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December 3, 2025• byleahk

📷 What To Do If You Hate How You Look In Pictures [with Bri Campos]

In this episode, Leah is joined by licensed therapist and body image expert, Bri Campos, to talk about picture grief. Listen to the episode here or anywhere...

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Intuitive Eating

December 1, 2025• byleahk

Are You Eating Enough Protein? (Spoiler: Probably)

It seems like protein has taken the crown as the newest diet fad and is popping up everywhere. While protein is a great nutrient source, the current trend can...

November 5, 2025• byleahk

🕊️ Obesity Medicine, GLP-1’s, Body Autonomy, & Informed Consent with Dr. Alexis Conason

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alexis Conason, Licensed Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Consultant. We discuss: How Alexis went from...

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October 23, 2025• byleahk

🤨 Did Diet Culture Hijack Your Values?

In this episode, we discuss: How diet culture can steal our values Values-aligned living, resilience, & confidence How to tell if you’re acting out...

Intuitive Eating

October 7, 2025• byleahk

Why Do I Always Crave Sweets?

Do you find yourself constantly craving a sweet treat? You take your last bite of dinner and suddenly the only thing on your mind is chocolate? You’re not...

wedding and diet culture

October 7, 2025• byleahk

👰 You Don’t Have to Change Your Body for Your Wedding

In this episode, Leah shares how diet culture sneaks into the wedding industry—from “bridal bootcamps” to being asked about “weight goals” at dress...

Intuitive Eating

October 6, 2025• byleahk

An Intuitive Approach to Meal Prepping

Intuitive eating and meal prepping in the same sentence? These terms can seem contradictory since prepping meals can be limiting if you’re trying to honor...

chatgpt and intuitive eating

September 22, 2025• byleahk

🤖 Is Chat GPT Making Intuitive Eating Harder?

In this episode we’re talking about why I’m worried that Chat GPT might be making intuitive eating harder for people. 👉Get on the waitlist for our new...

Intuitive Eating

September 15, 2025• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Ande Georges

For the next few months, Ande will be interning at Leah Kern Nutrition to gain experience in the private practice world and to learn more about being an...

Intuitive Eating

September 15, 2025• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Ella Toner

For the next few months, Ella will be interning at Leah Kern Nutrition to gain experience in the private practice world and to learn more about being an...

Change Everything You Believe About Food

September 8, 2025• byleahk

📚 5 Studies That Will Change Everything You Believe About Food

This episode will walk you through five powerful studies that challenge diet culture and reshape the way we think about food. These studies highlight how...

Body Image • Diet Culture

September 3, 2025• byleahk

📺 The Biggest Loser Documentary— What They Got Right (and What They Got Wrong)

When The Biggest Loser hit TV in the early 2000s, it was a cultural force that shaped how we think about weight, health, and discipline. Now, the new...

August 26, 2025• byleahk

📺 The Biggest Loser Documentary— What They Got Right (and What They Got Wrong)

When The Biggest Loser hit TV in the early 2000s, it was a cultural force that shaped how we think about weight, health, and discipline. Now, the new...

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Intuitive Eating

August 22, 2025• byleahk

What I’ve been eating lately

My RD friend Tory Stroker recently told me she misses getting meal ideas from me. Now that I’m no longer on Instagram, I don’t share as much about my...

The Appalachian Trail Taught Me About Intuitive Eating

August 4, 2025• byleahk

🥾 6 Lessons The Appalachian Trail Taught Me About Intuitive Eating

In this episode, we’re covering 6 lessons I learned on the Appalachian Trail that can be applied to Intuitive Eating. Listen to the episode here or...

How to cope when the whole world’s on ozempic

July 21, 2025• byleahk

🫠 How To Cope When The Whole World’s On Ozempic

In this episode, we revisit the topic of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. You’ll hear from 7 guests: therapists, dietitians, former clients, and people...

June 16, 2025• byleahk

🔎 How to Use a Nutrition Label as an Intuitive Eater

In this episode, we’re reclaiming nutrition facts from the clutches of food rules and fear. You’ll learn how to approach a nutrition...

