EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 1H 18M
434 — Dr. Sheila Carroll on the Myths About Weight That Are Hurting Our Kids
from BS Free MD with Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh - Medicine, Life, Family, Physician, Doctor, Healthcare, Medical History · host Drs. May and Tim Hindmarsh, Dr. Sheila Carroll
In this episode, Dr. Sheila Carroll—pediatrician, obesity medicine physician, and certified life coach—explores the psychological and cultural forces behind unhealthy weight narratives. Rather than focusing on numbers on the scale, she argues for a broader approach to health that includes mindset, family habits, emotional awareness, sleep, and environment. The discussion highlights how parents and physicians can shift from weight-centric thinking to sustainable lifestyle modeling that supports children’s long-term physical and mental well-being.. GET SOCIAL WITH US! 🎧 Subscribe to BS Free MD for unfiltered insights on medicine, wellness, and everything in between. 💬 Got thoughts or questions? DM us or drop a comment—we love hearing from you! [email protected] DISCLAIMER Everything in this podcast is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine and we are not providing medical advice. No Physician-patient relationship is formed and anything discussed in this podcast does not represent the views of our employers. The Fine Print! All opinions expressed by the hosts or guests in this episode are solely their opinion and are not to be used as specific medical advice. The hosts, May and Tim Hindmarsh MD, BS Free MD LLC, or any affiliates thereof are not under any obligation to update or correct any information provided in this episode. The guest's statements and opinions are subject to change without notice. Thanks for joining us! You are the reason we are here. If you have questions, reach out to us at [email protected] or find Tim and I on Facebook and IG. Please check out our every growing website as well at bsfreemd.com (no www) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Dr. Sheila Carroll joined BS Free MD to unpack the deeply rooted beliefs shaping how we think about weight, health, and parenting. From processed food culture to sleep, emotional habits, and family routines, the conversation challenges common assumptions and offers practical ways parents and physicians can help children build healthier relationships with food, movement, and their own bodies.
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434 — Dr. Sheila Carroll on the Myths About Weight That Are Hurting Our Kids
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