Food for Thought - How Diet Culture is Damaging Our Bodies

Explore the harmful effects of diet culture and its impact on physical and mental health in this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Delve into how societal attitudes towards weight, shape, and size can negatively influence well-being. Learn about the importance of intuitive eating and listening to your body's needs, rather than falling for 'quick fix' diets. Discover how adults, healthcare professionals, and parents can model and teach healthy relationships with food and body image to improve the health of future generations. Gain insights from Aisling Pigott, a Registered Dietitian and PhD Student, as she advocates for a return to a more balanced and intuitive approach to eating and body acceptance. (Note: This talk contains themes related to eating disorders and chronic illness.)