June 2, 2025• byleahk

🍒 Being Messy, Self-Compassion, & Values Alignment with Abbie Attwood

In this episode, Abbie Attwood, a non-diet, weight-inclusive provider, joins us to talk about: How struggling with anxiety led her into disordered eating The...

May 19, 2025• byleahk

🌵7 Unpopular Takes on Intuitive Eating & Body Image

Tune in to hear 7 of my unpopular takes as an intuitive eating dietitian. Listen to the episode here or anywhere you get your podcasts Resources mentioned:...

Intuitive Eating

May 5, 2025• byleahk

How Diet Culture Shows Up in College (and What to Do About It)

Diet culture is everywhere in college—from skipping meals to Ozempic jokes. Learn how it shows up and how to protect your relationship with food....

Intuitive Eating

May 5, 2025• byleahk

Why You Hate Your Body (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)

Struggling with body image? Learn how unrealistic beauty standards and diet culture shape the way you see your body—and what to do about it....

May 5, 2025• byleahk

⚠️ Beware of Mental Restriction

In this episode, I talk to financial therapist, Rachel Duncan. We chat about: How the binge/ restrict cycle manifests with both money and food The elements of...

Intuitive Eating • Body Image • Podcast

April 21, 2025• byleahk

🫠When your clothes don’t fit & you feel like a failure

When Clothes Don’t Fit & You Feel Like a Failure aka: why spring wardrobe season hits harder than it should (and what to do about it) Spring is here,...

Intuitive Eating • Body Image

April 21, 2025• byleahk

🫠When your clothes don’t fit & you feel like a failure

When Clothes Don’t Fit & You Feel Like a Failure aka: why spring wardrobe season hits harder than it should (and what to do about it) Spring is here,...

April 7, 2025• byleahk

🗣️ Finding Your Food Voice & PCOS with Julie Dillon

In this episode, I’m joined by eating disorder dietitian, podcaster, speaker, and writer, Julie Dillon. Julie’s food and body story The origin...

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March 24, 2025• byleahk

🎨 12 Reflections From 12 Months Off Instagram

In this episode I’m covering:: 12 reflections from 12 months off Instagram How leaving IG relates to intuitive eating work The many similarities between...

Intuitive Eating

March 19, 2025• byleahk

What is Weight Stigma?

Weight stigma is a deeply ingrained issue that impacts nearly every aspect of life, from healthcare and employment to self-esteem and overall well-being. But...

March 10, 2025• byleahk

🌼 10 Lessons From 10 Years of Intuitive Eating

In this solo episode, I reflect on 10 lessons I’ve learned in my 10 years as an intuitive eater. Listen to the episode here or anywhere you get your...

Intuitive Eating

February 19, 2025• byleahk

15 Quick Trader Joe’s Meal Ideas from an Intuitive Eating Dietitian

Satisfying Meal Ideas, Not Meal Rules The following meal ideas are meant to be used as inspiration, but of course, only you know what is satisfying for you. As...

Intuitive Eating

February 19, 2025• byleahk

16 Satisfying Trader Joe’s Snack Ideas From An Intuitive Eating Dietitian

Snacks for You, Not Your Instagram Feed As an intuitive eating dietitian, it goes without saying that I’m a big fan of snacks. What you may not know, is...

Intuitive Eating

February 19, 2025• byleahk

Intuitive Eating and Cholesterol: A Non-Diet Approach to Heart Health

Help! My Cholesterol is High You love the idea of Intuitive Eating, but you recently got diagnosed with high cholesterol and now you have questions. You might...

February 19, 2025• byleahk

Intuitive Eating & Cholesterol Management

Help! My Cholesterol is High You love the idea of Intuitive Eating, but you recently got diagnosed with high cholesterol and now you have questions. Can you...

self compassion

February 10, 2025• byleahk

🤝 5 Ways To Earn Back Your Body’s Trust

In this solo episode, I cover . Why body trust matters A story about my cats that related to body trust How diet culture messes with body trust 5 ways to...

