An animated video exposing the limitations of current research on weight and health.

The Health at Every Size (HAES) concept encourages body acceptance, intuitive eating, and enjoyable physical activit; while rejecting dieting and weight stigma. HAES emphasizes that people can improve their health and quality of life regardless of their size, shifting the focus from weight loss to sustainable, compassionate self-care.

It’s important to acknowledge that fat loss is not a goal everyone should pursue—especially for those with a history of disordered eating. Health comes in many forms, and weight loss is not a universal path to well-being.

That said, for individuals who are intentionally and mindfully choosing to pursue fat loss, Fat Loss Habits is the most thoughtful, balanced, and mentally supportive book I’ve read on the subject. Rather than promoting restriction or quick fixes, it emphasizes sustainable habits, mental health, and self-compassion throughout the process.

In this episode, Evelyn Tribole, co-creator of Intuitive Eating, joins Glennon and Abby to explore the foundations of intuitive eating, the impact of diet culture and fat phobia, and how rebuilding self-trust can transform your relationship with food.

She shares practical steps to get started, explains how to reconnect with your body’s inner wisdom, and discusses how understanding your ‘body lineage’ can support healing.

The Appetite is a podcast produced by Opal: Food+Body Wisdom, an eating disorder treatment center based in Seattle, WA.

The show delves into topics surrounding food, body image, movement, and mental health. Episodes explore themes like Health at Every Size, diet culture, and the intersection of eating disorders with various aspects of life, offering insights from both professionals and individuals with lived experiences.

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