episode 77: the story about eating disorder recovery and sobriety with Heather Lasco

We can’t believe this season is already coming to an end but here it is, the final episode, and trust us, it’s a good one! Ali and Hannah are sitting down with Heather Lasco, a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorders and the founder of Confidentially Nourished. In this powerful conversation, Heather opens up about her experience battling an eating disorder during her dietetics education and early career, and how that journey now drives her passion for supporting others with eating disorders, especially those facing weight stigma in healthcare. Heather shares the many ways her lived experiences have shaped her practice today and the three discuss the impact of their formal education in dietetics on mental health and disordered eating beliefs. Together, they explore everything from internalized fatphobia to the importance of self-care as practitioners, and how sneaky diet culture still finds its way into their lives, especially during major life transitions like postpartum. Do dietitians need to see other dietitians for nutritional counseling? How do different maladaptive coping strategies like alcohol use and disordered eating impact each other? How to stay strong and supported in recovery during times of high stress? Hit play to catch all the insights, personal stories, and powerful truths as Ali, Hannah, and Heather wrap up the season with a bang! How to find Heather Lasco: Instagram: @confidently_nourished Website: https://confidentlynourished.co/   Make sure to head over to the @eatcakepod Instagram account Thursdays at 3pm PST for a live support "Snack Time & Chill"- a chance for a supported snack at a physical distance, to ask your nutrition questions and have some laughs along the way.   If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to take a screenshot and share it out on Instagram and tag @eatcakepod. We will be sure to share your comments and big takeaways on Instagram Stories as well. Also, once you've subscribed make sure to give us a review on iTunes (or Google Play, Stitcher, Android, TuneIn, Spotify).  The information presented in this podcast does not replace the individual nutrition recommendations from your health care providers. Visit https://www.dietitians.ca/Your-Health/Find-A-Dietitian/ to find a specialized dietitian in your area.