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I'm Rachel, a registered dietitian (RD)
passionate about Intuitive Eating, HAES, body image, and all things anti-diet
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Rachel Beiler, MHS, RD, LDN

Intuitive Eating Myths: Debunking Common Misconceptions

Discover the truth behind common Intuitive Eating myths. Learn what Intuitive Eating really is, debunk misconceptions, and start building a healthier, more balanced relationship with food.

The Problem with the Before and After Picture: Why It Fuels Shame, Not Inspiration

The before and after picture may look inspiring, but it often fuels shame and unrealistic expectations. Learn why transformation photos can harm body image, what research says about their psychological impact, and how to celebrate progress without comparison.

Is Food Medicine? Understanding the Limits of Nutrition

Is food medicine? Explore the role of nutrition in health, its limitations, and why a holistic approach is essential.

Food Shaming by Parents: The Hidden Harm of Diet Culture in Parenting

Explore how food shaming by parents impacts children’s relationship with food, body image, and mental health. Learn practical strategies to break the cycle of diet culture in parenting and foster healthy, positive eating habits.

Body Acceptance Isn’t Linear: Understanding the Journey and Embracing Imperfection

Body acceptance isn’t linear. It’s filled with highs and lows, and some days will feel better than others. This article explores why body acceptance ebbs and flow, how life’s changes affect our body image, and why setbacks don’t mean failure. Instead, it’s all part of the process.

10 Joyful Movement Benefits That Have Nothing to Do with Weight Loss

Exercise is more than just about weight loss. From improving sleep and reducing stress to boosting mood and heart health, there are countless reasons to move that don’t involve the scale. This article highlights 10 benefits of joyful movement for your overall well-being.

Learning to Appreciate Your Body: Focusing on Function Over Form

Our bodies are capable of extraordinary things, from the heart’s 100,000 daily beats to the brain’s trillions of neural connections. Yet, we often reduce our worth to a number on the scale. By shifting our focus from appearance to the incredible functions our bodies perform, we can cultivate a more positive body image and a deeper sense of appreciation. It’s time to learn how to appreciate your body.

I’m an Anti-Diet Dietitian: What Does That Mean?

As an anti-diet dietitian, I advocate for a non-restrictive approach to health that prioritizes mental and physical well-being. It’s about embracing Intuitive Eating, joyful movement, and a positive relationship with food and body, without the rigid rules and shame that diet culture promotes.

5 Rules About Food Created by Diet Culture That are Completely Bogus: Part 2

Diet culture pushes endless rules about food, creating guilt and confusion. In this article, we’re exposing 5 more bogus food rules and sharing a healthier, more flexible approach to eating that truly honors your body’s needs.

The Ultimate List of Anti-Diet Culture Books to Break Free from Dieting

Explore these empowering anti-diet culture books to break free from harmful beauty standards, embrace body acceptance , and discover food freedom.

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