75. The Body Project: Empowering College Students to Dismantle Diet Culture

I am thrilled to introduce two inspiring college students and changemakers: Alejandra Catalina Quesada-Stone and Megan Westphal. Their innovative work through the Body Project at Colorado State University is creating waves in the fight against diet culture, and today, we're sharing their transformative stories and invaluable insights. Both Megan and Alejandra’s stories shed light on a critical point: eating disorders are deeply multifaceted and systemic. It's not just about the individual's choices or behaviors, but a confluence of societal pressures, cultural stigmas, and institutional failures. From shaming practices within medical settings to the glorification of unhealthy body standards by media, these influences collectively shape one’s relationship with food and self-image. This understanding is vital for anyone working with or experiencing eating disorders. We need to address not just the symptoms but the underlying systemic issues perpetuating these disorders. Raising awareness and advocating for more inclusive and effective support systems are crucial steps toward this goal. @the_body_project_csu Email: [email protected] --------------------------------- I would greatly appreciate if you can leave a review for this podcast Dismantling Diet Culture: F*ck Being Calladita on⁠Apple Podcasts⁠! Don't forget to follow me on Instagram and TikTok @⁠drhortenciajimenez⁠and visit⁠www.hortenciajimenez.com⁠ ---------------------------------- Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita, is the only spanglish anti-diet podcast where your host Dr. Hortencia Jimenez shares her personal experience with diet culture, tips and strategies and education content to help you understand diet culture and systems of oppression so that you can have the tools to challenge diet culture. Current and future generations do not deserve to inherit your diet culture trauma and I’m here to help you. If you are on a mission to heal body and food traumas and embody your authentic self unapologetic, welcome to Dismantling Diet Culture: Fuck Being Calladita ---------------------------------- Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute therapy or medical advice. Please speak with a licensed therapist if you experience trauma triggers or a registered anti-diet dietitian with any nutritional questions.