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April 27, 2026• byleahk

🏃‍♀️ Extractive vs. Regenerative Movement: Reframing Your Relationship with Running with Karly Borden

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with Karly Borden, founder of The Public Run Club, to explore what it really looks like to rebuild a...

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April 13, 2026• byleahk

🔄 Transfer Addiction: When Substance Recovery Shifts Into Orthorexia with Sydney Greene

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with certified eating disorder specialist Sydney Greene, to explore the overlap between disordered eating and...

📺 Unpacking the Viral Jubilee Body Positivity Debate with Marcy Guevara

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March 30, 2026• byleahk

📺 Unpacking the Viral Jubilee Body Positivity Debate with Marcy Guevara

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with plus-size style expert and reality TV producer Marcy Guevara-Prete to reflect on their experience...

Diet Culture • Intuitive Eating

March 26, 2026• byleahk

8 Real-Life Diet Culture Examples (From Starbucks This Week)

Thanks to my intern, Madi, for guest writing this awesome blog post! Have you ever felt “bad” ordering a latte?Said you “earned” something after the...

Diet Culture • Intuitive Eating

March 25, 2026• byleahk

I Debated Jillian Michaels: What the Jubilee Body Positivity Debate Got Wrong

I debated Jillian Michaels on Jubilee. Here’s what the body positivity debate got wrong—and why weight loss isn’t required for health....

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March 23, 2026• byleahk

🤔 We Watched The Jillian Michaels Debate Back… And Had Thoughts [with Edie Stark, LCSW]

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with therapist Edie Stark, LCSW, to discuss their thoughts on the final edit of the Jillian Michaels x Body...

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March 16, 2026• byleahk

🎥 Behind the Scenes of the “Jillian Michaels vs Body Positivity” Debate with Edie Stark

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah sits down with therapist Edie Stark, LCSW, to unpack their experience participating in a debate with fitness...

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March 9, 2026• byleahk

🌾The Ultra Processed Panic: Re-Domesticating Women, Pressure to Cook ‘From Scratch,’ & The Rise of Tradwifedom with Laura Thomas, PhD

Is the backlash against ultra-processed foods really about health… or is it about control? In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah and Laura Thomas, PhD,...

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February 23, 2026• byleahk

💍 Choosing Presence Over Weight Loss as a Plus Size Bride— with Jamie

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah talks with Jamie (returning guest and close friend) about navigating wedding planning as a plus-size bride — without...

Intuitive Eating

February 20, 2026• byleahk

Meet The Intern: Madi Spaeder

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

Leah pointing at a bowl of food that may look healthy, talking about orthorexia and when healthy eating becomes dangerous

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February 9, 2026• byleahk

🥗 Orthorexia: When “Healthy” Eating Becomes Dangerous

In this episode of Shoulders Down Podcast, Leah takes a deep dive into Orthorexia Nervosa — a form of disordered eating that often hides behind “clean...

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January 29, 2026• byleahk

🩺 A Pediatrician’s Perspective on GLP-1s, Diet Culture, & Adolescent Health — with Dr. Lauren Hartman

In this episode of Shoulders Down Podcast, Leah talks with Dr. Lauren Hartman, a double board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist, about...

Intuitive Eating

January 17, 2026• byleahk

Do I Have Orthorexia? When “Healthy Eating” Starts to Feel Consuming

I was 18 years old gnawing on raw tofu, spinach, berries, and hard boiled eggs during lunch. Everyone praised me for being “the healthy one.” Taking pride...

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January 14, 2026• byleahk

🕵️‍♀️ Inside Overeaters Anonymous: Abstinence, Fat Serenity, & Co-Dependency with Libby Supan, LMFT

In this episode of Shoulders Down Podcast, Leah talks with therapist and certified intuitive eating counselor, Libby Supan, about her 15 years in Overeaters...

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January 1, 2026• byleahk

🥛 Proteinification, Pilates, Glucose Monitors & The Wellness Trends That Shaped 2025

In this episode, Leah reflects on 6 wellness trends that shaped 2025. She covers: The proteinification of everything & whether or not its worth the hype...

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December 16, 2025• byleahk

💵 The Ethics of GLP-1s, Monetized Starvation, & Heartbreak with Virgie Tovar

In this episode, I sit down with fat activist, author, podcaster, and feminist, Virgie Tovar. We cover: Virgie’s experience growing up in a fat family...

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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...

Two scoops of protein powder on a countertop with weight plates and a shaker bottle in the background, illustrating common supplements used to support muscle repair and recovery in a blog post about eating enough protein titled "Are you Eating enough protein?".

Intuitive Eating

December 1, 2025• byleahk

How to Know If You’re Eating Enough Protein (Without Diet Culture Rules)

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...

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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...

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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...

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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

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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)

The Biggest Loser Documentary: What It Got Right and Wrong When The Biggest Loser hit TV in the early 2000s, it was a cultural force that shaped how we...

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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...

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

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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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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)

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body, this explores why you hate your body—and how those feelings are shaped by the world around you....

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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