easenutritiontherapy.com] with the subject "podcast question"
Shannon talks about a link she's noticed between productivity, reading challenges, wellness routines, and disordered eating. Enjoy!
See you next week ᨒ
Thanks for listening to this episode on journaling and recovery.
Thanks to Sophie for being a guest, here are her details:
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Sophie's website
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Sophie's Instagram
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Buy Let's Recover You book on Amazon ⭐️
Shannon's details:
Work with Shannon or one of the team at Ease Nutrition Therapy
Shannon is joined by clinic nutritionist Kacie 👋
They speak about intuitive movement and how that fits into a happy, healthy relationship to your body 💛
- Read about hypothalamic amenorrhea
- Listen to the episode on period loss [season 3, episode 2]
- Work with Shannon, Kacie, or one of the team: contact us to enquire
Shannon talks about why you might be eating even when you're full. A super common experience especially at night time ☾
Resources:
- Listen to the binge eating 101 episode
- Listen to the binging on the weekend episode
- Download the free distraction guide here
- The Intuitive Eating book
🌷Aka period loss from restriction, stress, or over-exercise
Read the episode on the blog
Work with Shannon or one of the team - contact us
📧 Email Shannon: shannon @ easenutritiontherapy.com
See you next week 🫶
Welcome to season three of the podcast ☾
Shannon is joined by Toni Rudd to discuss binge eating, food rules, and unconditional permission to eat.
Toni's details:
- Her website
- Her Instagram
Blog about food rules
Ease Nutrition Therapy/Shannon's website
Final episode of season 2 🪷 Enjoy!
Learn about Intuitive Eating:
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Listen to the podcast episode on Intuitive Eating
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Listen to the Intuitive Eating Q+A episode with clinic nutritionist Kacie
Read the blog about stopping calorie counting
Connect with us on Instagram
Read about private support with Ease Nutrition Therapy
Shannon is joined by one of Ease Nutrition Therapy's nutrition counsellors, Kacie. Kacie supports our clients to build a healthy relationship to food + exercise. We answer three listener questions on Intuitive Eating.
- Work with Shannon, Kacie, or one of the team - apply here
- Read the blog about intuitive eating
- Connect with us on Instagram
See you next week 🫶
3 reasons why you're binging on the weekend + Shannon's tips to stop 🫶
Stop binging free masterclass HERE
Follow us on Instagram
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
🚨TW: Binging + purging Bulimia 101 w/ Shannon
Listen to the episode on binge eating 101
Work with us: Private support for bulimia recovery
Connect with us on Instagram
Contact Shannon: Email or contact
"Eat regular" is the most common first step in eating disorder recovery. But HOW do you do it? Shannon breaks it down for you in this episode.
Work with us 1-1: Eating disorder recovery + disordered eating private support
Connect on Instagram
Read the episode on the website
Thanks for listening.
Emotional word wheel HERE.
Work with Shannon or one of the team HERE.
Visit Ease Nutrition Therapy.
Shannon talks about the 80/20 approach.... Is she fan or foe?
🪐 Links:
Private support with Ease Nutrition Therapy
Listen to binge eating 101 episode HERE
Listen to New Year diets/lifestyle kicks HERE
Welcome back to the podcast.
Today Shannon covers:
- Why snacking isn't a big deal
- Why snacking is a good thing
- Gives you a few snacks ideas
PS. Shannon and her team at Ease Nutrition Therapy have a brand new "eating for eating disorder recovery" guide!
Check it out here.
Have a wonderful holiday - or rest - period ♥️
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Thanks to Aoife for joining us for this episode.
Find Aoife:
Socials: Instagram, Tik Tok
Website
Shannon/Ease Nutrition Therapy details:
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
IYK Intuitive Eating, you know that "food freedom" is the destination. Find out why you might not have reached it yet with these three reasons from Shannon.
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Shannon chats about labelling yourself as struggling with an eating disorder. What comes up for you? Does this feel right? Inspired by the Tik Tok algorithm.
- Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
- Ease Nutrition Therapy website
- Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Can't stop thinking about food? Shannon gives 5 reasons why and how to fix them.
🌵Listen to the 9 ways to stop binge eating (ep 9 of the pod): on Spotify or Apple Pods.
🍔Read 5 more reasons why you can't stop eating here.
- Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
- Ease Nutrition Therapy website
- Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
A listener requested episode all about Binge Eating Disorder, binge eating, and over eating.
Shannon covers:
- What is Binge Eating Disorder?
- What is the difference between Binge Eating Disorder and binge eating?
- What counts as binge eating?
- What is the difference between binge eating and overeating?
- Why weight is unhelpful to think about in binge eating
Download the free binge eating masterclass here
Email Shannon with episode requests
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Welcome to the first episode of season 2. Shannon chats briefly about the difference between healthFUL eating and "healthy eating" aka dieting. No shade to anyone who is dieting.
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon or one of the team? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
🎃 Halloween special: Spooky season listeners Q+A
Thanks for listening to season one of the podcast. Shanon can't wait to get back to hosting on Dec 1st 👋
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Free binge eating masterclass here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Thanks for listening to this mini episode all about what Intuitive Eating is
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Intuitive Eating blog
Intuitive Eating book
Join Shannon & special guest Hannah as they chat about "That Girl" & your relationship to food 🍦
- Find Hannah on Instagram
- Hannah's website
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram
Thanks for listening to this weeks episode.
Overeating at night blog
Episode 6: why you don't need another meal planning to stop binging (willpower is talked about in this episode)
Episode 9: 9 ways to binge freedom
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Are you ready for the 10 no-no's in disordered eating recovery?
Join Shannon in episode 10 The Ease With Food Podcast 👋
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Shannon dives into the 9 steps to take to stop binge eating.... For good
Let us know your favourite of the 9 tips: on Instagram
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us: Tik Tok
Transcript available here
Thanks for listening to this mini education episode. Shannon delved into 10 types of eating disorders. Make sure to reach out for support if you identify with any of those discussed.
Mentions:
- Diet Starts Tomorrow Podcast episode with Lee Tilman
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Learn why IMO the best nutrition professionals don't really care what you eat 👀
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Transcript available here
Learn why meal plans & willpower just won't stop you binge eating
👋 Join Shannon for a live webinar on 20/09/22 - sign up here
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Transcript available here
Welcome back to the podcast 👋 Join Shannon in this mini episode about the basics of eating disorders. We hope it helps you to gain clarity if you or a loved one might be struggling
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
- The PCOS Collective website & Instagram
- Buy The PCOS Collective's new book Eating Intuitively With PCOS on Amazon here
- The PCOS Collective podcast hosted by Alex on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
- Learn more about inositol on The PCOS Collective's blog
- The PCOS Collective education hub
- Read Shannon's blog on PCOS & binge eating here
Want to work 1-1 with Shannon? Apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
Hang out with us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Transcript available here
🚨 CW: This episode mentions binge eating disorder & compensatory behaviours like vomiting and laxative use.
Shannon talks:
- Binge eating versus Binge Eating Disorder
- Her top 3 tips to stop binging today
@ease_nutritiontherapy on Instagram
Apply to work 1-1 with Shannon: here
Transcript available here
Catch us on Instagram & Tik Tok
Work with Shannon 1-1: apply here
Ease Nutrition Therapy website
What even is Intuitive Eating? Read my blog
The Intuitive Eating Assessment Scale (IES-2): scroll to the end here
Transcript available here
Hey, welcome to the first episode. This is a brief introductory episode about the podcast host, Shannon, and how the podcast is going to go down.
Mentions
- Find Shannon on Instagram (@ease_nutritiontherapy)
- Find our website www.easenutritiontherapy.com to read about 1-1 support & read our blogs
- Find Shannon on TikTok (@easenutritiontherapy)
Transcript available here
Hey, I'm Shannon. I love to help people like you heal their relationship to food.
I'm here on The Ease With Food Podcast to bring you the tips and tricks of disordered eating recovery & to help you navigate health and wellness.
I'm a Nutrition Counsellor with a Masters in Nutrition. Which is what makes me qualified to chat with you about these topics on this podcast. But, I'm not you (duh). Which is why we might not always agree, and why this podcast is not a substitute for 1-1 support from medical, nutritional, or mental health professionals.
If you're keen to work with me 1-1, that's my jam. I help people worldwide with their relationship to food. Head to www.easenutritiontherapy.com or email me on shannon @ easenutritiontherapy.com to let me know you're interested.