Intuitive Eating

February 5, 2025• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Natalie Kolleeny

For the next few months, Natalie will be interning at Leah Kern Nutrition to gain experience in the private practice world and to learn more about being an...

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Intuitive Eating

February 5, 2025• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Emma Gear

For the next few month’s, Emma will be interning at Leah Kern Nutrition to gain experience in the private practice world and to learn more about being an...

January 27, 2025• byleahk

😬 Are The Intuitive Eating Dietitians Alright?

In this solo episode, Leah asks the question: If intuitive eating is about healing your relationship with food so your whole life doesn’t have to be...

January 9, 2025• byleahk

👁️ Reclaiming Your Attention: Social Media, Selfies, & Self-Love with Amelia Hruby

Reclaiming Your Attention: Social Media, Selfies, & Self-Love with Amelia Hruby...

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Intuitive Eating

January 2, 2025• byleahk

Best Podcast Episodes For Beginning Intuitive Eating

Are you intrigued by the Intuitive Eating framework but unsure where to begin to learn more? Check out this playlist of the 9 best podcast episodes for...

December 30, 2024• byleahk

🥂 How to Kickstart Your Healthy New Year Without Going On Another Diet

In this episode, Leah covers: Why this “all-in” approach is doomed to fail (and why it’s not your fault!) Reminder about what constitutes a diet Some...

December 16, 2024• byleahk

💖 You’re Not Wrong For Desiring Weight Loss

In the intuitive eating space, we often hear that weight loss isn’t the goal—and in many ways, that’s true. But there’s a nuance here that’s...

Intuitive Eating

December 2, 2024• byleahk

Why Do I Struggle With Binge Eating?

Struggling with binge eating? This blog post outlines the common causes behind overeating, including food scarcity, restriction, emotional triggers, and...

December 2, 2024• byleahk

🤢 What To Do After A Binge

In this episode, we dive deep into the uncomfortable aftermath of a binge. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling regretful or sick from overeating,...

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Intuitive Eating

November 5, 2024• byleahk

What is Weight Cycling?

What is Weight Cycling? Weight cycling refers to the repeated gaining and losing of weight, usually connected to chronic dieting. It is also known as...

October 28, 2024• byleahk

🍩 Diabetes & Intuitive Eating: Non-Diet Approaches to Blood Sugar with Dr. Gregory Dodell

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by weight-inclusive, anti-diet, board certified endocronolgist, Dr. Gregory Dodell. Together, we discuss: Greg’s...

Intuitive Eating

October 24, 2024• byleahk

Diets Don’t Work: Debunking 5 Trending Diet Culture Fads

Todays blogpost featuring diet culture fads is written by my intern, Diana. She’ll take you through the five most prevalent diet culture trends on social...

October 14, 2024• byleahk

✈️ How To Stop Overeating When Traveling

In this episode, we talk about why overeating happens when you’re off your typical routine such as when traveling. Then I give you my top tip to stop...

September 29, 2024• byleahk

💰 Are You Binge…Spending? Where Budget Culture Meets Diet Culture

In this episode, I talk to financial therapist, Rachel Duncan. We chat about: Listen to the episode here or anywhere you get your podcasts Resources mentioned:...

Intuitive Eating

September 24, 2024• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Diana Williams

For the next few month’s, Diana will be interning at Leah Kern Nutrition to gain experience in the private practice world and to learn more about being an...

September 16, 2024• byleahk

Cancer Healing, Intuitive Eating & Stopping Self-Blame with Erika Bent

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by psychotherapist Erika Bent. Erika is the founder of Cypress Wellness Collective, a group practice that specializes in...

September 2, 2024• byleahk

☕️ Are You Getting Enough Pleasure?

In this episode Leah talks about what a dopamine menu is, how it relates to Intuitive Eating, and she shares some of the items on her personal dopamine menu....

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