Michelle is an integrative/ functional Registered Dietitian from NYC who has helped over 1000+ clients reverse their anxiety, resolve long standing gut issues and approach their weight lovingly.  She is the host of the Quiet the Diet Podcast and aims to illuminate natural healing methods for listeners, as well as invite listeners to approach their weight in a body neutral way. She clears up nutritional dogma and takes a strong role in the middle ground (where she believes people can want to lose weight AND have a positive relationship with food!) She aims to bridge the gap between body positivity and intentional health changes. She and her staff Dietitian, Nicki see clients virtually in her practice.   Today we talk about: Why its okay to want be in a different body Why for some people what need to focus on their inner foundation, address other health issues first How we as clinicians can talk appropriately to our clients about releasing weight Her thoughts on food addiction Her thoughts on all eating disorders being food addiction  How does she feel about weight loss drugs  Why in doing real work it takes time, and why when you work with trained professionals there are no money back gaurentees …no infomercial healing here listeners! Follow Michelle: Quiet the Diet Podcast  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/quiet-the-diet/id1663088026 Website www.michelleshapirord.com Instagram:  https://instagram.com/michelleshapirord?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Free 15 Minute discovery call:  https://michelleshapirordnutrition.practicebetter.io/#/6203f71a398033107cffe114/bookings?s=638239301848a40dff04462c&flavor=mobileapp&step=date The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.