Ep. 22 The Hidden Costs of Dieting and Weight Cycling: Mental and Emotional Impacts

In this episode of Nourished to Bloom, discover how yo-yo dieting can damage self-esteem, body image, and overall mental health. We discuss key research findings highlighting the connection between dieting and increased risks of depression, anxiety, and eating disorders.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Weight Cycling: Learn how the cycle of losing and gaining weight impacts mental and emotional well-being.
2. Psychological Effects: Discover the link between dieting, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.
3. The Role of Body Image: Explore how unrealistic beauty standards contribute to negative self-image and emotional distress.
4. Dangers of Disordered Eating: Understand the increased risk of eating disorders associated with chronic dieting.

Don't miss this crucial conversation on breaking free from the diet cycle and embracing holistic well-being.

References

• Stice, E., Hayward, C., Cameron, R. P., Killen, J. D., & Taylor, C. B. (2000). Body-image and eating disturbances predict onset of depression among female adolescents: A longitudinal study. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 68(5), 937-947.
• Neumark-Sztainer, D., Wall, M., Guo, J., Story, M., Haines, J., & Eisenberg, M. (2006). Obesity, disordered eating, and eating disorders in a longitudinal study of adolescents: How do dieters fare 5 years later? American Journal of Public Health, 96(9), 1714-1719.
• Polivy, J., & Herman, C. P. (2002). Causes of eating disorders. Annual Review of Psychology, 53(1), 187-213.
• Keel, P. K., Baxter, M. G., Heatherton, T. F., & Joiner, T. E. (2007). A 20-year longitudinal study of body weight, dieting, and eating disorder symptoms. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 116(2), 422-432.

Next Steps:

Coming in September! Faith-Led Food Freedom program! This program will guide you through intuitive eating, mindset, and belief work to heal your relationship with food and body image struggles, helping you live confidently for the Lord. We’ll also cover Christ-centered self-care, stress management, and sleep behaviors, showing you how to be a good steward of your health.

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