Beyond Meal Plans: How a Dietitian Treats Binge Eating - Once Upon a Binge Ep. 24

Today we’re joined by our second guest — Toni Rudd, a registered dietitian who helps people stop binge eating, step out of all-or-nothing thinking and build a sane, flexible relationship with food. We compare perspectives across nutrition, psychotherapy, and coaching, dig into the RAVES framework (Regularity, Adequacy, Variety, eating Socially and Spontaneously), and talk about perfectionism, diabetes guidance, social media’s influence, and the current GLP-1/“Ozempic” buzz. If you’ve ever thought “Just tell me exactly what to eat,” this episode will be relatable for you. In this episode we cover: - Why a dietitian + therapist/coach combo can supercharge recovery The RAVES starting point (and why “eat what you want” can backfire early on) - Perfectionism, food journals, and making self-monitoring non-diety - How diabetes advice can collide with disordered eating — and what to do instead - Curating your algorithm: the power of an “unfollow party” - GLP-1 meds, the return of 90s thinness culture, and keeping your footing - Social eating without the spiral (yes, you can enjoy the cake) Connect with Toni: Instagram handle - @the.binge.dietitian Website - thebingedietitian.com Connect with us: Instagram handle - @onceuponabingepodcast Email - [email protected]